Top new romance books out this week: 19 May - 25 May 2024
Last updated:
May 25, 2024
This week featuring new releases by Tarah Dewitt, Kathryn Moon, Cate C. Wells, J. Bree, J.J. Mulder, Ivanna Nashkolna, Marie Mackay, Natalie Sue, Natalie Sue, Ruth Ware, Jagger Cole and many more.
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Savor It by Tarah Dewitt
Summer won't last forever. Sage Byrd has lived in the coastal town of Spunes, Oregon (not to be confused with Forks, Washington) her entire life. She's learned to love her small world, with the misfit animals on her hobby farm, and her friendships with the town’s inhabitants... -
![Getting Down on the Farm by Kathryn Moon]()
Getting Down on the Farm by Kathryn Moon
Sometimes I discuss SA in fiction very consciously and with real care, and sometimes (like in these farm shorts) I go sideways and it's part of erotic content. I know this is not for everyone, and I respect anyone's need to protect their peace and avoid this content, the same way I respect the right to read it and write it. As adults, we get to make decisions about the content we enjoy...dub-con · rape-mc · monsters · shapeshifters · werewolves · primal-play · fantasy · paranormal · magic · anal sex -
![After the Shut Up Ring by Cate C. Wells]()
After the Shut Up Ring by Cate C. Wells
shut up ring (noun) – a marriage proposal meant to get you off his back, intended to last indefinitely. I waited eight years to marry the father of my children. I worked at our relationship. I was patient. I forgave—the thoughtless remarks, the disappointments, the test results when I was expecting our youngest that proved he hadn’t been “working late. ”... -
![The Throne of Honor and Blood by J. Bree]()
The Throne of Honor and Blood by J. Bree
In our arrogance, the high fae forgot everything that mattered. I carved out a reputation as the Savage Prince with my brutality against witches, but unable to wield our magic, I couldn’t stop my kingdom from being torn apart by war and famine while the Fates demanded my patience. The worst was still to come...fantasy · paranormal · fae · from hate to love · new adult · high fantasy · magic · fated-mates · political-intrigue · first-person-pov -
![Shots on Net by J.J. Mulder, Ivanna Nashkolna]()
Shots on Net by J.J. Mulder, Ivanna Nashkolna
Carter Morgan III hates everything about South Carolina University except for one thing: hockey. As the starting netminder for the team, he lives for those moments when he can step onto the ice and between the pipes...hockey · sports · m-m · contemporary · new adult · queer · length-medium · friends to lovers · first-person-pov · dual-pov -
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![Sweetheart Omnibus: A Reverse Harem Bully Duet by Marie Mackay]()
Sweetheart Omnibus: A Reverse Harem Bully Duet by Marie Mackay
This is a full omnibus of the Sweetheart Duet. Never let them discover I’m an omega. Never let them discover I’m their mate. Bitten and bonded against my will, I’ve become a ransom for the celebrity alphas I scent matched. They're my last chance at freedom, and I have to make them fall for me before it’s too late...contemporary · suspense · new adult · length-long · explicit-plentiful · poly · reverse harem · actors · super rich hero · found-family -
![I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue]()
I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue
In this wildly funny and heartwarming office comedy, an admin worker accidentally gains access to her colleagues’ private emails and DMs and decides to use this intel to save her job—a laugh-till-you-cry debut novel you’ll be eager to share with your entire list of contacts, perfect for fans of Anxious People and Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine...contemporary · humor · office · mental illness · forced proximity · found-family · friends to lovers · length-medium · audiobook · m-f -
![I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue]()
I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue
As far as Jolene is concerned, her interactions with her colleagues should start and end with her official duties as an admin for Supershops, Inc. Unfortunately, her irritating, incompetent coworkers don’t seem to understand the importance of boundaries. Her secret to survival? She vents her grievances in petty email postscripts, then changes the text colour to white so no one can see...humor · contemporary · office · grumpy sunshine · forced proximity · canada · sweet-hero · multicultural · m-f · friends to lovers -
![One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware]()
One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
Harkening to Agatha Christie’s classic And Then There Were None, this high-tension and ingenious thriller follows five couples trapped on a storm-swept island as a killer stalks among them—from Ruth Ware, the New York Times bestselling author who “is turning out to be as ingenious and indefatigable as the Queen of Crime” (The Washington Post). Lyla is in a bit of a rut...mystery · suspense · contemporary · survival · length-medium · indonesia · england · suicide · misogyny · abuse-non-mc -
