Top new romance books out this week: 16 Jun - 22 Jun 2024
Last updated:
June 22, 2024
This week featuring new releases by Helen Scheuerer, Lauren Asher, Elliott Rose, Layla Fae, Jillian West, Kat Singleton, Laura Hankin, Alicia Thompson, Sierra Simone, Gigi Styx and many more.
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Shadow & Storms by Helen Scheuerer
“She was ready to shed blood, ready to take back what was hers. ”. The time has come to make one last stand against the forces of cursed men and monsters. But Thea’s enemies are only getting stronger. With allies divided and an outnumbered army, she must race against her own fate to secure the future of the midrealms – or die trying. A prophecy is looming, and Thea’s life is in the balance...fantasy · found-family · magic · political-intrigue · paranormal · new adult · monsters · m-f · hurt-comfort · vengeance -
![Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher]()
Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher
Rafael. Ellie Sinclair is a hopeless romantic who writes love songs. I'm a struggling workaholic who could inspire a hundred breakup albums. On paper, we have nothing in common except for my son. For eight months, I avoid her until our summer trip. Fourteen days. Two islands. And one nanny I shouldn't be attracted to... -
![Chasing The Wild by Elliott Rose]()
Chasing The Wild by Elliott Rose
From international best-selling author Elliott Rose comes a new forbidden-love series. .. What happens when you’re snowed in on a mountain ranch, with the one man you definitely should not be fantasizing about? I’ve always done what was expected of me. Layla Birch, the good girl. Forced to grow up too fast. To take care of everything myself. I had a plan. Only, I didn’t count on him...age difference · forced proximity · cowboys · western · erotica · contemporary · new adult · m-f · boss & employee · grumpy sunshine -
![Devil's Deal by Layla Fae]()
Devil's Deal by Layla Fae
The devil craves my soul. It calls to him like the scent of fresh blood. I am not afraid. The night of summer solstice, I do something stupid. Drawn to the fire of magic, I approach the gods in their sacred circle. I am just a mortal, one of many. I shouldn’t merit their attention. But behind the royal figures of the gods a shadow looms, menacing yellow eyes burning in its gloom...dark · virgin heroine · height-difference · fantasy · monsters · horror · paranormal · tortured heroine · poor heroine · gifted heroine -
![All In by Jillian West]()
All In by Jillian West
Laken Spencer is doing just fine on her own. She's a little lonely from dealing with a bad break up, but she's making do. Until she's taken by some truly terrible men when they mistake her for her sister. Ranger Cavanaugh and his team at Assurance Security are known for getting the job done... -
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![Bright Lights and Summer Nights by Kat Singleton]()
Bright Lights and Summer Nights by Kat Singleton
Summer nights can be full of surprises. As a single, unemployed, and unapologetic twenty-five year old mess, I came to the Hamptons this summer for one reason—to focus on myself and work out my quarter-life crisis. I didn’t come here planning to sneak into a private party and meet a handsome stranger... -
![One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin]()
One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin
A struggling writer is forced to walk down the aisle at her best friend’s wedding with the man who gave her book a very public one-star rating in this fresh romantic comedy from Laura Hankin. Natalie and Rob couldn’t have less in common. Nat’s a messy artist, and Rob’s a rigid academic. The only thing they share is their devotion to their respective best friends—who just got engaged... -
![The Art of Catching Feelings by Alicia Thompson]()
The Art of Catching Feelings by Alicia Thompson
A professional baseball player and his heckler prove that true love is worth going to bat for in the next swoony romance by USA Today bestselling author Alicia Thompson. Daphne Brink doesn’t follow baseball, but watching “America’s Snoozefest” certainly beats sitting at home in the days after she signs her divorce papers... -
![Honey Cut by Sierra Simone]()
Honey Cut by Sierra Simone
I have one job in this arranged marriage, and that’sto seduce my husband. It should be easy; I’m the heiress to a transatlantic fortune, bred and raised to make a good match. I’ve spent a lifetime building up my endurance, my discipline, my dedication to my god and my church...bdsm · suspense · m-m-f · contemporary · poly · queer · age difference · arranged marriage · dark · love triangle -
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![Breaking Rosalind by Gigi Styx]()
