The Deal is the book that launched Elle Kennedy‘s mega-selling Off-Campus series. Music major Hannah has sworn off hockey players — which is a problem when star player Garrett Graham needs her tutoring help and proposes a deal: he’ll get her closer to her crush if she gets him a passing grade. Fake dating was never supposed to feel this real.
Why It’s a Fan Favourite
- The fake-dating trope executed to perfection
- Arrogant-with-a-heart-of-gold hero who falls first
- Witty banter plus genuinely moving backstory
- Gateway book to the entire Briar U universe
Series Reading Order
- The Deal (Book 1)
- The Mistake (Book 2)
- The Score (Book 3)
- The Goal (Book 4)
Book Details
| Title | The Deal |
| Series | Off-Campus, Book 1 |
| Author | Elle Kennedy |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-13 | 9780349440842 |
| Genre | Sports / College Romance |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Deal by Elle Kennedy worth reading?
With hundreds of thousands of five-star ratings, it’s widely considered one of the best college sports romances ever written.
Is The Deal in stock?
Yes — order the paperback at TheBooksTank for fast delivery across India.
Is The Deal by Elle Kennedy spicy?
Yes — it is a steamy adult college romance, though balanced with genuine humour and heart.
What is The Deal about?
Tutoring deal between music major Hannah and hockey captain Garrett turns fake dating into very real feelings.
Do I need to read the Off-Campus books in order?
Recommended order: The Deal, The Mistake, The Score, The Goal — but each couple’s story stands complete.
Why is The Deal so popular?
It perfected the fake-dating trope with a swoony fall-first hero — hundreds of thousands of five-star ratings made it a modern classic.
What Readers Say
New York Times bestselling series · Amazon Prime TV adaptation of Off-Campus announced
★★★★☆ “Full transparency, I read this book in one sitting. This book 100% cemented Elle Kennedy as an addictive writer. She knows how to drop hints and always leaves you at the end of the chapter wanting more.”
— Kristina Lucille · Goodreads · 2026
★★★★★ “Elle Kennedy engages your senses from the very first sentence! Both deliciously steamy and heart-achingly tender, The Deal is an absolute winner!”
— Katy Evans · NYT Bestselling Author (endorsement)
★★★★☆ “My favorite character in this book is Garrett. I loved Garrett from the beginning… he's the overall package. The banter between the characters had me cracking up throughout the story.”
— Christy · MEReadALOT Book Blog
★★★★☆ “The only negative thing I can say about this book is that it's predictable — but overall, I really enjoyed The Deal. If you're a fan of new adult, I highly suggest it.”
— Christy · MEReadALOT Book Blog
★★★★★ “I was hooked from the very first page and spent the afternoon laughing out loud, swooning and fanning myself. This was one of the best college romances I’ve read — epic banter, sexy romance, and fantastic writing. Highly recommended”
— Aestas Book Blog · Goodreads ★★★★★
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