Top new romance books out this week: 27 Apr - 3 May 2025
Last updated:
May 3, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Ana Huang, Mariana Zapata, Meryl Wilsner, Jamie Applegate Hunter, L.J. Andrews, Onley James, Nolah Harker, Sonja Grey, Hannah Haze, Finley Fenn, Mike Gayle and many more.
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King of Envy by Ana Huang
He had everything he could’ve wanted…except her.Dangerous. Powerful. Reclusive.Vuk Markovic is notorious for shunning human interactions. The scarred billionaire rarely talks, and he has no interest in relationships outside his small but trusted circle.His only exception? Her. The beauty to his beast, the object of his obsession.He saw her first. He wanted her first...mafia · dark · contemporary · super rich hero · black-mc · bwwm · m-f · multicultural · disabilities and marks · north-america -
![The Things We Water by Mariana Zapata]()
The Things We Water by Mariana Zapata
Once upon a time, a girl found a magical puppy, and her life was never the same again.Nina Popoca needs help.So, so much of it.The only place she can find that help is on a sprawling ranch in Colorado. A place hiding more than a community filled with magical creatures trying to live their lives in safety and in peace. A village that might hold the answers to questions she’s had her entire life...fantasy · paranormal · urban fantasy · contemporary · m-f · open-door · magic · shapeshifters · werewolves · age difference -
![My Best Friend's Honeymoon by Meryl Wilsner]()
My Best Friend's Honeymoon by Meryl Wilsner
Meryl Wilsner's spicy romance, their first with a nonbinary lead, where two lifelong best friends go on a nonrefundable honeymoon together and discover sometimes to find a happily ever after, you just have to ask.Elsie Hoffman has been engaged to her college boyfriend for a year and a half. Ginny Holtz has been in love with Elsie for almost a decade and a half...f-f · queer · new adult · contemporary · humor · friends to lovers · forced proximity · length-medium · m-f-x · anal sex -
![Obsessively Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter]()
Obsessively Yours by Jamie Applegate Hunter
Obsessively Yours is a standalone novel in a series of interconnected standalones. While the books may contain mild spoilers for each other, the plots are not that serious, and the books can be read in any order...fantasy · fae · magic · m-f · class difference · grumpy sunshine · caretaking · forbidden love · friends to lovers · other-man-woman -
![Broken Souls and Bones by L.J. Andrews]()
Broken Souls and Bones by L.J. Andrews
Together they’ll restore a divided kingdom—or burn it down—in this new romantasy from USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation LJ Andrews. Lyra Bien intended to live a quiet life to avoid the attention of the magic-obsessed king in the fortress of Stonegate...fantasy · magic · from hate to love · high fantasy · new adult · fated-mates · vikings · paranormal · forced proximity · found-family -
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![Vengeful Bonds: Season Two by Onley James, Nolah Harker]()
Vengeful Bonds: Season Two by Onley James, Nolah Harker
In a world rigidly defined by secondary genders, a political storm brews, challenging the traditional alpha-dominated order with progressive ideals. Amidst this upheaval, eight strangers unite against Cerberus, a corrupt power broker. Their mission, born from loss, forges an unexpected bond, transcending societal norms... -
![Born into Darkness: A Dark Mafia Romance by Sonja Grey]()
Born into Darkness: A Dark Mafia Romance by Sonja Grey
She’s my light in the darkness. Maxim:Kidnapped, tortured, and chained to a wall… It’s not at all how I imagined meeting the love of my life.Music has always been my passion, but as soon as I see Talia Medvedev, I know things have changed. I become obsessed, and instead of the familiar black-and white keys, it’s her body I want to play—her moans, the beautiful music I want to hear... -
![Storm of Shadows by Hannah Haze]()
Storm of Shadows by Hannah Haze
Nine years ago, my sister died at Firestone Academy.At least, that's what they claim. I don't believe their lies about a tragic accident.Now I've come to face the trials myself - tests that will determine which Quarter I'll serve for the rest of my days. But I have other plans...fantasy · reverse harem · paranormal · dark · abuse · from hate to love · high fantasy · magic · shapeshifters · werewolves -
![The Artist and the Orc by Finley Fenn]()
The Artist and the Orc by Finley Fenn
She spent a night with a monster. Then she saw his face…In a world of orcs and men, artist Daisy Carlyle is about to lose her career, her relationship, and all her dreams. And when she seeks refuge in a deep cave, she just wants a moment alone to draw, to escape…Until the cave collapses, and traps her inside.With an orc... -
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![The One That Got Away: A Short Story by Mike Gayle]()
