Top new romance books out this week: 10 Aug - 16 Aug 2025
Last updated:
August 16, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Brynne Weaver, Ivy Fairbanks, Chris Stinson, Dawn Ursula, Susie Tate, Jennifer Hartmann, Mallory Marlowe, L.J. Shen, Julia Wolf, Willow Dixon, Sadie Moss and many more.
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Love & Other Killers by Brynne Weaver
Serial killers versus serial killer in a hot and twisted novella about family games, true love, and competitive carnage by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Ruinous Love Trilogy. It’s the annual hunt for Sloane and her vigilante family of serial killers. Track the most cold-blooded psychos imaginable and take them down...dark · contemporary · humor · length-novella · audiobook · m-f · competent heroine · sassy heroine · strong heroine · dangerous heroine -
![Heart Strings by Ivy Fairbanks]()
Heart Strings by Ivy Fairbanks
A sizzling exes-to-lovers second- chance romance from the author of Morbidly Yours, the “sweet, spicy, and fabulous” (Abby Jimenez, #1 New York Times bestselling author) TikTok sensation. She doesn’t do second chances. But he's not done writing their song. Cielo “Lo” Valdez doesn’t believe in second chances. Surviving cancer taught her life is too short to spend time on someone who wronged you...contemporary · humor · length-medium · new adult · m-f · multicultural · second chances · switch · found-family · europe -
![The Book of Azrael [Dramatized Adaptation] by Chris Stinson, Dawn Ursula, Matthew Bassett, Gabriel Michael]()
The Book of Azrael [Dramatized Adaptation] by Chris Stinson, Dawn Ursula, Matthew Bassett, Gabriel Michael
World Ender meets Ender of Worlds. .. A thousand years ago, Dianna gave up her life in the deserts of Eoria to save her dying sister. She called upon anyone who would listen, not expecting a monster far worse than any nightmare to answer. Now she does what Kaden asks, even if that means securing an ancient relic from the very creatures that hunt her. A King thought long dead and long forgotten...fantasy · magic · from hate to love · urban fantasy · witches · demons · forced proximity · vampires · queer · abuse -
![Outlier by Susie Tate]()
Outlier by Susie Tate
Vicky is an outlier. An outlier in society, an outlier in the business world; she’s even an outlier in her own family. She knows that people find her weird and annoying, and she’s resigned to her loneliness until she sees him. Having never been attracted to any man before, her new obsession with burly, rough and ready Mike and the fact she can’t breathe when he’s close comes as a shock... -
![Dream On by Jennifer Hartmann]()
Dream On by Jennifer Hartmann
*Preorder now to receive the limited deluxe edition with gorgeous printed edges*. From USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Hartmann comes an all-new standalone crossover romance filled with heartache and dreams. Lexington Hall and I were never supposed to collide―he, the golden boy of Hollywood, and me, a small-town dreamer with stars in my eyes...contemporary · length-long · audiobook · new adult · actors · dual-pov · angst · m-f · second chances · fake relationship -
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![Love at First Sighting by Mallory Marlowe]()
Love at First Sighting by Mallory Marlowe
A chance at love might not be out of this world in this astronomically charming romantic comedy from the USA Today bestselling author of Love and Other Conspiracies. Los Angeles social media influencer El Martin seems to have a picture-perfect life. But what El wants more than anything is to find something real to make her heart race in a way it hasn’t in years...aliens · contemporary · paranormal · forced proximity · humor · mystery · m-f · caretaking · insta-love · found-family -
![Handsome Devil by L.J. Shen]()
Handsome Devil by L.J. Shen
I made a deal with the devil to save my mother…. But is it really hell if I love the way it burns? Gia. The monster from my nightmares crawled into my reality, masquerading as my boss. Tatum Blackthorn is Lucifer, personified. When he discovers my weakness, he makes me an offer I cannot refuse, and I become his wife... -
![To The Chase by Julia Wolf]()
To The Chase by Julia Wolf
I’ve never thought of myself as forgettable. I’m confident. A little grumpy. I’m never afraid to speak my mind. I’ve got curves for days, and hair the color of a summer sky. All that tends to leave an impression. So when he shows up two years after ghosting me, acting like we’ve never met, I’m more thrown than I care to admit... -
![Hide and Seek by Willow Dixon]()
Hide and Seek by Willow Dixon
Jax. It was supposed to be an easy keep an eye on Myles until I’m sure he’s not a threat to us, then forget he exists and go back to living my life. But there’s something different about him. Something that speaks to my dark side and turns an easy job into an obsession. I want things from him I’ve never wanted before, and the more I watch him, the more I’m sure he wants them too...dark · dual-pov · queer · exhibitionism · hurt-comfort · m-m · college · found-family · contemporary · new adult -
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![Fated to the Alpha Warrior by Sadie Moss]()
Fated to the Alpha Warrior by Sadie Moss
“I reject you. ” With those three words, Kieran McCade shattered my heart. In front of the entire pack, the alpha’s son rejected our bond. As a shifter whose wolf has never appeared, I was deemed too weak, too broken for him...fated-mates · shapeshifters · paranormal · fantasy · length-long · m-f · competent heroine · class difference · magic · fae -
![I Know How This Ends by Holly Smale]()
I Know How This Ends by Holly Smale
If you knew how your life would turn out, what would you change now? Margot is lost. Her career is in tatters, her dating life is hell, her friendship group broken. Until one day, when Margot—a determinedly rational meteorologist—has a vision. Of her future self. And the visions keep coming. Margot sees how, and when, she’ll find her soulmate...time travel · contemporary · humor · fantasy · other-man-woman · paranormal · cheating · m-f · england · sweet-hero -
