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Varsity Heat Crew #2
Caught in the Current
They thought deleting the video would solve everything. They were wrong.
The video was supposed to be gone.
Instead, it’s leverage.
When a video of their illegal, unsanctioned rivalry race falls into the hands of a blackmailer, Liam and Alex have one mission: make the evidence disappear before it destroys their futures.
One break-in.
One reckless night.
One choice that changes everything.
Because forced proximity in the dark has a way of stripping away denial.
For Alex, control has always been survival—perfect son, perfect grades, perfect future. But Liam makes him reckless. Makes him honest in ways he’s never allowed himself to be.
For Liam, wanting Alex was supposed to be a mistake. A phase. A lapse in judgment.
It isn’t.
As the pressure tightens—from blackmail, from family expectations, from the impossible chemistry neither of them can kill—they’re forced to decide what matters more:
Protecting their futures.
Or protecting each other.
And this time, losing might mean more than a race.
Perfect for fans of obsessive rivals-to-lovers MM romance where enemies become everything, Caught in the Current delivers intense sports romance, devastating emotional turns, and chemistry that burns.
This is Book 2 in the Varsity Heat Crew Series: a bingeable MM college sports romance series following one couple across multiple books—high-stakes rivalry, slow-burn obsession, explosive chemistry, and emotional payoffs that keep readers turning pages.
Each book in the series delivers a complete emotional arc while pulling you irresistibly into the next chapter of their story.
This new adult contemporary romance is intentionally written to be fast, immersive, and bingeable—a prestige-style college sports drama designed for readers who crave deep connection, escalating stakes, and a couple worth following to the end.
Tropes: Enemies to Lovers • Rivals • Forced Proximity • Bisexual Awakening • Coming Out • Class Divide • Sports Romance • Closet Scene • Secret Relationship • First Time MM
The video was supposed to be gone.
Instead, it’s leverage.
When a video of their illegal, unsanctioned rivalry race falls into the hands of a blackmailer, Liam and Alex have one mission: make the evidence disappear before it destroys their futures.
One break-in.
One reckless night.
One choice that changes everything.
Because forced proximity in the dark has a way of stripping away denial.
For Alex, control has always been survival—perfect son, perfect grades, perfect future. But Liam makes him reckless. Makes him honest in ways he’s never allowed himself to be.
For Liam, wanting Alex was supposed to be a mistake. A phase. A lapse in judgment.
It isn’t.
As the pressure tightens—from blackmail, from family expectations, from the impossible chemistry neither of them can kill—they’re forced to decide what matters more:
Protecting their futures.
Or protecting each other.
And this time, losing might mean more than a race.
Perfect for fans of obsessive rivals-to-lovers MM romance where enemies become everything, Caught in the Current delivers intense sports romance, devastating emotional turns, and chemistry that burns.
This is Book 2 in the Varsity Heat Crew Series: a bingeable MM college sports romance series following one couple across multiple books—high-stakes rivalry, slow-burn obsession, explosive chemistry, and emotional payoffs that keep readers turning pages.
Each book in the series delivers a complete emotional arc while pulling you irresistibly into the next chapter of their story.
This new adult contemporary romance is intentionally written to be fast, immersive, and bingeable—a prestige-style college sports drama designed for readers who crave deep connection, escalating stakes, and a couple worth following to the end.
Tropes: Enemies to Lovers • Rivals • Forced Proximity • Bisexual Awakening • Coming Out • Class Divide • Sports Romance • Closet Scene • Secret Relationship • First Time MM
About the author
Dylan Joseph
15 books39 followersGrab your free copy of Before the Rivalry at dylanjoseph.co/vhc
Dylan Joseph writes the kind of MM romance that lingers long after the last page—slow-burn connections, emotional depth, open door spice, and moments of raw vulnerability. His stories invite readers into worlds where love feels both magical and deeply human, where every glance, touch, and conversation matters.
When he’s not writing, Dylan loves gardening, exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, and spending time with his partner, Ben, and three dogs, Oak, Bear, and Mopsy.
If you believe love stories should stir your heart, spark your imagination, and take you somewhere extraordinary, you’ll feel right at home in Dylan Joseph’s world.
All inquiries for podcast appearances, video shows, and speaking can be sent to dylan@dylanjoseph.co
Dylan Joseph writes the kind of MM romance that lingers long after the last page—slow-burn connections, emotional depth, open door spice, and moments of raw vulnerability. His stories invite readers into worlds where love feels both magical and deeply human, where every glance, touch, and conversation matters.
When he’s not writing, Dylan loves gardening, exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, and spending time with his partner, Ben, and three dogs, Oak, Bear, and Mopsy.
If you believe love stories should stir your heart, spark your imagination, and take you somewhere extraordinary, you’ll feel right at home in Dylan Joseph’s world.
