Archive · 31 Dec 2025
Heated Rivalry Author Hints at Season 2
Rachel Reid, who wrote the books that inspired the Heated Rivalry series, is excited about the show getting a second season.
The show is about two people who start off keeping their relationship a secret but then have to deal with what it's like to love someone in public.
The first season is based on her first book, and the second season will likely explore more of the challenges that come with being in a public relationship.
The show is available on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the US and Australia.
Rachel Reid, author of the Heated Rivalry series, has shared her thoughts on the show's renewal for a second season.
Crave has greenlit a second season of the series, with HBO Max securing distribution rights for the US and Australia.
Reid's books explore the transition from secrecy and rivalry to the challenges of loving someone in public.
The first season is based on the first book in the series, while the second season will likely delve into the harder questions of public relationships.
The renewal is significant for readers who discovered the show through Reid's novels.
- Who
- Rachel Reid, author of the Heated Rivalry series
- What
- Renewal of the Heated Rivalry series for a second season
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Crave (Canada), HBO Max (US and Australia)
- Why
- To continue the story beyond the first book's secrecy and rivalry themes
- Author
- Rachel Reid
- Series
- Heated Rivalry
- Streamer
- Crave
- US Distribution
- HBO Max
- Renewal Status
- Confirmed for Season 2