The One That Got Away: A Short Story by Mike Gayle
From bestselling author Mike Gayle, a story about exes and how to get over them. Or not.Reuben thought he’d spend the rest of his life with Beth, until she broke his heart six months ago. He’s not even remotely over her, so he’s devastated to hear she’s getting married—this weekend... -
![Conquering Reality & Other Misconduct by Annette Marie, Rob Jacobsen]()
Conquering Reality & Other Misconduct by Annette Marie, Rob Jacobsen
Conman, jailbird, rookie, agent, fugitive…I’ve worn a whole lot of labels over the past year. But the Consilium, AKA the heinous secret league of power-hungry psychos that has been covertly pulling the world’s strings for decades, has slapped a few more on me: abnormality, keystone of evil, and my personal favorite, “annoying pest that keeps escaping our clutches... -
![Married to the Alien Mountain Man by Ursa Dax]()
Married to the Alien Mountain Man by Ursa Dax
An alien mountain man longing for a wife, the human woman who crashes into his world, and the fake marriage of convenience that feels just a bit too real...For most of my life, my beloved ship has been my home. So when I’m forced into a rough emergency landing among the mountains of a planet I’ve never heard of, I’m determined to get her up and running again as quickly as possible... -
![Play with the Phantom by Amanda Richardson]()
Play with the Phantom by Amanda Richardson
She has no idea she’s being hunted… or that the Phantom has already claimed her. AriI thought I wanted stability—security—someone safe. For two years, I convinced myself Asher—my polished, predictable, perfect boyfriend—was enough.Until the letters started. Cryptic. Obsessive. Meant only for me.Then, I meet Asher’s twin. Maddox Cross. A name no one speaks. A convicted felon... -
![The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin]()
The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In the wake of tragedy, a group of friends makes a pact that will cause them to reunite a decade later and embark upon a life-changing adventure together—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Meant to Be.“Juicy, page-turning escapism... -
![Taming the Heart by Elliott Rose]()
Taming the Heart by Elliott Rose
In this steamy age-gap, forbidden-love cowboy romance for fans of Lyla Sage, Bailey Hannah, and Elsie Silver, a free spirit finds herself working for a former pro bull rider... who has secrets behind those ocean-deep eyes...cowboys · western · age difference · contemporary · office · dual-pov · first-person-pov · m-f · forbidden love · other-man-woman -
![A Mind of Her Own: A Novel by Danielle Steel]()
A Mind of Her Own: A Novel by Danielle Steel
Rising above the devastation of World War I, a young half-French, half-American woman remains true to her own independent spirit in this powerful historical novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel.Alexandra Bouvier is born in Paris in 1900, at the dawn of a new century... -
![Space Daddy's Guide to the Galaxy by C. Rochelle]()
Space Daddy's Guide to the Galaxy by C. Rochelle
ZiggyI should have known my scientifically-minded, superpowered Earthling would find a way to permanently attach himself to my borrowed heart.Since Micah Salah is the most impressive creature in all the galaxies.He’s my stellar collision, my babygirl, my equal in all things, and the only one who truly knows me and all my secrets.Well… most of them...m-m · aliens · fantasy · queer · contemporary · paranormal · shapeshifters · science fiction · found-family · superheroes -
![The Romance in Duet Collection by Lauren Blakely]()
The Romance in Duet Collection by Lauren Blakely
A one-of-a-kind collection of five bestselling standalone romances from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely!In Romance in Duet, you’ll get a fake fiancé/marriage of convenience romance in The Almost Romantic, a workplace romance in Satisfaction Guaranteed, a friends-to-lovers/spicy lessons romance in Best Laid Plans, a rivals-to-lovers romance in A Real Good Bad Thing and a swoony forbidden... -
![Seal My Fate: A Spicy Dark Academia Romance by Roxy Sloane]()
Seal My Fate: A Spicy Dark Academia Romance by Roxy Sloane
'Oxford, England. The city of dreaming spires, dark secrets... And desire.' Discover the thrilling final book in the blazing hot dark academia romance trilogy from USA Today bestselling author Roxy Sloane - perfect for fans of Ana Huang, Emily McIntire, and Lauren Asher! I came to Oxford to avenge my sister, but instead, I found a web of lies.Ancient loyalties. Fortunes built on sin...dark · contemporary · mystery · suspense · super rich hero · age difference · new adult · college · fantasy · bdsm -
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![Hardly a Gentleman by Eloisa James]()
Hardly a Gentleman by Eloisa James