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![Corrupted Heart by Jagger Cole]()
Corrupted Heart by Jagger Cole
A blisteringly steamy, Dark Mafia, Forced Marriage, Grumpy/Sunshine standalone romance by bestselling author, Jagger Cole. I taunted a monster. Now I’m caught in his claws. He was only supposed to be a faceless fantasy. A masked man from the app to enact my darkest, most depraved impulses with. But I played games with the wrong stranger, and caught the attention of a psychopath...mafia · contemporary · suspense · dark · dual-pov · from hate to love · virgin heroine · m-f · alpha male · cruel hero -
![Graves by Katelyn Taylor]()
Graves by Katelyn Taylor
Zayden. I thought I had everything I could possibly desire. Until I set my eyes on her. My angel. Too pure for this world, too pure for me. She’s all mine. No matter the cost. No matter the lives that stand in my way. She has always been mine. She just doesn’t know it yet. Dominic. My brother has lost it, more so than ever before. I couldn’t figure out what had changed at first...breeding · super rich hero · primal-play · somnophilia · captive · forced proximity · from hate to love · contemporary · rape · m-f-m -
![Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan]()
Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan
From the iconic internationally bestselling author of the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy: A forbidden affair erupts volcanically amid a decadent tropical wedding in this outrageous comedy of manners from the iconic author of Crazy Rich Asians... -
![Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan]()
Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan
From the iconic internationally bestselling author of the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy: A forbidden affair erupts volcanically amid a decadent tropical wedding in this outrageous comedy of manners from the iconic author of Crazy Rich Asians...contemporary · humor · mystery · friends to lovers · racism · multicultural · fantasy · substance abuse · length-long · audiobook -
![Here for the Wrong Reasons by Lydia Wang, Annabel Paulsen]()
Here for the Wrong Reasons by Lydia Wang, Annabel Paulsen
In this swoon-filled lesbian romcom, two dating show contestants vying for the affection of the leading man fall head over heels—for each other. Fans of Ashley Herring Blake and Alexandria Bellefleur, and readers who love The Bachelor, will adore this steamy, laugh-out-loud debut romance. Krystin knows exactly what she a husband, a horse, and a place to hang all her competitive rodeo blue ribbons...audiobook · queer · new adult · f-f · humor · contemporary · friends to lovers · queer-awakening · grumpy sunshine · other-man-woman -
![A Major Puck Up by Brittanee Nicole]()
A Major Puck Up by Brittanee Nicole
There are only a few rules I live by: enjoy life, smile as often as possible, and don’t ever let a woman come between friends. Oh and hockey is life. For the past forty years I’ve done an excellent job at every single one of them. Until Millie Hall. To be fair, I had no idea who she was that first night. Can’t say the same about the second...hockey · super rich hero · sports · humor · parents-bff · forced proximity · new adult · office · single-father · forbidden love -
![The Summer I Destroyed You by Elizabeth O'Roark]()
The Summer I Destroyed You by Elizabeth O'Roark
A sexy small town, grumpy/sunshine, workplace romance by best-selling author, Elizabeth O’Roark. EMMY:. Elliott Springs has small-town values, cobblestone streets, perfect scenery. These are things I don’t care about. What I do care about: Revenge. And no matter how incredibly compelling I find Liam Doherty—the gorgeous contractor focused on saving Elliott Springs—I’m going to get it. LIAM:... -
![Pack Plus Three by Melissa Huxley]()
Pack Plus Three by Melissa Huxley
He’s the famous hockey player, and I’m the pregnant Omega next door…. My past was filled with mistakes, and knocking on a strange man’s door for a taste of his spicy food to satiate my craving was bound to be another one. The sparks were instant, and the bond I never expected to have grew, leaving me afloat as my due date loomed overhead...omegaverse · hockey · sports · contemporary · pregnancy · poly · reverse harem · single-mother · alpha male · athletes -
![The Medicine Woman of Galveston by Amanda Skenandore]()
The Medicine Woman of Galveston by Amanda Skenandore
Caught in the great Galveston Hurricane of 1900, a female doctor who’s joined a traveling medicine show to support her disabled son is forced to weather the storm and its aftermath in a town hostile to the troupe’s unconventional ways but desperate for their help...historical · western · survival · 20th century · length-long · audiobook · behind-doors · m-f · second chances · usa -
![Guarded by the Goalie by Angel Lawson]()
Guarded by the Goalie by Angel Lawson
“To new identities,” he declares, holding up his glass. “To no more epic f-ups. No more partying for me. No more athletes for you. Not until we get it together. ”. Little did I know that the night I made the deal with the tattooed, pierced, star goalie in the back room of a bar, that we were starting something--something we can't stop... -
