The Deal
Elle Kennedy
College Romance • Contemporary Romance • Sports Romance
The first book in the Off-Campus series follows Hannah Wells, who just wants to get her crush’s attention. She agrees to tutor Garrett Graham, the hockey team captain, in exchange for a pretend date. As Hannah and Garrett fulfill their ends of the deal, they begin to open up and trust each other. All it takes is one kiss to change everything for these two.
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Study up ahead of ‘Off Campus’ Season 1.
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We did some digging into the stars of the hockey romance ahead of the show’s May premiere.
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Off Campus’ Star Reveals Surprising New Details About Tucker in Season 1
How does Tucker in the show compare to the book version?
‘Off Campus’ Study Session! Every Sneak Peek of Season 1, Explained
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The hockey romance’s teaser trailer hinted at some switch-ups.
‘Off Campus’ Drops Steamy Trailer & Reveals Season 1 Premiere Date
BRB, we’re enrolling at Briar U.
‘Off Campus’ Season 2: New Update About When Filming Starts
The cast will be getting back to work VERY soon.
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Just how steamy is the hockey romance?
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The actor teases the upcoming hockey romance adaptation.
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Your Complete ‘Off Campus’ Character Guide Ahead of Season 1
It’s time to study the Briar U students. There will be a pop quiz.
Which ‘Off Campus’ Leading Lady Is Your Bestie? (QUIZ)
Find out which ‘Off Campus’ gal is your new BFF!
‘Off Campus’: Who Is Playing John Logan? Meet Antonio Cipriano
Get to know the actor playing Briar U’s charming defenseman.
Who Is Your ‘Off Campus’ Boyfriend? (QUIZ)
Find out which ‘Off Campus’ guy is your perfect match!
‘Off Campus’: Who Is Playing Hannah Wells? Ella Bright Takes Center Stage
Meet the actress stepping into the spotlight as our beloved Wellsy in ‘Off Campus.’
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Who Should Play John Logan’s Love Grace in ‘Off Campus’? (POLL)
John Logan needs his leading lady!
‘Off Campus’: A Guide to How the Key Characters Are Connected
Find out how every ‘Off Campus’ book character is connected before the TV show premieres.
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‘Off Campus’: Who Is Playing Garrett Graham? All About Belmont Cameli
A deep dive into the actor playing Briar U’s star center.
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‘Off Campus’: Who Is Playing Dean Di Laurentis? Meet Stephen Kalyn
Get to know the actor playing Briar U’s legendary D-man.
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New ‘Off Campus’ Set Photos Reveal Major Book Changes for Dean & More
Elle Kennedy’s set visit gave readers a behind-the-scenes look at the adaptation process.
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‘Off Campus’ Boss Promises Season 1 Will Have ‘Steamy’ Sex Scenes Like the Book
You can rest easy, book fans!
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9 ‘The Deal’ Book Scenes We Must See in the ‘Off Campus’ TV Series
From the locker room scene to Beau’s birthday bash, these are the book moments we MUST see in ‘Off Campus.’
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‘Off Campus’: Which Couple Should Lead Season 2? (POLL)
Should ‘Off Campus’ switch up the order of the books like ‘Bridgerton’?
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‘Off Campus’: Who Is Elle Kennedy’s Best Leading Man? (POLL)
Between Garrett, Logan, Dean, and Tucker, which Briar U hockey boy made you swoon the most?
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Will the ‘Off Campus’ TV Show Include the Epic Locker Room Scene?
It’s a pivotal and eye-opening moment (in more ways than one) from the book.
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‘Off Campus’ Series Reveals Flirty First Footage of Garrett & Hannah (VIDEO)
Remain calm (but not really): It’s our first look at Garrett and Hannah!
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