New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James returns to the Accidental Brides series with a romance about a forced marriage between a feisty heroine and a Scottish laird... neither of whom have plans to marry, let alone fall in love.Desperate after her Season comes to a spectacularly disastrous end, the Honorable Miss Clara Vetry jumps into a carriage hired to take a housekeeper to Scotland...historical · regency · length-medium · arranged marriage · highlander · boss & employee · m-f · scotland · europe · british-isles -
![Play It Off by Monica Murphy]()
Play It Off by Monica Murphy
From bestselling author Monica Murphy comes a sweet, sexy story about the secret crush between a college QB and his teammate’s sister, and the obvious chemistry that keeps them in the huddle.SiennaI’ve had a thing for Gavin Maddox ever since I was a freshman, but it’s a mission doomed to fail...sports · football · found-family · college · athletes · dual-pov · siblings-bff · new adult · secret-relationship · forbidden love -
![Obliterate by Gemma Weir]()
Obliterate by Gemma Weir
Obliterate – to destroy utterly; wipe out. When our eyes met across a crowded room, I recognized her. The most familiar stranger I’veever seen. It doesn’t matter who she is, or where she came from, because I know exactly whereshe belongs—with me.She’s beautiful, perfect, and apparently already taken. But I won’t let something asinconsequential as a boyfriend stop me from claiming her... -
![Oblivion by Gemma Weir]()
Oblivion by Gemma Weir
I knew she was mine the very first time I saw her. But it wasn’t love at first sight; it was the instantaneousknowledge that she belonged to me.But I’m Evan Morris, the Prince, the heir, the monster; and I ruin everything I touch.So, I looked, but never allowed myself to claim; because I refuse to ruin her.Sammy Hartley is the very best of us. She’s brave, strong, wild and free...super rich hero · breeding · found-family · friends to lovers · dark · new adult · forced proximity · college · pregnancy · somnophilia -
![Saved by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir]()
Saved by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Beautiful, rude and incredibly obnoxious, Teddy Barnett is wanted by every woman in Rockhead Point, and as far as I’m concerned, they’re welcome to him. He made me an offer that I easily refused. Only now he’s changed his mind about what he wants from me, and he’s determined to make me change mine too... -
![Blade: Contemporary Biker Romance by Gemma Weir]()
Blade: Contemporary Biker Romance by Gemma Weir
NikkiThe past is called the past for a reason. Two years, four months, and three days ago, I walked away from my life to save myself. I’ve moved on, but never forward. I don’t want to look back; all I want is my sister and to get the hell out of Archer’s Creek – but he won’t let me. Always there, he refuses to let my secrets stay hidden. He’s not my old, opinionated, and dangerous – I hate him... -
![Loving the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir]()
Loving the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Gorgeous, sweet and far too flirtatious, Cody Barnett is absolutely adorable. The perfect guy for some lucky girl, just not me. I’m only in Rockhead Point to get to know my sister. I have a boyfriend, a job and a life, hours away from this tiny mountain town... -
![Echo: A Motorcycle Club Contemporary Romance by Gemma Weir]()
Echo: A Motorcycle Club Contemporary Romance by Gemma Weir
EchoI’m a Doomsday Sinner. A biker to my very soul.Women have always been the same—interchangeable.Until her.She loves my control and craves my touch.Now she’s mine. I’ve claimed her in every way possible and I won’t let anything, least of all her, tear us apart.OliviaI was on the holiday of a lifetime, until I ended up stranded in Archer’s Creek... -
![Belonging to the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir]()
Belonging to the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Huge, brooding and completely uninterested, Bay Barnett is the perfect guy; only he’s not looking for his perfect woman. He walked into my life when everything was falling apart and I needed someone to help me put myself back together. Only it turns out, this brother isn’t interested in a fixer-upper...age difference · contemporary · insta-love · breeding · alpha male · virgin heroine · fated-mates · pregnancy · dual-pov · bdsm -
![Obligation by Gemma Weir]()
Obligation by Gemma Weir
Obligation - an act or course of action to which a person is morally or legallybound; a duty or commitment. As soon as I saw her, I knew exactly who she was. A snake, born with venom inher blood and poison in her veins.I’m Clay Jansen, a king among men. But wearing the crown means dealing withthe duty and expectation that’s been mine since birth... -
![Owned by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir]()
