Top new romance books in April 2023
Last updated:
April 30, 2023
April 2023 featuring new releases by Emily Henry, Carissa Broadbent, Carissa Broadbent, Rebecca Ross, Emily Rath, Kazuo Ishiguro, Abby Jimenez, Rina Kent, Keri Lake, Keri Lake and many more.
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Happy Place by Emily Henry
Harriet and Wyn have been the perfect couple since they met in college—they go together like salt and pepper, honey and tea, lobster and rolls. Except, now—for reasons they’re still not discussing—they don’t.They broke up six months ago. And still haven’t told their best friends... -
![Slaying the Vampire Conqueror by Carissa Broadbent]()
Slaying the Vampire Conqueror by Carissa Broadbent
She was commanded to kill him with a single strike to the heart. She didn’t expect her own to betray her. Sylina has sacrificed everything for her goddess–her soul, her freedom, her eyes. Life in service to the Arachessen, a cult of the Goddess of Fate, has turned Sylina from orphaned street-rat to disciplined killer, determined to overthrow Glaea’s tyrannical king... -
![The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent]()
The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent
Love is a sacrifice at the altar of power.In the wake of the Kejari, everything Oraya once thought to be true has been destroyed. A prisoner in her own kingdom, grieving the only family she ever had, and reeling from a gutting betrayal, she no longer even knows the truth of her own blood. She’s left only with one certainty: she cannot trust anyone, least of all Raihn... -
![Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross]()
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
When two young rival journalists find love through a magical connection, they must face the depths of hell, in a war among gods, to seal their fate forever.After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again. But eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow just wants to hold her family together. Her mother is suffering from addiction and her brother is missing from the front lines...war · poor heroine · working class heroine · super rich hero · fantasy · magic · sweet-hero · young adult · office · virgin heroine -
![Pucking Ever After: Volume 1 by Emily Rath]()
Pucking Ever After: Volume 1 by Emily Rath
From the Amazon Bestselling Jacksonville Rays Hockey Series comes a Happily Ever After novella full of spice, laughter, and so much love.Curious to know what happened to Rachel and the guys after that fateful hockey game in LA? PUCKING EVER VOL 1 provides readers with a six-chapter peek into the future of Team Price. Bonus content in this volume spans four years after the end of PUCKING AROUND...contemporary · sports · reverse harem · athletes · bisexual · humor · m-m-f · poly · pregnancy · sunny hero -
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![Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro]()
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
A beautiful hardcover edition of one of the Nobel Prize-winning author's most acclaimed novels: a deeply moving and stunningly original love story with a startling twistAs children, Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy were students at Hailsham, an exclusive boarding school secluded in the English countryside...science fiction · contemporary · dystopian · mystery · young adult · death · high-school · europe · british-isles · united-kingdom -
![Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez]()
Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
A novel of terrible first impressions, hilarious second chances, and the joy in finding your perfect match from "a true talent" (Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author).Dr. Briana Ortiz’s life is seriously flatlining... -
![Heart of My Monster by Rina Kent]()
Heart of My Monster by Rina Kent
From USA Today bestselling author Rina Kent comes a new dark mafia romance.I’m a man with no morals or feelings.The only reason I made it this far is to reign.Nothing and no one will stop me.Or that should’ve been the plan.Now, my only goal is to get back the woman who belongs to me.Sasha thinks it’s all over, but we’re only getting started.She’s my woman. My partner. My wife.Mine...dark · suspense · military · possessive hero · mafia · alpha male · grumpy sunshine · contemporary · vengeance · boss & employee -
![Nocticadia by Keri Lake]()
Nocticadia by Keri Lake
Mortui vivos docentOs mortos ensinam os vivosDepois de ver a mãe sucumbir a uma misteriosa doença, Lilia Vespertine promete a si mesma que haveria de encontrar a cura para o mal que lhe levara a mãe e que deixaria a maldita cidade onde vivia.Quatro anos depois, é admitida na Universidade de Dracadia, uma das instituições mais antigas e prestigiadas do país...fantasy · dark · age difference · mystery · horror · contemporary · paranormal · forbidden love · new adult · suspense -
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![Nocticadia by Keri Lake]()
Nocticadia by Keri Lake
