Top new romance books out this week: 13 Jul - 19 Jul 2025
Last updated:
July 19, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Tessa Hale, Sarah Beth Durst, River Ramsey, Harper Lennox, S. Massery, Sara Hashem, Kalie Cassidy, Sangu Mandanna, Tate James, Nicole Fox, Nicole Fox and many more.
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Eclipsed Empire by Tessa Hale
One secret tore my life apart. It sent me running from the place I thought I would be safe, right into the path of untold enemies.But when my life is in danger, the wolves I thought I’d lost for good are the ones who come for me. And they’ll burn down the world to keep me safe—even if none of us trusts each other anymore... -
The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst
New York Times bestselling author Sarah Beth Durst invites you to her new standalone novel set in the world of The Spellshop! Follow her to The Enchanted Greenhouse, a cozy fantasy nestled on a far-away island brimming with singing flowers, honey cakes, and honeyed love. Terlu Perna broke the law because she was lonely. She cast a spell and created a magically sentient spider plant...fantasy · mystery · high fantasy · magic · humor · length-medium · m-f · grumpy sunshine · found-family · cheerful heroine -
Claimed by the Team by River Ramsey, Harper Lennox
Always the placeholder, never the heart of the pack.After being dumped by four exes who found their scent-matched packs, Lexie has a few simple rules for dating.No packs.No alphas.And definitely no omegas.When an algorithmic matchmaking glitch lands her with a pack that embodies her entire nope list, Lexie is ready to call a penalty...omegaverse · poly · bisexual · m-m-f · m-m-m · sports · hockey · athletes · alpha male · queer-awakening -
Warrior by S. Massery
Everything that could go wrong—did. Kade’s loyalties are tangled in something far more treacherous than any of us realized. Reese seems desperate to make amends, and I hate to say, he’s growing on me. And Artemis…. Well, she won’t wake up. According to Gabriel, she might not ever. There has to be a cure—but only if I keep a level head...suspense · vengeance · from hate to love · abuse · siblings-bff · dark · queer · angst · forced proximity · alpha male -
The Jasad Crown by Sara Hashem
In the thrilling conclusion to the Egyptian-inspired Scorched Throne duology, a fugitive queen must risk everything and everyone she loves for the chance to restore her lost kingdom of Jasad. Held deep in a mountain refuge, Sylvia has been captured by the Urabi, who believe the Jasad Heir can return their homeland to its former power...fantasy · paranormal · new adult · magic · audiobook · m-f · from hate to love · forbidden love · slow burn · found-family -
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In the Veins of the Drowning by Kalie Cassidy
An "atmospheric and evocative" (Rachel Gillig) romantasy about a threatened Siren who forges a bond with a brooding, self-righteous king in order to flee the king who raised her. Perfect for fans of One Dark Window and For the Wolf. The monster is always slain… Imogen Nel is in hiding. Hiding from a cruel kingdom that believes Sirens are monstrous, blood-hungry creatures...fantasy · dark · horror · new adult · survival · length-medium · m-f · forced proximity · royalty · magic -
A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna
A whimsical and heartwarming novel about a witch who has a second chance to get her magical powers—and her life—back on track, from the national bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches.Sera Swan used to be one of the most powerful witches in Britain...fantasy · contemporary · found-family · witches · paranormal · magic · mystery · urban fantasy · forced proximity · south asian -
Watch Your Back by Tate James
Dear Reader,Just when you think it can't get any worse, the universe seems to take that as a personal challenge. The Devil's Backbone Society has their fingers everywhere. It's more than a secret society―it's a leash and a prison sentence...suspense · mystery · dark · reverse harem · erotica · college · contemporary · poly · length-medium · childfree-couple -
Wicked Proposal by Nicole Fox
