I love Sports Romance. I just love a hero or heroine who is really really good at something. 

I love capable heroines who aren't afraid to punch someone in the face. 

I use to be a competive speed skater. 

Thus, I love Roller Derby and if I can get it in a Romance Novel--Joy is Mine!

Here are some Romances with Roller Derby! My lists are never in any particular order. 

1.  The Mane Squeeze by Shelly Laurenston

Growing up on the tough Philly streets, Gwen O'Neill knows how to fend for herself. But what is she supposed to do with a nice, suburban Jersey boy who has a tendency to turn into a massive Grizzly? Despite his menacing growl and four-inch claws, Gwen finds Lachlan "Lock" MacRyrie cute and really sweet. He actually watches out for her, and unlike the rest of her out-of-control family, manages not to morbidly embarrass her. Too bad cats don't believe in forever.

At nearly seven feet tall, Lock is used to people responding to him in two ways: screaming or running away. Gwen--half lioness, half tigress, all kick-ass--does neither. She's sexy beyond belief and smart as hell, but she's so busy protecting her family and friends that she's forgetting about her own safety. Lock probably shouldn't get involved, but he can't simply walk away. Not when Gwen means absolutely everything to him.

2. Falling Hard by Megan Sparks

When Annie moves from London to a small town in the midwest, she struggles to fit in. She gets off to a bad start when she makes an enemy of her school's queen bee, Kelsey. But she discovers a new passion, the exciting sport of roller derby, and makes friends with the cool and quirky girls on her team, the Liberty Belles. She also meets Jesse, the friendly boy who works at the roller rink, and Tyler, a cute, all-American sports star.

3. Found by You by Victoria H. Smith

He’s noticed by everyone… 

Griffin Chandler. 

He’s captain of our college’s basketball team. I swear to God I’ve already seen him in a Nike ad, and he’s one of the top picks when he goes pro following our spring graduation. 

His life is on display for the world. Both his accomplishments and demons there for judgment. 

I’m a girl who likes to play roller derby from, of all places, Wisconsin. My own demons better concealed. And one day… 

He notices me. 

Found by You is a new adult contemporary romance. 

4. Love and Skate: Books 1-5, The Complete Series by Lila Felix

On the rink she’s tough, she’s a leader, she’s fast and she’s the epitome of a rebellious girl. But Nellie’s been hurt, only once, but it was enough to make her look at life through different eyes and off the rink she’s a timid girl who loves with no pretenses. 
A long time ago Owen Black was betrayed by the girl he thought he loved and the guy he called his best friend. The anguish set off a domino effect of negativity in his life and he never has fully recovered. He meets Nellie Forrester and thinks he can let it go for her.  
But how can you love someone when the wounds from your past are still wide open?

5. The Derby Girl by Tamara Morgan

Roller derby girl Gretchen "Honey Badger" Badgerton lives in the moment, no apologies. Like every woman in Pleasant Park with a pulse, she finds Dr. Jared Fine irresistible, but she's taken by surprise when her unattainable new neighbor asks her out.

On paper, Jared is the perfect man: gorgeous, wealthy and charitable. But his golden image is just that, and opening an upstate practice is a welcome chance to start a new life. When Gretchen stops to help him with a flat tire, he's intrigued by her feisty attitude—and her sexy body art. There's something refreshing about being with a take-charge woman who doesn't expect him to be anything but himself.

Though Gretchen is hesitant to shatter Jared's "bad girl" illusion of her, she has to face facts: she's fallen for the good doctor. She's used to putting everyone else's needs before hers, but as their relationship heats up, can she handle having someone take care of her for a change?

6. Derby Girl by Shauna Cross

n this exciting collection of paranormal tales, best-selling authors Stephenie Meyer (Twilight), Kim Harrison (Once Dead, Twice Shy), Meg Cabot (How to Be Popular), Lauren Myracle (ttyl), and Michele Jaffe (Bad Kitty) take prom mishaps to a whole new level—a truly hellish level. Wardrobe malfunctions and two left feet don't hold a candle to discovering your date is the Grim Reaper—and he isn't here to tell you how hot you look.

