Top new romance books out this week: 16 Mar - 22 Mar 2025
Last updated:
March 22, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Suzanne Collins, Rina Kent, Holly Renee, Jillian West, Catherine Cowles, Sarah Blue, Ursa Dax, Elizabeth Stephens, Rebel Bloom, Sadie Moss and many more.
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Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
The phenomenal fifth book in the Hunger Games series! When you've been set up to lose everything you love, what is there left to fight for? As the day dawns on the fiftieth annual Hunger Games, fear grips the districts of Panem. This year, in honor of the Quarter Quell, twice as many tributes will be taken from their homes...young adult · dystopian · non-hea · graphic-violence · death · suicide · abuse-non-mc · futuristic · survival · usa -
Kiss the Villain by Rina Kent
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rina Kent comes a scorching standalone professor/student dark MM romance set in the world of Legacy of Gods. My darkness meets a darker soul. I’m a golden boy. A genius law student, the heir to the Carson empire, and the dutiful son. Or, at least, that's what it looks like from the outside...m-m · dark · age difference · queer · new adult · contemporary · queer-awakening · from hate to love · college · dub-con -
The Rivaled Crown by Holly Renee
I swore I would never return to this palace. Never kneel before my father again.But I have been dragged back into his gilded cage, trapped beneath his rule, and bound to a fate I had tried to escape. My body is his to break, my magic his to wield...fantasy · dual-pov · from hate to love · fated-mates · found-family · fae · paranormal · m-f · childfree-couple · abuse -
Unexpected Delivery by Jillian West
ArborI have to get out before it's too late.Biding my time until I can make a clean escape is the safest option, especially because my ex grows more volatile with every passing day. Unfortunately, by the time I find a window to put my plans in motion, I'm already thirty-eight weeks pregnant.It doesn't matter if it's an inconvenient time for a move across the country... -
Beautiful Exile by Catherine Cowles
I should’ve known Lincoln Pierce was trouble from the moment I held my knife to his throat.I’ve been running for most of my life, hiding away in a small town and hoping no one discovers who I truly am. The only problem is that I can never let anyone know the real me. Or at least that was true until my brother moved his best friend onto our shared property... -
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Mile High Heat by Sarah Blue
Broken-hearted and packless, I brave traveling across the country as a single Omega desperate for a fresh start.Too bad my traitorous body goes into heat mid flight. I’m almost positive they’ll make an emergency medical landing and I’ll be sedated for my heat.But I find an unlikely knight in shining Alpha armor—the plane’s captain...omegaverse · contemporary · reverse harem · poly · alpha male · creative-anatomy · north-america · usa · pennsylvania · super rich hero -
Wanted by the Alien Warden by Ursa Dax
A rough and tumble alien warden, a curvy human woman who refuses to be cowed, and the temptation that turns both their worlds upside down... I've worked so hard to establish the human-Zabrian mail-order bride program. I think I've done a pretty good job, too. Until a bombshell gets dropped: The ranching outpost planet I've sent the human brides to is a penal colony... -
The Bone King and the Starling by Elizabeth Stephens
They call him the bone king.A massive, beast of a male who worships the gods and is all too willing to provide them their sacrifices. Human sacrifices. He and his warriors have come to visit Winterbren, a poor little village on the outskirts of Wrath and my home.I’ve never been more grateful to be a thrall, for my low status will ensure that I remain outside of his notice...fantasy · alpha male · bwwm · age difference · vikings · multicultural · possessive hero · dark · captive · historical -
My Ex's Roommates by Rebel Bloom
I went from college royalty to campus outcast the second my quarterback boyfriend dumped me—and now I’m stuck living with his ex-roommates who hate my guts.To them, I’m the spoiled princess who ruined their season when Jake bailed to another team. But I’m no princess. I clawed my way up from nothing, and I’m not about to let these three bring me to my knees...sports · new adult · reverse harem · forced proximity · from hate to love · contemporary · poly · humor · football · college -
Craving Their Omega by Sadie Moss