Would you sleep with a villain to give your son a good life?I'm a single mama.And since the day my son was born, I've made one Never, ever miss a bedtime.Then the devil offered me a million dollars to change my mind.I said no.Actually, I said hell no.But then I started thinking about the holes in my son's shoes... the growl in his empty belly on the nights I couldn't even afford ramen..... -
Wicked Refusal by Nicole Fox
What's the man who doesn't love you anymore, or the man who never did?Three months ago, I made a deal.One night with a Russian mobster for a million dollars.It was supposed to solve everything. It did not.Now, I'm trapped in a nightmare with my abusive ex.My son thinks I'm a liar.And I'm pregnant with a baby whose father wants nothing to do with me...contemporary · mafia · dark · m-f · pregnancy · second chances · betrayal · vengeance · competent heroine · independent heroine -
Maid for Each Other by Lynn Painter
A millionaire and a house cleaner are a match maid in heaven in this sparkling new romantic comedy by Lynn Painter, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Happily Never After.As a professional cleaner, Abi Mariano never thought her apartment would have any sort of infestation, but because of a building-wide outbreak, she now needs somewhere to stay for a week... -
The Nightshade God by Hannah F. Whitten
The Nightshade Crown is in the hands of a ruthless god and Lore will stop at nothing to defeat him in the final installment of this lush, romantic, New York Times bestselling fantasy series from breakout star Hannah Whitten. Lore has failed. She couldn’t save King Bastian from the rotten god speaking voices in his mind... -
The Silversmith by L.J. Claren
She was born to save this world. But falling in love will destroy it. Still reeling from the mysterious deaths of her father and brother, Ary Gold survives only by sheer will in the icy wilds of the North. But when strangers arrive with stories of long-lost magic, Ary is thrust into a fate far larger than her sorrow.The realm of Nyrida is under threat... -
Legion by Suzanne Wright
Enter an addictive world of sizzlingly hot paranormal romance . . .'Wicked banter and smexy scenes galore'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review onHunted.........................The epic final instalment in the delicious DARK IN YOU series.She calls to the demons inside him and there's no keeping them away . .paranormal · fantasy · witches · demons · magic · length-long · nevada · audiobook · m-f · age difference -
Three Shattered Souls by Mai Corland
Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada, a must-have for any book lover. Don’t miss the shocking conclusion to the New York Times bestselling series!Some betrayals cut deeper than blades. The Blades were never supposed to survive this long...fantasy · queer · m-f · m-m · betrayal · found-family · political-intrigue · vengeance · survival · war -
Touch Me and I Break: A Slow Burn College Romance with Scars That Run Deep by Elodie Hart
She’s the wild one. The mystery. The girl everyone watches but no one truly sees.Behind the ripped jeans and vodka-laced coffee, Nora Quinn hides scars no one wants to acknowledge—not even herself.When a weekend at the lake house turns into something darker, Nora finds herself trapped in a silence too heavy to carry, surrounded by people too blind to notice... -
How to Lose a Lord in Ten Days by Sophie Irwin
“Sophie Irwin is an exciting and original voice. She’s a must-buy author for me.”—Taylor Jenkins ReidHe wants a wife. She wants to be jilted. This. Is. War. From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes a delicious new rom-com....Rich, handsome, and titled Lord Ashford has every lady in England longing for his hand in marriage...historical · regency · humor · m-f · from hate to love · dual-pov · third-person-pov · rich heroine · strong heroine · europe -
Striking by Bella Matthews
An accidental marriage, forbidden, billionaire romance, From USA Today and #1 Amazon Best Selling Author, Bella Matthews.In my defense, I never planned on marrying my husband.But after one wild night and one too many cocktails, I wake up tangled in silk sheets, with a diamond ring on my finger, a sinfully sexy prince next to me in bed, and palace guards banging on the door with devastating news... -
No Body No Crime by Tess Sharpe