From angels fighting demons to a twisted take on getting what you wish for, these five stories will entertain better than any DJ in a bad tux can. No corsage or limo rental necessary. Just good, creepy fun.

10. Demon Derby by Carrie Harris

Casey kicked cancer’s ass. Now a demon wants to kick hers. . . .

Casey hates being known as the girl who survived cancer. She wants people to treat her like her old self, fearless and strong. And after a creepy encounter with a crazy guy in an alley, Casey is all about reclaiming her power.

So when she has a chance to try out for the Apocalypsies roller derby team, she jumps on it. Being a derby girl would prove that she doesn’t need anybody’s pity. It doesn’t hurt that Michael, the team manager, is almost unnaturally hot. Which makes sense when Casey finds out that he’s not human.

Michael’s got a secret: he trains demon hunters. That crazy guy in the alley? Demon. And the fact that Casey went head to head with evil and lived makes her a threat to demonkind. Casey thought she’d already fought and won the battle of her lifetime. But it’s only beginning. . . .
 

Did I miss one? Let me know!

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I was definitely excited to read this book knowing it was about roller derby. I’ve never participated in the sport, but it always looked like fun and craziness. I was not let down! Lots of roller and lots of derby. With a peppering of cheerleading and high school drama mixed in.

I thought it was interesting to have a perspective of a Londoner moving to the midwest because I’ve read a couple of novels that do the opposite (American moving to England). The book read like a Disney Channel Original Movie with an emphasis on Roller Derby 101. It was a cute read and I learned a lot more about Roller Derby. I wish we could have gotten to know Lexie and Jesse a lot more! Both of the guys weren’t written with much depth, same with Kelsey. They were just kind of high school cliches, but Jesse had a bit more depth with his connection to the roller derby stuff.

Although I have mixed feelings on this novel, I definitely don’t regret reading it! It was fun. The title kind of implies that it will be a series, so maybe the POV will switch off to another girl? I liked Annie, but it would be cool to get a perspective from Lexie especially since she’s this artsy chick who goes against all the cliches.

Received an ARC from the publisher at Netgalley.

When I first saw this cover, I expected a story with lots of action or a real life situation. Then I read the blurb, and I fell in love. :)

This book is about Annie, a British girl who moves with her dad to the US. Her parents are divorced and her dad wanted to go back to his old place and start a cafe/restaurant.

I really loved this book. For many reasons. I really like the differences between British and American, and how both sides always get a bit huffy if you do things wrong with their language. And I like it when an English/British girl (or the other way around) moves to America, and has to adapt. Afterall her English is not really the right one, and many words are not the same.
Annie does her best though, trying to adapt to American, and showing everyone she is kick-ass.

Then we also have our cliche (but oh so fitting) mean girl (who also is cheerleader) Kelsey. Annie accidentally bumped into her when she was skating and had to dodge a dog. After that, Kelsey hates Annie's guts.

I loved how Annie first went to try out Cheerleading (because of her gymnastics, and the fact she was too tall for that) and how she slowly finds her love for Roller Derby.

I loved the Roller Derby, I heard about it a little, but wasn't sure what it was about. But this author has done her research, everything is carefully explained in a fun way. So no matter if you never done Roller Derby, after this book you will know enough. The Derby sounds like a fun sport to do, maybe a bit painful, but I liked the whole Jammer and scoring process.

Annie makes friends pretty fast, first with Lexie and than with other people. Also befriends people who she first found to be mean.

I loved the little references towards Engeland, but also how she talked, it was as other people in the book said: cute. :)

Also her love interests. She really knows how to get her guys. I really hope she and a certain someone will get together! (I will be cheering for them.)

One last good note, I loved the dad, he was just awesome. Silly and just being himself, and his dedication to make a beautiful new cafe.

And I am really hoping that there will be more coming out, though with the ending, I am sure there will be more.

Recommended to everyone who like a girl from another country switching, roller derby, and ofcourse romance!!