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![Between the Lines by Julie Olivia, Allie Marie]()
Between the Lines by Julie Olivia, Allie Marie
Nathan Harding: Caged bird. Claire Benson: Unclipping her wings. I’ve never been given the chance to grow up. As a live-in nanny for my parents, my college degree may as well be used as an extra rag to clean up the messes of my four younger siblings... -
![The Path of Ascension 6 by C. Mantis]()
The Path of Ascension 6 by C. Mantis
Don't miss Book 6 of this action-packed fantasy adventure that blends everything you love about LitRPG with Xianxia. About the This is a mix between LitRPG and Xianxia. It's like a car that looks like a LitRPG with dungeons and skills, but the interior and engine are all Xianxia... -
![How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying by Django Wexler]()
How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying by Django Wexler
From bestselling author Django Wexler comes a laugh-out-loud fantasy tale about a young woman who, tired of defending humanity from the Dark Lord, decides maybe the Dark Lord doesn’t have it all wrong after all, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett and KJ Parker. Davi has done this all before. She’s tried to be the hero and take down the all-powerful Dark Lord...fantasy · humor · time travel · horror · magic · queer · high fantasy · paranormal · length-long · medieval -
![Milking my Sister by B. Sobjakken]()
Milking my Sister by B. Sobjakken
Taboo Incest Erotica. I was more than happy to lend a place for my sister and her baby to crash. What I wasn't expecting was to lend a helping hand in a milky situation. .. . and once we started, it was hard to stop.m-f · incest · single-mother · breeding · pregnancy · forbidden love · length-novella · contemporary · fetish · male-pov -
![Scorned Love by Victoria Paige]()
Scorned Love by Victoria Paige
Shallow. Unappealing. Nico De Lucci’s biting opinion of her is seared into Ivy’s brain. Not that she should care. No way is she giving Nico the power to whittle away at her self-confidence. Confidence she fought so hard to achieve. Obnoxious. Mr. Satan. Choice words Ivy Wu reserves especially for him. He will do anything and say anything to protect his sister from Ivy’s influence...mafia · from hate to love · cruel hero · humor · dual-pov · dark · super rich hero · multicultural · suspense · first-person-pov -
![My Brother's Teammates by Lasairiona E. McMaster, Melissa Ivers]()
My Brother's Teammates by Lasairiona E. McMaster, Melissa Ivers
What do you get when you cross a curvy seamstress with three hot hockey players? A pucking disaster. My escape plan seemed foolproof - retreat to my brother's empty apartment after catching my ex with another man. But I stumble into an unexpected complication: his hockey player roommates. .. and I'm stark naked... -
![Baskets and Beignets by Jana Deleon]()
Baskets and Beignets by Jana Deleon
Worth dyeing for. Ten years ago, Ryan Comeaux was convicted of killing his girlfriend and was sentenced to life in prison. Now a witness has come forward who claims she was with Ryan the entire night and it’s not possible that he was the killer. But the local police assume she’s mistaken and aren’t interested in reopening what they view as an open-and-shut case...mystery · humor · contemporary · suspense · heroine sleuth · length-medium · audiobook · glimpses-kisses -
![Riding the Sugar High by Letizia Lorini]()
Riding the Sugar High by Letizia Lorini
Riding high on love makes life as sweet as sugar. Primrose Bellevue is many things—a candy maker, an influencer, and a pink-loving, confident woman. She isn’t, however, a criminal. That is, until she commits the stupidest crime in history. After her very public break-up and her sudden fame as a stalker, she has no choice but to escape the scene of the crime... -
![Brutal Serpent by Kate Raven]()
Brutal Serpent by Kate Raven
Dark. Cruel. Toxic. Feral. Viscount St. Erth has been planning his revenge for a long time. Only one thing remains. Innocent Catherine Wendover must be wed and bred. And she won't know until it's too late. She's married a monster. This is a fast-paced dual POV dark romance with revenge, jealousy, obsession, and a HEA...breeding · dark · historical · virgin heroine · regency · m-f · arranged marriage · super rich hero · age difference · vengeance -
![The Sweetest Taboo by Maya Alden]()
The Sweetest Taboo by Maya Alden
She's a hurricane in disguise. Dangerous. Forbidden. I fell for a woman for the first time in my life. I never thought the winds of Montana could carry in a storm like Isha George. She's stunningly beautiful. Years younger than me. Definitely a gold digger. She's charming, elegant, and she's my younger brother's girlfriend...contemporary · cruel hero · cowboys · insta-love · possessive hero · cheating · alpha male · age difference · betrayal · multicultural -
![The Apothecary Diaries : Volume 11 by Natsu Hyuuga]()
The Apothecary Diaries : Volume 11 by Natsu Hyuuga