Owned by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Huge, muscled and sexy in plaid, Huck Barnett is one of the most beautiful men I’ve ever seen. Every woman in Rockhead Point wants a taste of the mountain man. Including me.Except, after a drunken girls’ night out, instead of waking up with him in my bed, I wake up with a killer hangover and an inbox full of his texts telling me how reckless and dangerous my antics are... -
![Echo & Liv: An Archer's Creek Novella by Gemma Weir]()
Echo & Liv: An Archer's Creek Novella by Gemma Weir
Sometimes life isn’t as simple as happily ever after.LivEcho saw me and from that moment on I was his, whether I knew it or not.But I’m not the same girl I was when we met.I grew up, we grew up, and something changed.I miss him.I miss his bossy, alpha ways. I miss our games.I want my pain in the ass biker back.I hope he still wants me.. -
![Blaze by Gemma Weir]()
Blaze by Gemma Weir
Everyone in Rockhead Point watched in fascination as the Barnett brothers found their women, and their happily ever afters.But I’m not a Barnett.I’m not destined, or cursed to fall in love at first sight.So why when she walks in the room, do I feel the sudden urge to claim a woman I don’t know, as mine?With her, I need to control, to possess and own.Letting her go, isn’t an option...insta-love · contemporary · breeding · age difference · men in uniform · alpha male · m-f · angst · possessive hero · fated-mates -
![Flame by Gemma Weir]()
Flame by Gemma Weir
Everyone in Rockhead Point watched in fascination as the Barnett brothers found their women, and their happilyever afters.But I’m not a Barnett.I don’t believe in love at first sight, and I’m not interested in finding my forever.Until my past invades my present... -
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![Smoke by Gemma Weir]()
Smoke by Gemma Weir
SmokeI know women. I love them and they love me.I don’t chase them; they line up and I pick out whichever takes my fancy.Only now there’s her.She’s unimpressed, disinterested. She’s different and I can’t look away.I don’t understand her, but I need to make her look. I need to make her see me and then never look away again...alpha male · contemporary · from hate to love · bikers · cheating · dark · bad boys · erotica · other-man-woman · length-medium -
![Kept by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir]()
Kept by the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Kind, insistent and refusing to go away, Granger Barnett is one of the most gorgeous men I’ve ever met. I imagine every woman in Rockhead Point wants a taste of the mountain man. Except me.When my RV breaks down, he shows up like the good Samaritan ready to save me, only I’m not looking for a hero...age difference · contemporary · insta-love · alpha male · forced proximity · m-f · breeding · dual-pov · somnophilia · fated-mates -
![Discovering Nicola by Clare Ashton]()
Discovering Nicola by Clare Ashton
Sparks fly between Nicola Albright KC and Geeta Sachdeva, but not the good kind. They’re the sort that leave small fires, devastation, and everyone peeping between their fingers at arrogant lawyer, Nicola, on one side, and everyone’s favourite mum, Geeta, on the other... -
![The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner]()
The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner
“Sarah Penner transported me to the sea-swept cliffs of Positano and introduced me to characters I’ll never forget. A magical read!”—Emilia Hart, New York Times bestselling author of The SirensPowerful witchcraft. A hunt for sunken treasure. Forbidden love on the high seas...fantasy · mystery · historical · witches · magic · paranormal · suspense · contemporary · length-medium · behind-doors -
![One Love by Matt Cain]()
One Love by Matt Cain
A witty, moving, wonderfully honest novel that explores a decades-spanning friendship that might be something much more, from the acclaimed author of The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle and Becoming Ted. Twenty years after they first met, Danny and Guy are returning to the confetti-strewn streets of the Gay Village for Manchester Pride... -
![Between Hate and Desire by Brooke Montgomery, Brooke Fox]()
Between Hate and Desire by Brooke Montgomery, Brooke Fox
I saw her first.Blonde. Gorgeous. Feisty.I was captivated.But it doesn’t matter because hours later, she walks out of my roommate’s bedroom half naked, and I know I’ve lost my chance.Now, we’re forced to live together and constantly bicker about everything. Though I purposely get under her skin, I can’t stop thinking about her in all the wrong ways... -
![Making Out With Mermaids by Hazel Mack]()
Making Out With Mermaids by Hazel Mack
A little freedom is all I want. That and a friend or two. But I settle for escaping to Higher Grounds coffee shop instead. I lose myself in my artwork, and for a few hours each day I can forget about how trapped I feel in the merkingdom, the unwanted and inconvenient niece of an angry, bitter king...monsters · humor · paranormal · fantasy · length-medium · magic · vampires · m-f · alpha male · sweet-hero
