The Winter Olympics may be over, but if you’re anything like me, you’re not ready to let go of the ice rinks, ski slopes, and heart pounding finals just yet. There’s something addictive about the precision of figure skating, the grit of hockey, and the high stakes drama of downhill racing. And while we wait for the next Games, these winter sports inspired books (plus a few bonus watches) will absolutely keep that competitive energy alive.

Whether you’re craving romance on the ice or a thriller set against a frozen backdrop, here are the best books to read after the Winter Olympics.

Finding Her Edge by Jennifer Iacopelli

If you live for elite figure skating pressure and complicated romance, this one delivers. It captures the emotional toll of Olympic level ambition — the rivalries, the sacrifices, and the spark between skaters who are fighting for everything.

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The Favorites by Layne Fargo 

Ice dancing takes center stage in this obsessive, emotionally layered story about ambition and complicated love. If you found yourself fully invested in ice dance scoring breakdowns this month, this book will absolutely hook you.

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Fated Skates by Victoria Shade

Friends to lovers with intense chemistry and competitive stakes. It leans into that delicious tension that makes Olympic pair events so compelling to watch.

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Coming in From the Cold by Sarina Bowen

Packed with heart, emotional depth, and athlete intensity, it perfectly captures the discipline and drive behind winter sports.

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Tear Me Apart by J.T. Ellison

While not directly tied to winter sports, this chilling thriller unfolds against cold, remote settings with shocking twists and high emotional stakes is perfect if you’re craving adrenaline after watching downhill finals.

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Shiver by Allie Reynolds

Set in a snowbound mountain setting, this suspenseful story blends isolation, secrets, and simmering tension. If you love the dramatic landscapes of alpine events, this thriller channels that same icy atmosphere.

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Bonus Reads: Athlete Memoirs

For a real life look at elite winter sport competition:

 A candid and theatrical look inside the world of figure skating.

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Rise by Lindsey Vonn

The first ever inspirational memoir from the most decorated female skier of all time, revealing never-before-told stories of her life in the fast lane, her struggle with depression, and the bold decisions that helped her break down barriers on and off the slopes.

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Bonus: What to Watch If You’re Still Missing the Ice

If you’re not ready to leave the rink behind, these picks bring the drama and dedication of elite winter athletes to your screen:

• Glitter & Gold— A behind the scenes look at the world of competitive ice dance, full of politics, obsession, and elite level pressure.

• Qualified— A closer look at the grind of Olympic qualification.

• The Cutting Edge— The ultimate enemies-to-lovers figure skating movie. If you know, you know. Toe pick.

The Winter Olympics may be over, but the obsession doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re diving into a skating romance, a hockey love story, or a snowbound thriller, these books will keep that competitive spark alive long after the medals have been awarded.

If you have a favorite winter sports book I missed, I’d love to add it to my list. You can also find the full list here