From the bestselling author Tess Sharpe comes a new action packed thriller about two women whose lives―and hearts―are destined for each other. Murder either bonds you or breaks you.Rural PI Mel Tillman knows this well. She’s seen her fair share of bloody cases and botched cover-ups. But killing with someone? That is a different kind of mess all together, and Mel’s got real experience with it...f-f · mystery · suspense · horror · contemporary · queer · young adult · bisexual · length-medium · audiobook -
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Write Me For You by Tillie Cole
Seventeen-year-old June Scott has always dreamt of becoming a novelist. To write the greatest love story ever told. One that would fill hearts and souls with happiness and joy.However, June has never been in love and when she receives some devastating news, there doesn’t feel as if there’s much time left for her own beautiful love story...young adult · contemporary · new adult · found-family · athletes · friends to lovers · forced proximity · angst · m-f · fated-mates -
IGNITE by Luna Mason
CONANI’ve spent my life solving problems with my fists.In the cage. In the streets.And in the shadows behind the Decadence gates… I hunt.Brutal. Unforgivable. A monster.That’s who I am—and who I thought I’d always be.Until I crash my car after my brother’s wedding… and she shows up.Hallie Morris.A sharp-tongued nurse who stitches me up and calls me good boy like she means it... -
Ignite by Luna Mason
CONAN: I’ve spent my life solving problems with my fists. In the cage. In the streets. And in the shadows behind the Decadence gates… I hunt. Brutal. Unforgivable. A monster. That’s who I am—and who I thought I’d always be. Until I crash my car after my brother’s wedding… and she shows up. Hallie Morris. A sharp-tongued nurse who stitches me up and calls me good boy like she means it...mafia · athletes · sports · primal-play · contemporary · dark · m-f · competent heroine · independent heroine · working class heroine -
Unleashing Mayhem by Grae Bryan
Matteo’s been running scared for so long he’s forgotten what it’s like to feel safe. Or maybe he never knew in the first place. Raised by a cruel man, tormented by an even crueler one, and recently rescued by a demon, Matty’s still jumping at shadows around every corner... -
A Little Crush by Kelsie Rae
Seems the little girl who had a crush on me is all grown up.She ran away from our hometown a solid decade ago.Now she’s back for her brother’s wedding.For my friend’s wedding.Not gonna lie, I had no intention of crossing the line with her.Not back then. And not now.Until I catch her swimming in her parent’s backyard.Nope. Not even then... -
Forgotten Dreams by Natasha Madison
When the box of secrets is opened, no one is left the same.SierraI thought I knew who I was, until I accidentally discovered my adoring parents' biggest secret on mytwenty-fifth birthday.I am adopted.Part of me is missing, and I set out to find it.Trying to figure out the past piece by piece, I bought a little fixer-upper in the small town I wasgiven up in.Old lies will come out... -
Matchmaking for Psychopaths by Tasha Coryell
Love is a dangerous game when your clients are killers…from the bestselling author behind Love Letters to a Serial Killer.When Lexie's fiancé runs off with her so-called best friend on her birthday, her carefully crafted fairy-tale life shatters. Having survived horrors in her past, she was determined to finally get her happily-ever-after—and she's not giving up yet... -
Roll for Romance by Lenora Woods
Two fledgling tabletop gamers find themselves falling for each other—both in and out of their weekly D&D sessions—in this charming, fantasy-tinged romance...friends to lovers · paranormal · forced proximity · humor · fantasy · contemporary · m-f · found-family · length-medium · audiobook -
Roommate Romps: The Complete Set by Teagan Hunter
Sometimes love comes when you least expect it…even with your roommate.Don’t miss the ROOMMATE ROMPS COMPLETE SERIES, which includes four laugh-out-loud roommates-to-lovers romcoms!LOATHE THY NEIGHBOR – Hate to LoveRiver White is the epitome of grumpy, and Dean Evans is as sunny as they come—emotional support turtle included... -
Desperate Temptations by B. Sobjakken
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The Way We Win by Tia Louise