I-sei Province is still reeling in the aftermath of the insect plague. Jinshi resolves to do everything in his power to help the people of this land—but how far does his power really go in the western capital? And will he regret his efforts when all the credit seems to go to Gyoku-ou? The local lord seems to have an agenda of his own, but Jinshi still doesn’t know what it might be... -
![Little Heart of Stone by Clio Evans]()
Little Heart of Stone by Clio Evans
Creatures of all kinds go to the Barista to find love, including the crystal gargoyles, Jade and Beau. When Beau and Jade receive a mysterious message to come to Creature Cafe for their fated date, they answer the call and meet Juliet—a busy human who enchants them both. Juliet has seen it all as a nurse—life, death, happiness, and tragedy. She’s experienced all of those things too...fated-mates · paranormal · vampires · angels · demons · witches · fantasy · length-novella · poly · m-f-f -
![His Greatest Muse by Hannah Cowan]()
His Greatest Muse by Hannah Cowan
I've known Tinsley since we were children, two souls tangled in a bond that defied explanation. She isn't just my best friend; she's the gravity that keeps me grounded, the magnetic force that draws me in, no matter the consequence. But somewhere along the way, the lines blurred between friendship and something far darker—a relentless obsession that claws at my insides, consuming my every thought...sports · contemporary · m-f · friends to lovers · mma-boxing · canada · heroine athlete · cold hero · possessive hero · rockstars -
![Prince of Ink & Scars by Raya Morris Edwards]()
Prince of Ink & Scars by Raya Morris Edwards
Caden. After a difficult start, top Mafia commander in the Welsh Organization, Caden Payne is ready to turn over a new leaf. And with that resolution comes his biggest mission yet—full management of a multibillion dollar private security training base...mafia · from hate to love · breeding · erotica · length-medium · audiobook · explicit-open-door · contemporary · m-f · caretaking -
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![A Business Proposal, Vol. 5 by Abigail Blackman, Haehwa, Narak, Perilla]()
A Business Proposal, Vol. 5 by Abigail Blackman, Haehwa, Narak, Perilla
The big day is finally here. Taemu takes Hari to meet his grandfather and receive his blessing. .. only to be met with stone-cold rejection from the stubborn old timer. But Hari has no intention of giving up... -
![Mind Games by Nora Roberts]()
Mind Games by Nora Roberts
The #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Identity presents a suspenseful new novel of tragedy and trauma, love and family, and the evil that awaits. As they do each June, the Foxes have driven the winding roads of Appalachia to drop off their children for a two-week stay at their grandmother’s...suspense · mystery · paranormal · contemporary · fantasy · magic · dark · friends to lovers · single-father · death -
![Mind Games by Nora Roberts]()
Mind Games by Nora Roberts
The #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Identity presents a suspenseful new novel of tragedy and trauma, love and family, and the evil that awaits. As they do each June, the Foxes have driven the winding roads of Appalachia to drop off their children for a two-week stay at their grandmother’s...mystery · suspense · paranormal · contemporary · fantasy · death · length-medium · behind-doors · audiobook · standalone -
![Liar's Point by Laura Griffin]()
Liar's Point by Laura Griffin
Two homicide detectives must separate the puzzling truth from a growing web of lies while investigating a murder victim’s friends and lovers in Lost Beach, Texas. Detective Nicole Lawson is fed up with her job and nonexistent love life. Her first date in months gets cut short by an urgent call from the chief of police... -
![The Guncle Abroad by Steven Rowley]()
The Guncle Abroad by Steven Rowley
From the nationally bestselling author of The Guncle comes the much-anticipated sequel, in which Patrick O’Hara is called back to his guncle duties…at a big, family wedding in Lake Como, Italy. Patrick O’Hara is finally in a league of his own…professionally... -
![Cold Hearted by Leia Stone, Julie Hall]()
Cold Hearted by Leia Stone, Julie Hall
To save my kingdom, someone must die. Every hundred years, a curse descends on Faerie, ravaging its lands and killing its people. For the last two millennia, the Summer Court princess has always been the one to stop it. Now it’s my turn. My entire life I’ve prepared to become one the perfect assassin. My mission is simple...fantasy · fated-mates · fae · forced proximity · from hate to love · shapeshifters · paranormal · magic · contemporary · forbidden love -
![Finding the Troll's Heart by Lyonne Riley]()
Finding the Troll's Heart by Lyonne Riley
Six months ago, Simka’s sister was stolen by wild orcs. When the neutral city of Morgenzan refuses to help, Simka goes on a rescue mission—but she can’t find the orc camp alone. Corporal Jar’kel, a grouchy old troll with a broken tusk, has been sent to the frigid Blue Crags to help defend a valuable mine against the wild orcs...age difference · monsters · fated-mates · pregnancy · height-difference · magic · breeding · fantasy · dual-pov · paranormal