Breaking Rosalind by Gigi Styx
I wove a deadly web, but it became my trap. Rosalind. I’m a cold-blooded killer, a femme fatale with a long list of victims. My latest target being Cesare Montesano. I must kill him and his brothers to protect my innocent young daughter. He catches me in the middle of the mission, but I’m not scared. I might be his prisoner yet I’m not without weapons...suspense · mafia · contemporary · bdsm · from hate to love · found-family · dark · length-epic · m-f · forced proximity -
![Grumpy Makes Three by Rebel Bloom]()
Grumpy Makes Three by Rebel Bloom
𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞. . -
![Dead of Summer by A.J. Merlin]()
Dead of Summer by A.J. Merlin
Camp Friends Are Forever Friends. Or so the motto of Camp Crestview says. Having been a camp counselor for the last three summers, I can handle most situations that come my way courtesy of rowdy children. This year shouldn’t be any different, even with a new counselor who’s everyone’s type and too good to be true. But even so, Kayde Lane is nothing I can’t deal with...contemporary · forced proximity · m-f · somnophilia · suspense · from hate to love · horror · bondage · praise-kink · dark -
![A Madness of Crows by Evelyn Flood]()
A Madness of Crows by Evelyn Flood
No longer an heir. No longer a daughter. No longer a Crow. Now, I am a wife. An accessory. A toy. Ripped away from the men I love, they want to break me. Strip away everything that made me into who I am, and create something new. I was Caterina Corvo. But now, I am Caterina Asante. For them, I will fight. For her, I will endure... -
![How to Read a Book by Monica Wood]()
How to Read a Book by Monica Wood
A charming, deeply moving novel about second chances, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories. Our Reasons meet us in the morning and whisper to us at night. Mine is an innocent, unsuspecting, eternally sixty-one-year-old woman named Lorraine Daigle…...contemporary · mature couple · christmas · small town · mystery · length-medium · audiobook · behind-doors · angst · m-f -
![Wreaking Havoc by Grae Bryan]()
Wreaking Havoc by Grae Bryan
Sascha has always felt powerless, the weak baby of a cruel family. But that’s fine. He has his looks, his ample allowance, and a smattering of one-night stands to keep him busy. But when Sascha’s oldest brother offends the wrong people, Sascha finds himself in hiding with a target on his back...paranormal · m-m · fantasy · demons · queer · caretaking · insta-love · anal sex · mafia · new-york-state -
![It Pains Me by Penelope Sky]()
It Pains Me by Penelope Sky
When Bolton asked for the open marriage I was revolted by it. But then I met Theo…and I didn’t know men like him could exist. Now he wants me all to himself. Do I forgive him…or do I stay?contemporary · mafia · super rich hero · m-f · length-medium · suspense · angst · cheating · other-man-woman · betrayal -
![Winter Lost by Patricia Briggs]()
Winter Lost by Patricia Briggs
Mercy Thompson, car mechanic and shapeshifter, must stop a disaster of world-shattering proportions in this exhilarating entry in the No. 1 New York Times bestselling series. In the supernatural realms, there are creatures who belong to winter. I am not one of them. But like the coyote I can become at will, I am adaptable...mystery · urban fantasy · shapeshifters · werewolves · vampires · magic · fantasy · fae · paranormal · non-human-heroine -
![Protect Me by Lauren Biel]()
Protect Me by Lauren Biel
Protect me is a LIGHT GRAY bodyguard romance novella standalone. He can protect me from everyone but himself. Isabella. Two weeks. The job is only for fourteen days. He’ll be on guard every minute of the day, trying to protect and preserve me. I don’t like being babysat, and I’m hell-bent on making him work to keep me safe... -
![Under Your Spell by Laura Wood]()
Under Your Spell by Laura Wood
The daughter of an aging rock star finds herself working for the hottest musician on the planet and is shocked when sparks start to fly—especially since she swore she’d never, ever date a celebrity—in this unputdownable romance. She wants three things. He isn’t one of them. .forced proximity · contemporary · humor · rockstars · m-f · sunny hero · curvy heroine · slow burn · insta-love · caretaking -
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![Golden Boy: Rhett and Tori by Abby Millsaps]()
Golden Boy: Rhett and Tori by Abby Millsaps
Golden Boy is a steamy, messy, new adult romance saga that includes the following individual. -When You're Home. -While You're There. -When You're Home for the Holidays. -When You're Gone. A soul-deep connection. An unconventional relationship with peculiar conditions. One unforgettable weekend that changes everything, forever... -
![Shadows in the Moonlight by Santa Montefiore, Erica Feberwee]()
