If you loved
The Deal
Elle Kennedy · Book · 2015
If you loved the friction of The Deal, you crave stories where forced proximity ignites unexpected, transformative romantic connections.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Off Campus
Gina Fattore · Series · 2026
Films on the same thread
The Kissing Booth
Vince Marcello · Film · 2018
Explores: Forbidden Love, Best Friend's Brother, High School Drama.
Much like the arrangement in The Deal, this story centers on a high-stakes pact that blurs the lines between a fake setup and genuine teenage attraction.
The Reader
Stephen Daldry · Film · 2008
Explores: Guilt and Redemption, Intergenerational Relationships, Illiteracy.
While darker than The Deal, this narrative features a similar dynamic of a younger student and an older mentor navigating a complex, life-altering romantic entanglement together.
After
Jenny Gage · Film · 2019
Shares 2 threads with The Deal: College Romance, New Adult Romance.
This story mirrors the college setting and the intense personality clash found in The Deal, as a guarded student finds her world upended by a rebellious outsider.
The Proposal
Anne Fletcher · Film · 2009
Shares a thread with The Deal: Fake Relationship.
If the fake relationship trope in The Deal kept you hooked, you will appreciate this comedic take on how mandatory arrangements force two opposites into undeniable intimacy.
Series on the same thread
Off Campus
Gina Fattore · Series · 2026
Shares 2 threads with The Deal: New Adult Romance, Sports Romance.
As a direct expansion of the world established in The Deal, this series continues the journey of Hannah and Garrett while exploring their evolving emotional connection.
Podcasts on the same thread
Call Her Daddy
Alex Cooper · Podcast · 2026
Explores: female empowerment, sexual autonomy, brutal honesty.
Fans of the bold, modern romantic dilemmas presented in The Deal will find the same level of unfiltered, honest discussion regarding relationships and empowerment in this podcast.
The Dale Jr. Download
Dirty Mo Media, SiriusXM · Podcast · 2026
Explores: competitive drive, legacy building, professional athlete life.
If the sports atmosphere of The Deal drew you in, this podcast offers a deeper look into the competitive drive and personal lives of professional athletes.
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Common questions
Is The Deal part of a larger series?
The Deal is the first book in the Off-Campus series. The story follows Hannah Wells and Garrett Graham at Briar University. The series explores their relationship and the lives of other hockey players, eventually leading to the 2026 Off-Campus television adaptation.
Should I read The Deal before watching the Off-Campus show?
Yes, reading The Deal provides the foundational story of Hannah Wells and Garrett Graham before you watch the 2026 Off-Campus television adaptation. The book details the specific arrangement where Hannah tutors the hockey captain in exchange for a pretend date to help her get another student's attention.
What is the premise of The Deal?
In The Deal, Hannah Wells is a student at Briar University who wants to attract a crush in her ethics class. She agrees to tutor Garrett Graham, the cocky captain of the school hockey team, in exchange for him participating in a pretend date to help her get noticed.
How does the Off-Campus show relate to The Deal?
The Off-Campus television show released in 2026 is an adaptation based on the book series that begins with The Deal. The show covers the narrative arc established in the book, focusing on the lives of the Briar University hockey team members and their romantic entanglements.