Coach Bradford has a dirty little secret… and it’s not (just) me.Jack Bradford is the oldest of the Bradford siblings, my best friend’s brother, and my son’s football coach.He’s six-two, dark hair, ocean-blue eyes, broad shoulders, and a square jaw that’s perpetually flexed.He’s a hero in our small town, and the gentle way he cares for his young daughter will melt your… everything...friends to lovers · single-father · suspense · found-family · single-mother · contemporary · sports · office · football · siblings-bff -
The Couple Before Us: A completely gripping and nail-biting psychological thriller by Daniel Hurst
‘Something terrible happened to the couple who lived here before...’ My hands shake as I read the warning note I’ve just found hidden in a forgotten corner of my brand new house. My husband told me we’d be the first people to live here. Did he lie? Moving to this gorgeous house was meant to be a new start for our family... -
Accidental Bond by Mika Nix
I’ve made a lot of mistakes in my life, but accidentally becoming a mercenary for a demon might be the biggest one yet…My inner dragon has always been more like a devil on my shoulder, talking me into making bad decisions and creating chaos. I have a hoard full of demon artifacts, each one likely to cost me my life if the owners ever come after me...m-m · queer · contemporary · new adult · fantasy · paranormal · demons · shapeshifters · dragon shifter · magic -
Atonement Sky by Nalini Singh
The hunt for a stealthy predator takes a damaged J-Psy to the heart of falcon territory in this new Psy-Changeling Trinity novel from New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh…Justice-Psy Eleri Dias knows the end is near for her, her mind one step away from fatal psychic exposure...paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · science fiction · urban fantasy · dual-pov · third-person-pov · north-america · usa · arizona -
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Fateless by Julie Kagawa
Deep in the forgotten city of the Deathless Kings, an ancient relic of untold power waits—for one bold enough to steal it.When seventeen-year-old Sparrow joined the Thieves Guild she made a vow of binding loyalty to their cause...fantasy · young adult · high fantasy · magic · betrayal · dark · paranormal · length-long · audiobook -
How to Sell a Romance by Alexa Martin
Romance is the biggest scheme of them all in this laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from beloved author Alexa Martin. Emerson Pierce loves everything about being a kindergarten teacher except the painfully low salary... -
Kate and Curran Texts by Ilona Andrews
One upon a time there was an Amazon reviewer whose name was Harriet Klausner. She was the #1 reviewer on Amazon and her reviews were at times very odd. Her review of MAGIC BLEEDS stated that Kate and Curran were on the outs, which meant that “there was absolutely no twittering...urban fantasy · fantasy · humor · strong heroine · paranormal · shapeshifters · magic · length-novella -
No Heroes by Ilona Andrews
Conlan's short story. Set after Magic Claims. On author's website.There are no heroes in the woods, only monsters...urban fantasy · fantasy · magic · paranormal · shapeshifters · monsters · witches · m-f · strong heroine · length-novella -
Purpose by Ilona Andrews
Kate Short story on author's website. Set after Magic Claims.Kate and Luther Short StoryIf you wanted to follow behind Kate and Luther and see the treasures of the Pale Queen, this short is for you...urban fantasy · fantasy · magic · paranormal · fae · shapeshifters · vampires · witches · m-f · strong heroine -
Cream by Roe Horvat
MortonFor years, I’ve been hopelessly in love with an omega I’m not allowed to touch. I did what I could to purge my young assistant from my heart, except for the one thing which might have worked—firing him. Instead, I drown myself in work and meaningless hookups. Then one day, he casually mentions he’s no longer engaged, and my world is upside down... -
Counting Down to You by Sarah J. Harris
From the bestselling author of Meet Me on the Bridge comes a moving, feel-good novel that shows it’s never too late to look for happiness.Sophie can see how long people have left to live. Her first love Adam is back. And he has just 24 days to go.Ever since the accident that changed Sophie’s life, she sees numbers everywhere...