I tried to hide my Omega status…But when three billionaire Alphas ask me to be their fake wife, I can’t say no.As a secret Omega living as a Beta, I’ve worked hard to build a good life and escape my past. So when I land a job as the assistant to three powerful Alpha billionaires, I focus on keeping my head down—despite the way their intoxicating scents make my head spin... -
My Silver Lining by Laura Pavlov
A Small Town, Fake Dating, Enemies to Lovers, Standalone Romance from USA Today and Amazon #1 Bestselling Author, Laura Pavlov. Lulu Sonnet is the bane of my existence.She’s caused me more physical pain than any man should ever endure...contemporary · new adult · dual-pov · first-person-pov · small town · usa · california · north-america · m-f · famous heroine -
Morally Grey by Lauren Biel
When the rich do it, it’s business. When the poor do it, it’s a crime.GreyI took revenge on a broken financial system, never expecting that my biggest problem would be the woman who locked me in her basement afterward.She wants one the reward money for turning me in. Unfortunately for her, we have more in common than she thinks...from hate to love · contemporary · dark · suspense · humor · angst · m-f · forced proximity · switch · bondage -
Falling Overboard by Sariah Wilson
Forbidden love on the sun-kissed Mediterranean. Regardless of the risks, it’s easy to get swept away in a breathtaking romance by Sariah Wilson, the USA Today bestselling author of Hypnotized by Love.Lucky Salerno’s dream is to own a bakery. To earn enough money to achieve it, she has secured a lucrative job as chief stewardess on a superyacht cruising the Mediterranean... -
A Little Broken by Kelsie Rae
I should’ve known Tatum Taylor was nothing but a pretty little liar when I caught her trying to sneak into my concert.After I let her into the arena, then saw her in the crowd, I couldn’t help but invite her onto the stage and take a birthday shot with her.We spent one night together before I asked for her number and she warned me to keep my distance.She’s engaged, after all...contemporary · rockstars · friends to lovers · sports · new adult · dual-pov · hockey · length-long · audiobook · explicit-open-door -
Murder by Memory by Olivia Waite
Becky Chambers meets Miss Marple in this sci-fi ode to the cozy mystery, helmed by a formidable no-nonsense auntie of a detectiveA mind is a terrible thing to erase..science fiction · f-f · queer · mystery · futuristic · competent heroine · heroine sleuth · audiobook · glimpses-kisses · non-hea -
Hot Air by Marcy Dermansky
A joyfully unhinged story of money, marriage, sex, and revenge unspools when a billionaire crashes his hot air balloon into the middle of a post-pandemic first date.Joannie hasn’t been on a date in seven years when Johnny invites Joannie and her daughter to dinner... -
Built by Magic by Jenna Wolfhart
When expert archer Frida decides to join the family Assassin’s Guild, she’s given an induction task. She’s to track down an orc named Rune and steal his dragon. And if she brings the guild his head, even better. But when she finds Rune, there’s no dragon. Only a grumpy orc, hidden in the forest and building homes for the folk of the nearby villages...fantasy · paranormal · from hate to love · magic · monsters · high fantasy · orcs · m-f · grumpy sunshine · caretaking -
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry
Inspired by a true literary mystery, New York Times bestselling author of the mesmerizing The Secret Book of Flora Lea returns with the sweeping story of a legendary book, a lost mother, and a daughter’s search for them both.In 1927, eight-year-old Clara Harrington’s magical childhood shatters when her mother, renowned author, Bronwyn Newcastle Fordham, disappears off the coast of South Carolina... -
The Knotty Omega by Jessica Winters
Cady has her dream job. Her dedication to her career and omega designation makes her uniquely qualified to write the advice column that’s turned into a national The Knotty Omega.The cute beta at work keeps flirting with her, and while she wishes things could be different, the beta has a bite mark- he’s already bonded to a pack.And a pack is the last thing Cady wants...omegaverse · humor · length-medium · alpha male · creative-anatomy · poly · bisexual · queer · dual-pov · first-person-pov -
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Love, Rebooted by Katy Summers, Emily Atack, Stuart Martin