Shadows in the Moonlight by Santa Montefiore, Erica Feberwee
When Pixie Tate is summoned to the wild Cornish coast to unravel a curious mystery at the stately St Sidwell Manor, she knows that something quite extraordinary must be hiding in its shadows. Over one hundred years ago, in the dark of night, a child vanished from his bed never to be seen again - and Pixie must now discover the truth of those final moonlit hours... -
![Hearts That Cut by Kika Hatzopoulou]()
Hearts That Cut by Kika Hatzopoulou
In this heart-pounding, much-anticipated sequel to Threads That Bind , Io will face threats even more dangerous and players even more powerful as she discovers what it will mean to follow—or defy—her fate. It’s been five weeks since Io left Alante to follow the golden thread, and she’s no closer to finding the god on the other end...fantasy · young adult · mystery · magic · urban fantasy · paranormal · ancient times · historical · length-medium · audiobook -
![Play Dead by Annabel Chase]()
Play Dead by Annabel Chase
In Fairhaven, there’s no rest for the wicked, the weary, or anyone in between. This time, the Wild Hunt is on its way to town, commanded by its ruthless leader who has a score to settle with Lorelei’s friend, the Night Mallt...urban fantasy · fantasy · paranormal · fae · magic · witches · vampires · demons · mystery · length-medium -
![Storm by Maya Alden]()
Storm by Maya Alden
She's a Little Tempest; but I am the Storm. Someone is trying to kill my sister, my brother-in-law, and my brother. Someone already killed my cousin and stepfather (not a big loss)—we suspect it is the Russian mob. And my mother has disappeared after telling us that my grandfather didn't die of natural causes... -
![A Beginner's Guide to Ghosts, Fallen Angels, and Other Afterlifers by Shannon Mae]()
A Beginner's Guide to Ghosts, Fallen Angels, and Other Afterlifers by Shannon Mae
Cassius is a quirky book shop owner who seems to see quite a bit of the paranormal world, including uptight angels, troublesome demons, and more than a few grumpy ghosts. Not many people are aware of his gift, however, but he always uses it to help those in need...paranormal · fantasy · demons · queer · m-m · angels · length-medium · contemporary · mystery · urban fantasy -
![New Nigeria County by Brittany Pressley, Clare Brown, Ayanna Dookie, Korey Jackson]()
New Nigeria County by Brittany Pressley, Clare Brown, Ayanna Dookie, Korey Jackson
When a white family moves to the affluent Black community of New Nigeria County, a “misunderstanding” between neighbors escalates until the entire town is swept up in the drama in this hilarious and whip-smart full-cast audiobook, written and performed by TikTok star Clare Brown. New Nigeria is a good, clean, All-American town... -
![Burn: Fury Brothers, Book 3 by Anna Hackett]()
Burn: Fury Brothers, Book 3 by Anna Hackett
I have one goal—arrest billionaire businessman Kavner Fury. I’m dedicated to my job as a Treasury agent, and taking down crooked financial criminals. Just like the one who destroyed my family. Kavner Fury is wealthy, powerful, and ambitious, a combination I know too well. He’s New Orleans’ favorite billionaire... -
![Tender Thorns by Albany Walker]()
Tender Thorns by Albany Walker
Nestled in the shadows of the Mori Forest lies The Ivy Institute. It may look like something out of a fairytale, but if the rumors are true, it’s where nightmares reign. The only way to get into the elite facility is by invitation and, once received, it’s impossible to refuse... -
![A Shore Thing by Joanna Lowell]()
A Shore Thing by Joanna Lowell
A delightful queer Victorian love story, featuring a boldly brash trans hero, the beguiling botanist who captures his heart, and a buoyant bicycle race by the British seaside -- from the author of The Duke Undone. Former painter and unreformed rake Kit Griffith is forging a new life in Cornwall, choosing freedom over an identity that didn't fit...victorian · historical · trans-hero · queer · humor · m-f · forced proximity · friends-benefits · secret-relationship · found-family -
![Masquerade of the Heart by Katy Rose Pool]()
Masquerade of the Heart by Katy Rose Pool
Cursebreaker Marlow Briggs must deal with the aftermath of her fake romance with one of the most powerful nobles in the illustrious—and deadly—Evergarden society , all while uncovering the mystery behind her mother's disappearance. T his edge-of-your-seat duology finale is perfect for fans of Veronica Mars , These Violent Delights, and Chain of Iron . Caraza sits poised on the edge of chaos... -
![Hearts on Thin Ice by Katie Kennedy]()
Hearts on Thin Ice by Katie Kennedy