A dark, atmospheric tale of deadly secrets and forbidden love.Mortui vivos docent.The dead teach the living.After watching my mother succumb to a mysterious illness, I promised myself two things. I’d find the cure for what ravaged her. And leave the godforsaken city where she abandoned me...teacher-hero · college · forbidden love · dual-pov · age difference · dark · super rich hero · cold hero · m-f · poor heroine -
![The Nanny by Lana Ferguson]()
The Nanny by Lana Ferguson
A woman discovers the father of the child she is nannying may be her biggest (Only)Fan in this steamy contemporary romance by Lana Ferguson. Suddenly unemployed and on the brink of eviction, Cassie Evans is left with two choices: get a new job (and fast) or fire up her long-untouched OnlyFans account. But the job market is terrible, and as for OnlyFans. . . -
![The Sacrifice by Shantel Tessier]()
The Sacrifice by Shantel Tessier
HIS LADYA Lord is to marry after he graduates from Barrington University, an elite college for the rich. A Lady’s job is to help him fit into a world unaware of his secret society. The Lord does not get to choose who he spends the rest of his life with. But there is always an exception to the rule. And I just so happen to be his.I VOW. YOU VOW. WE VOW.I was to wed a Lord of my parents’ choosing... -
![Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld]()
Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
A comedy writer thinks she’s sworn off love, until a dreamily handsome pop star flips the script on all her assumptions. Romantic Comedy is a hilarious, observant and deeply tender novel from New York Times–bestselling author Curtis Sittenfeld. Sally Milz is a sketch writer for "The Night Owls," the late-night live comedy show that airs each Saturday... -
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Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
A comedy writer thinks she’s sworn off love, until a dreamily handsome pop star flips the script on all her assumptions. Romantic Comedy is a hilarious, observant and deeply tender novel from New York Times–bestselling author Curtis Sittenfeld. Sally Milz is a sketch writer for "The Night Owls," the late-night live comedy show that airs each Saturday... -
![Vacation Wars by Meghan Quinn]()
Vacation Wars by Meghan Quinn
From USA Today and Amazon Charts bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a fun, sexy story about the family dynamics that can stand in the way of rekindling a romance.Prepared for a good time, Tessa is thrilled to spend the weeks before her sister’s wedding at their family’s favorite vacation spot: Santorini. Sandy beaches, stonewashed houses, attractive men—it’s heaven...contemporary · humor · friends to lovers · dual-pov · new adult · forced proximity · open-door · length-long · m-f · first-person-pov -
![King of Pride by Ana Huang]()
King of Pride by Ana Huang
She's his opposite in every way...and the greatest temptation he's ever known. Reserved, controlled, and proper to a fault, Kai Young has neither the time nor inclination for chaos—and Isabella, with her purple hair and inappropriate jokes, is chaos personified.With a crucial CEO vote looming and a media empire at stake, the billionaire heir can’t afford the distraction she brings... -
![Elora by Beanie Harper]()
Elora by Beanie Harper
Saved from the streets as a child, Elora spent her adolescent years in the care of seven vampires. As time goes by and she enters adulthood, emotions evolve into something unexpected.Pure love turns into burning lust, friendships are challenged, humanity is put to the ultimate test, and loyalty is earned...virgin heroine · bdsm · fantasy · age difference · poly · reverse harem · cold hero · vampires · contemporary · praise-kink -
![Forbidden: Part Two by Emilia Emerson]()
Forbidden: Part Two by Emilia Emerson
Just when I'd finally allowed myself to hope, I’m plunged right back into the darkness.The past few weeks with her alphas have been a dream for Josie, but her newfound freedom is short-lived. Robbed of her autonomy, retraumatized, and disempowered, she finds herself struggling not to fall apart. Again.Cam, Theo, and Ben are desperate to help Josie as they feel her slipping away...poly · fated-mates · omegaverse · curvy heroine · bdsm · reverse harem · contemporary · forced proximity · paranormal · fantasy -
![The Step Bro Situation by Jesse H. Reign]()
The Step Bro Situation by Jesse H. Reign
It’s official, my step bro is the biggest himbo ever to himbo.He’s a massive blond beefcake with a soft heart and an over-eager smile. The mere sight of him incites a shaking hot rage in me.He’s everywhere. He’s around me all the time. So sweet and gentle it makes me feel wild. I see him and smell him everywhere. And when I can’t see him or smell him, I hear him...stepsibling · m-m · grumpy sunshine · contemporary · cold hero · forced proximity · sunny hero · virgin hero · anal sex · dual-pov -
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![Bro and the Beast 2 by L.C. Davis, Joel Abernathy]()
Bro and the Beast 2 by L.C. Davis, Joel Abernathy