All inquiries for podcast appearances, video shows, and speaking can be sent to dylan@dylanjoseph.co
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May 27, 2026
I just finished reading *Varsity Heat Crew - Caught in the Current* (Book #2) by Dylan Joseph, and honestly, I’m a bit surprised by how it turned out. Liam Moore's journey at Riverside State University, rowing on a full ride and earning the nickname 'Moore Power,' really had potential. Then there's Alex Harrington at Kingswell—the legacy kid funded by his dad, the golden boy. The tension between them, especially with their illegal race hanging over their heads, was supposed to be intense. But what can they do to stop the fallout? That question kept me hooked.
However, after reading the prequel and the first two books, I have to admit I’m feeling a bit let down. Each installment seems to only accomplish one thing and then drags on without much progression. Honestly, the prequel remains the best of the three so far for me. I love the main and supporting characters, but it’s frustrating not to see some of the key events we’re all waiting for actually happen. Instead, everything feels delayed, and I’m still left waiting in the next book to find out if anything really changes.
I’m about to dive into Book 3, hoping that the story takes a turn for the better and more action finally starts happening.
Just wanted to share my thoughts—I’m still rooting for this series to pick up the pace!
However, after reading the prequel and the first two books, I have to admit I’m feeling a bit let down. Each installment seems to only accomplish one thing and then drags on without much progression. Honestly, the prequel remains the best of the three so far for me. I love the main and supporting characters, but it’s frustrating not to see some of the key events we’re all waiting for actually happen. Instead, everything feels delayed, and I’m still left waiting in the next book to find out if anything really changes.
I’m about to dive into Book 3, hoping that the story takes a turn for the better and more action finally starts happening.
Just wanted to share my thoughts—I’m still rooting for this series to pick up the pace!
July 8, 2026
Good, tense story. Editing still bad.
I am enjoying the serialized nature of the books. There is a full and concise story and yet there is ongoing drama that carries from book to book. And there is that sense of tension that leaves you feeling like there’s a dark cloud on the horizon and a big storm is coming. Very good storytelling.
Now if only it weren’t disrupted, again, by poor editing. As I said in my review of book one, nothing irks me more than having my head taken out of a story by inconsistency and then feeling the need to backcheck and find the original scene where the inconsistency originates. Add to this the poor copy editing. Very irritating.
I am enjoying the serialized nature of the books. There is a full and concise story and yet there is ongoing drama that carries from book to book. And there is that sense of tension that leaves you feeling like there’s a dark cloud on the horizon and a big storm is coming. Very good storytelling.
Now if only it weren’t disrupted, again, by poor editing. As I said in my review of book one, nothing irks me more than having my head taken out of a story by inconsistency and then feeling the need to backcheck and find the original scene where the inconsistency originates. Add to this the poor copy editing. Very irritating.
May 1, 2026
I think this series is something I love to hate-read! I just couldn’t put it down because I was hoping it would get better. Still, waiting for the redeeming qualities of the main characters but both are so messed up. I didn’t like cheating, SA and a lot of unresolved trauma. I think it’s somehow realistic in a way but there’s still no resolution. I wish it didn’t have to be a long series because a lot of the scenes could fit in one book.
April 26, 2026
Racing Hearts
Liam and Alex continue their tumultuous relationship but as they begin to be honest with themselves they realize their attraction did not go away just because they wanted it too. The struggle continues as friends and relationships are also left in the wake of their confused emotions.
Liam and Alex continue their tumultuous relationship but as they begin to be honest with themselves they realize their attraction did not go away just because they wanted it too. The struggle continues as friends and relationships are also left in the wake of their confused emotions.
June 6, 2026
The emotions are all over the place. Liam finding himself letting himself go with Emily, Alex knows what he wants but is afraid to reach for it, and broken trust with Ethan. Noah's debate though, killed it! I love/hate this, I just want these two to stop hurting themselves and the ones close to them and just be happy!
March 10, 2026
the second book of the three
Just as compelling as the first and the prequel. I can’t put it down. The author has skillfully put the main characters in a high stakes high risk high reward place. The reward is love which they both feel but have trouble acknowledging it.
Just as compelling as the first and the prequel. I can’t put it down. The author has skillfully put the main characters in a high stakes high risk high reward place. The reward is love which they both feel but have trouble acknowledging it.
July 22, 2026
This series breaks your heart while fixing it.
Dylan James knows how to tell a story. Books this short usually lack a good plot or emotions. This series hits everything, a good plot, honest emotions, character and world building. I'm honestly impressed.
Dylan James knows how to tell a story. Books this short usually lack a good plot or emotions. This series hits everything, a good plot, honest emotions, character and world building. I'm honestly impressed.
March 19, 2026
great emotion and chemistry
The story and characters flowed with emotion and timing. Played out fantastic. Can’t wait for the next one. Great story, great characters.
The story and characters flowed with emotion and timing. Played out fantastic. Can’t wait for the next one. Great story, great characters.
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