A pro hockey player falls for an interior designer in this charming debut sports romance. For fans of Icebreaker and Set On You, this flirty workplace rom-com explores mental health, belonging, and finding your way in the world. Nick Sorensen had once been one of the fastest men in hockey—until the devastating plane crash that took the lives of his best friends, leaving him the only survivor... -
![Meet Me In The Dark by Jo Brenner]()
Meet Me In The Dark by Jo Brenner
Obsession tied them together. She won’t let anything tear them apart. For Micah, Luke, and Conor, there are no limits to what they’ll do to win Kara’s heart. Lie, cheat, steal…and kill. But just when it seems like they’ve succeeded, an old enemy strikes. The ex-Navy SEALs will do anything to keep Kara safe—including surrendering to the predator intent on destroying them... -
![All Our Tomorrows by Catherine Bybee]()
All Our Tomorrows by Catherine Bybee
From New York Times bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of a reluctant billionaire who takes on his father’s empire, its dark secrets, and a fiery assistant he can’t get out of his head. When Chase Stone’s estranged father dies, leaving his multibillion-dollar business to his children, no one is more surprised than him...contemporary · super rich hero · office · forced proximity · length-long · m-f · pregnancy · tycoon · third-person-pov · sassy heroine -
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![Tell Me How You Hate Me by Cali Melle]()
Tell Me How You Hate Me by Cali Melle
When life gives you your enemy, you make a deal with him…. Leo Wells is the last person I want to be skating with. He’s aloof, abrasive… and stupidly attractive. Nevermind the fact that I had a lapse in judgment one night with him in the past. We may not like each other, but I like winning more and if I want to do that, I need him. We need each other... -
![His Obsession by P. Rayne]()
His Obsession by P. Rayne
A dark contemporary billionaire romance featuring anti-hero, secret society and close proximity tropes from USA Today Bestselling duo P. Rayne. I spend my nights slinging drinks at Black Magic Bar or taking my clothes off at the local strip club. After my father passed, my stepmother gave me no other choice...tortured hero · found-family · super rich hero · contemporary · dark · paranormal · length-medium · m-f · small town · usa -
![Queen of Serpents and Shadows by Alexis Calder]()
Queen of Serpents and Shadows by Alexis Calder
Hope might not be enough this time. The fae king continues to claim victories and Nyx is awake. As if that wasn’t bad enough, the gods are after us and we’re running out of time. The Fae King has power he shouldn’t from a sorceress who holds the key. To defeat him, we have to go through her. But the gods are hunting us, and Nyx asked for me personally...shapeshifters · paranormal · fantasy · dark · ancient times · historical · vampires · horror · length-medium · audiobook -
![Healing Magic & Playboys by Lauren Connolly]()
Healing Magic & Playboys by Lauren Connolly
Ava Bellerose may use men to charge up her healing magic, but that doesn’t mean she wants to date one. She’s fine living life as a single witch working a day job as a college librarian and spending nights as the masked performer Pearl at The Jewelry Box. Every routine on the stage means more magic power in the bank, courtesy of the customers craving her body... -
![The Curse of Sins by Kate Dramis]()
The Curse of Sins by Kate Dramis
Stay anchored in the light, they told her. But what had the light ever done for her? After discovering she's prophesied to save the realm, Aya's duty should be clear: return home with once-sworn enemy Will to serve their queen in the coming war against a rival kingdom…one whose pursuit of dark magic could bring the realm to its knees...fantasy · magic · new adult · paranormal · from hate to love · dark · horror · length-epic · audiobook · explicit-open-door -
![Jackie by Dawn Tripp]()
Jackie by Dawn Tripp
In this mesmerizing novel about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, acclaimed author Dawn Tripp has crafted an intimate story of love and power, family and tragedy, loss and reinvention. The world has divided my life into three:. Life with Jack. Life with Onassis. Life as a woman who goes to work because she wants to. My life is all of these things, and it is none of these things... -
![Songbird of the Sorrows by Braidee Otto]()
Songbird of the Sorrows by Braidee Otto
Ask no questions. Obey your orders. Respect your masters. But most of all…Love no one. Born without breath, Aella’s life began with a solemn promise etched in fate. Ousted from the Palace of Sorrows and gifted to the Aviary at a young age, she was shaped to fit the mold they made for her. Spy. Thief. Princess. Songbird...fantasy · strong heroine · historical · new adult · high fantasy · magic · m-f · friends-benefits · abduction · political-intrigue