This is what Brad gets for finally "sinking his teeth into a book," like his nerdy brother is always hounding him to. He definitely wasn't expecting the book to sink its teeth into him.With the newfound knowledge that he can get pregnant as an omega, Brad's urgency to get back to his world of touchdowns and keg stands is intensifying by the minute...m-m · werewolves · paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · contemporary · 20th century · omegaverse · humor · time travel -
![Run, Rose, Run by James Patterson, Dolly Parton]()
Run, Rose, Run by James Patterson, Dolly Parton
From America’s most beloved superstar and its greatest storyteller—a thriller about a young singer/songwriter on the rise and on the run, and determined to do whatever it takes to survive.Every song tells a story. She’s a star on the rise, singing about the hard life behind her. She’s also on the run. Find a future, lose a past. Nashville is where she’s come to claim her destiny... -
![A Ryan Recon by Sadie Kincaid]()
A Ryan Recon by Sadie Kincaid
When Mikey and Liam come home from a night of dealing with some Ryan enemies, Jessie can't help from pushing a few buttons. But will she regret pushing her lovable twins a little too far?This is a super spicy, short why choose romance connected to the New York Ruthless series... -
![His Curvy Rejected Mate by Cate C. Wells]()
His Curvy Rejected Mate by Cate C. Wells
He had his chance. He blew it, and I’m out of here.FloraI’m at the bottom of the pack. I’m female, I have no family left, and everywhere a shifter is supposed to be hard, I’m soft and round. There’s one bright spot in my days—Alec Cameron.He’s hard in every way—so distant that he’s ice cold—but once in a while, he gives me a nod, and we sneak off to the woods. He’s not cold then. Not at all... -
![Stealing Home by Grace Reilly]()
Stealing Home by Grace Reilly
A can’t-miss BookTok favorite, reverse grumpy/sunshine forced-proximity college sports romance, third in the Beyond the Play series—with new exclusive content in this edition!I should be focusing on my game–not on falling for my gorgeous, grumpy roommate… especially since she’s already left me once.SebastianIt’s my final season to prove myself before the MLB Draft... -
![The ShadowHunter by Opal Reyne]()
The ShadowHunter by Opal Reyne
When her younger sister is stolen in the dark of night, Valerie infiltrates the northern kingdom to rescue her. Parading around as a human and hiding her Witch scent, she doesn’t realise she’s stepped onto a Dragon’s hunting ground – or that the Dragon has settled his lustful sights on her.She only wanted to save her sister, but she can’t resist the way he sets her heart on fire... -
![These Gentle Wolves by Clare Sager]()
These Gentle Wolves by Clare Sager
“Iron cuts through flesh. Iron cuts through fae. Iron cuts through lies.” Journey into Elfhame to rescue her closest friend. What seems a simple task soon becomes a daunting challenge, as Rose finds herself facing the terrifying monsters that lurk amidst the fae land’s ethereal beauty. When danger strikes, she’s the one who needs saving...fantasy · fae · marriage of convenience · grumpy sunshine · new adult · magic · forced proximity · high fantasy · mystery · paranormal -
![Game Over Boys by C.M. Stunich]()
Game Over Boys by C.M. Stunich
Finding out your serial killer dad wants you to un-alive your boyfriends … Well, it sucks. Even worse if one of those guys is lying when he says he loves you. The worst when two of them are lying to your face. If all three of them do it … game over. I might be known as Gamer Girl, but I wasn’t prepared for this. Choice and betrayal. Romance and death. Mostly, consequences and hard truths...contemporary · reverse harem · suspense · poly · new adult · forbidden · mystery · possessive hero · alpha male · super rich hero -
![What the Hex by Jessica Clare]()
What the Hex by Jessica Clare
Enemies-to-lovers has never been more enchanting in this witchy romantic comedy from the New York Times bestselling author of Go Hex Yourself .Penny Roundtree wants nothing more than to be a familiar to a witch. She’s been a member of the Society of Familiars ever since she was old enough to join the Fam. There’s just a small problem—no one’s hiring...paranormal · fantasy · witches · magic · contemporary · from hate to love · humor · sports · boss & employee · grumpy sunshine -
![Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare]()
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare
Set in a topsy-turvy world like a holiday revel, this comedy devises a romantic plot around separated twins, misplaced passions, and mistaken identity. Juxtaposed to it is the satirical story of a self-deluded steward who dreams of becoming “Count Malvolio” only to receive his comeuppance at the hands of the merrymakers he wishes to suppress... -
![The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur]()
The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur
Lambda Literary award winner and national bestselling author Alexandria Bellefleur returns with a steamy Sapphic rom-com about a quiet bookseller and a romance novel cover model who agree to a modern-day marriage-of-convenience...Tansy Adams’ greatest love is her family’s bookstore, passed down from her late father. But when it comes to actual romance… Tansy can’t get past the first chapter... -