Listening Length 9 hours and 41 minutesFRIENDS. RIVALS. LOVERS.Liv’s happy with life in her thirties. She has two cats, one BFF, and no boyfriend, which is just how she likes it. Plus, she loves working at a not-for-profit software company where she can be her authentically autistic self. This is her happy ever after... -
Never The Best by Maya Alden
She was never just a bet. She was always the best.I’m Rhett Vanderbilt, and it’s time to make things right.When I was seventeen, I made a terrible mistake. What started as a reckless, heartless bet spiraled into something far worse. Pearl Beaumont was awkward, sweet, and hopelessly trusting—and I took advantage of every bit of it...from hate to love · office · georgia · usa · betrayal · eating disorder · fatphobia · cruel hero · super rich hero · childfree-couple -
The Love We Found by Jill Santopolo
The long-awaited follow-up to the Reese’s Book Club pick and New York Times bestselling global phenomenon The Light We Lost: a thrilling love story about the roles fate and choice play in shaping a life.It’s been ten years. In case you’re out there somewhere. In case you’re listening, I’m here. And I have so much to tell you... -
Ill Will by Elle Rivers
Ever since she stole a house from her brother Calvin, things have been tough for Amy Willard. Her job at her parents’ company barely pays enough to live on and her chronic condition keeps her buried in medical debt; she’s barely hanging on to her gram’s historic house that she loves dearly...contemporary · new adult · marriage of convenience · humor · length-medium · north-america · usa · tennessee · first-person-pov · m-f -
Pomona Afton Can So Solve a Murder by Bellamy Rose
A spoiled heiress must investigate her grandmother’s death in order to gain back her trust fund, all while discovering how to be her own person and maybe even in falling in love in this rom-com meets murder mystery...contemporary · mystery · humor · heroine sleuth · suspense · length-medium · glimpses-kisses · audiobook -
For Wrath and Redemption: Alternative Cover Edition by Brit Benson
This temptation is my punishment.His redemption is my penance.Jonah Hendrix is the bad boy of the music industry.As lead guitarist of The Hometown Heartless, negative press follows him like a scorned lover,And even his fans fuel the flames of his torched reputation.Despite his permanent residence in the media,He’s never been on my radar... -
A Seduction Of Death by B.M. Clemton
Human. Umbra Hunter. Demon. Everything we know is about to change. We've tried so hard to keep the Devil at bay, remove the Seniorem's corruption, and restore its true purpose. But with the betrayal and deception of a trusted brother and friend, I fear all our efforts will be wasted. The Devil is on our doorstep, and he wants what he can’t have... -
Men of the Harem, Vol. 2 by Alphatart, Herelee, Yeongbin
The five men of Latil's harem have been chosen! From the shy, puppy-like Guesta to the brash and cunning Tasir, Latil's consorts run the gamut, alike only in their across-the-board beauty. And between keeping the intraharem relations in check and choosing a man to spend her first night with, the emperor has her hands full... -
Veiled Calls at Twilight by Kira Stanley
Growing up with an unconventional mom was hard. Her days were spent performing romani rituals in the kitchen, with the occasional pointed reminder of my wasted potential. Instead of listening, I would just roll my eyes as I focused on getting my masters in order to build a new life for us.Then she died... -
Killer Potential by Hannah Deitch
Darkly funny and provocative, this edge-of-your-seat thrill ride follows two unlikely fugitives—an SAT tutor who finds her rich employers brutally murdered and the bound woman she frees from their mansion—an irresistible debut novel perfect for fans of The Guest and My Sister, the Serial KillerA scholarship kid with straight As and big dreams, Evie Gordon always thought she was special, that... -
Working For The Summer by Nicole Dykes
BlakeIt’s summer again on campus, and I’m supposed to hire two newbies to get us through the season. All I’m looking for is someone who knows what they’re doing and who can follow directions. Should be easy. I like to keep things simple. But when I decide to hire Clayton, it turns out to be anything but simple. Clayton I need a job for the summer, and I’ve decided not to go back home to Kensley... -
A Forgotten Mistake by Alice Winters
LiamDespite winning Gabriel’s heart, my trials are not yet over when I’m stuck competing with Gabriel’s cat for his affection (why is she only evil when he’s not looking?), dealing with coworkers trying to befriend me (I should have blackmailed more of them), and worst of all... meeting Gabriel’s parents (whose affection I will win with lavish presents).Oh, and hunting down another killer...suspense · contemporary · mystery · dark · queer · found-family · betrayal · men in uniform · m-m · humor -
