The Dixon Rule by Elle Kennedy
The Dixon Rule by Elle Kennedy is the second book in the Campus Diaries series, set in the world of Off Campus and Briar U. This college sports romance follows Diana Dixon and hockey player Shane Lindley as a fake relationship and competing boundaries become something more.
At a glance
- The second Campus Diaries novel, sharing a setting with Off Campus and Briar U.
- Diana is balancing ballroom competition rehearsals, two jobs and trouble with an ex.
- Shane is a hockey player and her new neighbour. Their pretend relationship develops amid their ex-related complications.
Reference price: $26.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The premise combines college hockey romance with ballroom dancing, humour and a fake relationship.
- The plot description includes multiple ongoing pressures for Diana, rather than focusing only on the romance.
- Customer feedback highlights humorous character banter, emotional moments and an engaging cast of supporting characters.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Author | Elle Kennedy |
|---|---|
| Series | Campus Diaries series |
| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
| Publication date | May 14 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 496 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1728260728 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1728260723 |
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.97 x 3.15 x 20.96 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes a steamy romance involving ex-partner complications and a fake relationship. Readers can use that premise to judge whether its themes suit them.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a college sports romance with a hockey-player lead and a fake-dating premise.
- Fans of Elle Kennedy's Campus Diaries, Off Campus or Briar U settings.
- Readers who enjoy romance mixed with humour, emotional turns and supporting-character subplots.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a standalone story with no connection to a broader fictional setting.
- Readers who prefer to avoid steamy romance or plots involving ex-partners and pretend relationships.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as entertaining and enjoyable, with humour and character banter standing out alongside emotional scenes, engrossing story development and a well-liked supporting cast. Some readers also report finding it easy to keep reading. Those impressions align with the listing's mix of romance, humour and several ongoing plot threads, though they reflect reader feedback rather than a guarantee of how every reader will respond.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the humour and lively banter between the characters.
- Feedback highlights emotional impact, engaging story development and the supporting cast.
- Some readers say the book is an enjoyable, easy-to-read experience.
Frequently asked questions
Where does The Dixon Rule fit in the series?
It is described as the second book in Elle Kennedy's Campus Diaries series, set in the same world as Off Campus and Briar U.
What is the story about?
Diana Dixon is managing ballroom competition rehearsals, two jobs and an ex, while her new neighbour Shane Lindley, a hockey player, pretends she is his girlfriend. Their arrangement becomes more complicated as they grow closer.
What are the listed print details?
The listing gives an English-language print length of 496 pages, with ISBN-13 978-1728260723.
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