![If Only You by Chloe Liese]()
If Only You by Chloe Liese
A longtime good girl and unapologetic bad boy score the love of their life when they least expect to in this swoony, slow-burn sports romance.Ziggy Bergman is tired of being underestimated. Sure, she’s the youngest player on the National Soccer team and the baby of the family, but that doesn’t mean she still deserves to be treated like a kid. It’s time for her angelic image to get a makeover... -
![When She's Fearless by Ruby Dixon]()
When She's Fearless by Ruby Dixon
After being stolen from Earth, I learned that I could live each day in fear...or I could meet life head-on and unafraid. I chose the latter...Which is why, when I find a terrifyingly huge cat-alien male hip-deep in my favorite fishing spot, I don't run away in fear.I introduce myself.Is it reckless? Sure. But I've never met anyone quite like the feline Hrrrusek... -
![Forget Me Knot by Marie Mackay]()
Forget Me Knot by Marie Mackay
They say I’m a duchess: an omega who rejected my mates.It’s a title that lends me wealth and power. A perfect life. Yet, money can’t buy back my lost memories, and each night I dream of mates I can't remember, desperately wondering why I gave up what I desired most.But danger closes in, nameless and faceless: I'm being hunted by a ghost from the past...omegaverse · fated-mates · dark · contemporary · age difference · paranormal · fantasy · m-f-m · reverse harem · spanking -
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![Bratva Devil by Sonja Grey]()
Bratva Devil by Sonja Grey
He loves the chase.Turns out I love to get caught.The world’s worst meet cute—I walk in on him slitting a throat.I run like hell, but he really loves the chase…judging by my body’s reaction, so do I.He kidnaps me, thinking I’m someone else, but when he finds out the truth, I manage to convince him to hire me as his maid instead of offing my ass... -
![You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose]()
You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose
Grace Evans, an overworked New Yorker looking for a total escape from her busy life, books an Airbnb on a ranch in the middle of Wyoming. When she arrives, she's pleasantly surprised to find that the owner is a handsome man by the name of Calvin Wells. But there are things Grace discovers that she's not too pleased about: A lack of cell phone service. A missing woman...suspense · dual-pov · dark · contemporary · mystery · small town · non-hea · length-medium · m-f · first-person-pov -
![Hypnotize by E.J. Lawson]()
Hypnotize by E.J. Lawson
One of the most renowned packs in the entire country chose me to bond as their Omega. Me.It doesn't feel real, and yet here I am, boarding a private jet to their estate.But instead of arriving at a mansion to hors d'oeuvres and champagne, I awake injured and half frozen at the heart of the Alaskan wild after a terrible accident.That’s where he finds me...grumpy sunshine · bisexual · poly · forced proximity · reverse harem · alpha male · virgin heroine · omegaverse · insta-love · m-m-f -
![Coach by Devney Perry]()
Coach by Devney Perry
Football star. Single dad. And once, a long time ago, mine.I've spent the better part of a decade forgetting Ford Ellis. If he had just stayed away from Montana, I might have erased the memory of his striking blue eyes and rugged smile forever. Avoiding him was easy when the only place I saw his face was on ESPN-and a remote control could fix that problem... -
![Until I Get You by Claire Contreras]()
Until I Get You by Claire Contreras
3 years ago, she ruined my life. Now I'm going to return the favor...My reputation at Fairview University preceded me. I was the projected number-one pick in the NHL draft and the fan favorite at the rink. People wanted to be me or be with me. Except for Lyla James Marichal. She didn't look at me like I was her next meal. She eyed me with disdain...suspense · sports · contemporary · athletes · dual-pov · alpha male · possessive hero · new adult · insta-love · dark -
![The Heart of Psychos: Part two by Ames Mills]()
The Heart of Psychos: Part two by Ames Mills
Everyone warns you that it isn't safe when you step into this life.Danger lurks in every corner, and I’m constantly looking over my shoulder to see what will happen next. The villain in our story is supposed to be a protector, a father. But all he does is bring sorrow to his son, and he tried to take three important people from our lives... -
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Wed to the Alien Brute by Mason Lloyd, January Bell, Hollie Jackson
My dreams of marrying a hot alien came true—except the grumpy brute can’t stand me.I am the only one excited—okay, delighted—at finding myself married to a hulking, alien warlord. I’ve always been into scales and tails, and this big green beefcake is right up my alley. Except, he’s not into me. But I want my fun, and that’s the very least I can get out of this arranged marriage...