Code Word Romance by Carlie Walker
One fake prime minister, one ridiculously hot handler, and one Italian summer collide in this thrilling adventure rom-com.Max is just your average girl. She works odd jobs, has a soul-crushing amount of debt, and happens to bear an uncanny resemblance to Europe’s youngest female prime minister, Sofia Christensen...contemporary · suspense · humor · mystery · forced proximity · bodyguard-hero · m-f · military · length-medium · audiobook -
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun Vol. 8 by Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou, st
CAUGHT IN THE SPIDER'S WEBIn the aftermath of the censer's spell, Mo Ran awakens on Dragonblood Mountain beside a slumbering Chu Wanning, everything between them forever changed. Yet before he can explain himself, Hua Binan--the mastermind behind their plight--arrives on the scene and kidnaps Chu Wanning, leaving Mo Ran utterly alone...fantasy · historical · m-m · age difference · queer · paranormal · urban fantasy · dark · angst · high fantasy -
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Beach Vibes by Susan Mallery
What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend?While Beth is proud of her Malibu beach shop, Surf Sandwiches, she's even prouder of her charismatic brother, Rick, who rose from foster care all the way through surgical residency. She makes subs, he saves lives. Things takes a turn for the happy after she finds out Rick is dating her new best friend, Jana... -
Beach Vibes by Susan Mallery
What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend?While Beth is proud of her Malibu beach shop, Surf Sandwiches, she's even prouder of her charismatic brother, Rick, who rose from foster care all the way through surgical residency. She makes subs, he saves lives. Things takes a turn for the happy after she finds out Rick is dating her new best friend, Jana... -
Airhead by Avery Flynn
The night in 1982 that changed everything… There is no way I can resist avenging my sister's broken heart by filling her cheating boyfriend's bitchin' DeLorean with extra buttered movie popcorn, a half-melted Snickers, and the contents of one shaken can of Tab.There's only one six-foot-six-inch problem. It's not The Creep's car. It's Frank "The Airhead" Hartigan’s...humor · from hate to love · length-short · 20th century · audiobook · explicit-open-door · new adult · angst · m-f · forced proximity -
Fractured Future by J. Rose
From the bestselling author of Blackwood Institute and Sabre Security, J Rose, comes an all-new, dark reverse harem romance featuring a desperate heroine fleeing untold horrors and the complicated, morally grey security team who rescue her.Book one in a trilogy. Set in the J Rose shared universe. Full blurb to be revealed...suspense · found-family · siblings-bff · reverse harem · dark · betrayal · forced proximity · forbidden love · abuse · contemporary -
Fake It Like You Mean It by Megan Murphy
Fake dating, enemies to lovers, and a wonderfully unique forced proximity debut romance, perfect for fans of Elena Armas’s The American Roommate Experiment and Drew Barrymore’s classic rom-com Fifty First Dates. Elle’s grandmother Lovie has always taken care of her, as long as she can remember. But remembering is just the problem... -
Sent to a Fantasy World and Now All the Men Want Me: Volume 4 by Jaclyn Osborn
Life's hard for a muffin lord.Between running a super successful business and falling deeper in love with his men, all the while fretting over a possible war between two kingdoms, Evan has a lot on his plate. With the coming of spring, a festival is held in the kingdom, and Evan is asked to join the celebration. A nice distraction from everything else going on...m-m · fantasy · queer · historical · new adult · humor · magic · demons · grumpy sunshine · height-difference -
With You: A Without You Novella by Marley Valentine
From USA Today bestselling Author Marley Valentine comes an emotional and heartwarming follow-up to the much loved gay romance novel, Without You. "From tragedy to forever. Happily ever after is only the beginning."Deacon was the elusive boy next door, the older brother who had no time for his family, the man who moved away.I never imagined a world where he would also be the love of my life...m-m · queer · explicit-open-door · contemporary · found-family · dual-pov · first-person-pov · audiobook

