The Deal
Off-Campus • Book 1
by Elle Kennedy
Narrated by Christian Fox, Lorelei Avalon
Why Listen to This Audiobook?
A fake-dating deal between a trauma survivor and a hockey jock that somehow hits harder than most serious romances.
- Great if you want: slow-burn romance with emotional depth beneath the banter
- Listening experience: breezy but surprisingly tender — easy to binge in one sitting
- Narration: Fox and Avalon trade chapters naturally, keeping the dual POV sharp
- Skip if: sports romance tropes and college settings feel overdone to you
About This Audiobook
Hannah Wells possesses academic brilliance but lacks confidence when it comes to romance and physical intimacy. When she develops feelings for a fellow student, she realizes she needs help navigating the complex world of dating and attraction. Enter Garrett Graham, the arrogant captain of the hockey team whose failing grades threaten his professional dreams. The two strike an unlikely bargain: Hannah will tutor Garrett to save his academic standing, while he helps her gain the dating experience she desperately needs through a fake relationship arrangement.
Christian Fox and Lorelei Avalon deliver compelling dual narration that captures the witty banter and emotional depth between these opposites-attract protagonists. Fox brings swagger and vulnerability to Garrett's character, while Avalon perfectly embodies Hannah's intelligence and insecurities. Their chemistry translates beautifully through audio, making the romantic tension palpable during their verbal sparring matches. The narrators' timing enhances Kennedy's sharp dialogue and comedic moments, while their more intimate scenes crackle with authenticity. The production quality remains crisp throughout the extensive runtime, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in this engaging campus romance.
