The Rivalry By Nikki Sloane May 2026

A "mood board" aesthetic with images of a football field, a cheerleader's pom-poms, a "kissing in the rain" vibe, and a shot of the book cover.

In The Rivalry , Kayla was literally born in the stands of an Ohio State game. For her, dating a Michigan player isn't just a choice—it’s high treason. Nikki Sloane perfectly captures that "intense game day" energy while keeping the steam level off the charts. The Rivalry by Nikki Sloane

When you realize your "gridiron god" is actually the star player for the one team you’ve spent your entire life hating... 🏈💔 Hook: "Tonight, I'm just a guy, and you're just a girl." Tropes to highlight: College Sports Romance 🏟️ Forbidden Love 🚫 Heads of Rival Teams (Star Player x Head Cheerleader) Opposites Attract A "mood board" aesthetic with images of a

“Kissing her was a full contact sport, and I wasn't sure which play to call next.” Nikki Sloane perfectly captures that "intense game day"

Meet Jay and Kayla. One bleeds Scarlet and Gray; the other is the pride of Blue and Gold. Slide 2 (Quotes):

A video of you holding a Michigan and an Ohio State item (like a hat or mug) while looking conflicted, then dropping both to pick up the book.