![The Society of Unknowable Objects by Gareth Brown]()
The Society of Unknowable Objects by Gareth Brown
From the author of the internationally bestselling The Book of Doors, another fantastical, stand-alone novel in which a trio of seemingly everyday people are members of a secret society tasked with finding and protecting hidden magical objects—ordinary items with extraordinary properties...fantasy · mystery · paranormal · magic · urban fantasy · contemporary · time travel · audiobook · standalone · standalone-first -
![Save Me by K.A. Tucker]()
Save Me by K.A. Tucker
Save Me is the second book in the highly addictive Wolf Hotel Mermaid Beach series, a spin-off of the Wolf Hotel series. The last thing I expected to find in Mermaid Beach was love. Yet, here we are. I, Ronan Lyle, am infatuated with a woman again. And there is no way in hell I’m losing this one to Henry Wolf. Some people say I lack purpose...new adult · contemporary · length-medium · m-f · pregnancy · usa · florida · independent heroine · dual-pov · first-person-pov -
![Darkness of Mine by Alexis Grace]()
Darkness of Mine by Alexis Grace
*Spoilers for books 1 and 2 ahead - I highly recommend you go back and read Killer of Mine and Secrets of Mine before reading any further. *. She used to work for the FBI… Now she’s the one hiding from them…. Freya should finally be free. Safe. But her life is rarely that simple and the Cross-Cut Killer case is far more complicated than anyone realized...reverse harem · forced proximity · from hate to love · poly · length-medium · contemporary · dark · angst · suspense · m-f -
![Untouchable by Claire Kent]()
Untouchable by Claire Kent
Seventeen years ago, Caleb Marshall ordered the hit that killed Kelly’s father, and he’s never been made to pay for that sin. No matter what it takes, Kelly will finally make him pay. She’ll work her way into his life, into his bed, and into his heart so she can uncover the truth and reveal all his dark secrets. He’s lied to the world, so she’ll lie to him...contemporary · length-long · m-f · north-america · usa · washington-dc · tycoon · super rich hero · female-rake · vengeance -
![Warrior Princess Assassin by Brigid Kemmerer]()
Warrior Princess Assassin by Brigid Kemmerer
Warrior Princess Assassin is. .. “Your next obsession. ” —Hannah Nicole Maehrer • “Addictive. .. Readers will devour this one! ” —Danielle L. Jensen • “The perfect blend of thrilling magic, sizzling romance, and pulse-pounding action. ” —Elise Kova • “A story unlike any you’ve consumed before. And trust me—it’s delicious. ”—Jodi Picoult... -
![Red Card by Maren Moore]()
Red Card by Maren Moore
She’s All That meets She’s the Man in this New Adult sports romance about a British bad boy rugby player who’s forced to start over in America and finds an unlikely ally in the coach’s daughter when she offers him a deal he can’t resist. Leaving it all on the field is one thing. Giving his all to love? Terrifying. British bad boy Cillian “Kill” Cairney is ruthless on the rugby pitch... -
![For the Record by Emma Lord]()
For the Record by Emma Lord
An electrifying rom com of rivalry and redemption, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Daisy Jones and the Six, from New York Times bestselling author Emma Lord. Once the most notorious rivals in the music scene, pop princess Mackenzie Waters and punk rockstar Sam Blaze electrified audiences as their bands clashed on stage... -
![Bittersweet Revenge by Riley Hart]()
Bittersweet Revenge by Riley Hart
Dean. I’ve been stalking Tiernan O’Shea online for years. After Sloan O’Shea killed my dad, my mom and I spent years in hiding, moving from state to state, changing our names, never drawing attention to ourselves, hoping to never be found. I’ve fed off nothing but vengeance ever since. Tiernan O’Shea is exactly like his father—arrogant, rich, ruthless...m-m · queer · dark · contemporary · dual-pov · first-person-pov · bad boys · possessive hero · tortured hero · college -
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![The Extravagant After Dark Collection by Lauren Blakely]()
The Extravagant After Dark Collection by Lauren Blakely
A sumptuous collection of five spicy standalone romances that’ll curl your toes and melt your nights! Indulge in the Extravagant After Dark Collection by #1 New York Times Bestseller Lauren Blakely and experience some of your favorite tropes,. – an engaged couple exploring their midnight desires. – a woman determined to fulfill her sexy bucket list with her best friend... -
![Roomates and Rockstars: A Collection by Lauren Blakely, Sarina Bowen]()
Roomates and Rockstars: A Collection by Lauren Blakely, Sarina Bowen
A collection of the three bestselling, standalone MM romances by both Sarina Bowen and Lauren Blakely including their enemies to lovers romance The Best Men! This collection also includes One Time Only by Lauren Blakely, writing as L. Blakely, and Roommate by Sarina Bowen. The Best Men…. In my defense, I was left alone with a bottle of single-malt and a habit of protecting my sister... -
![Goal Line by Julia Connors]()
Goal Line by Julia Connors
As the youngest heir of the Hartmann fortune and the backup goalie for the Boston Rebels, the pro hockey team my family owns, I’ve spent my life being the peacemaker in my cutthroat family and the goalie that my teammates can depend on. I have only one weakness: my coach’s daughter, Evangeline Wilcott. Eva is a pairs figure skater, and my life-long best friend... -
![Bearly in Love by Lola Glass]()
Bearly in Love by Lola Glass
My car broke down in front of a grumpy bear shifter's cabin in the middle of nowhere. He just happens to be my older brother's best friend, and the last person I'd ever want to be trapped with. But it started snowing. And considering my brutal fiancé is hot on my heels, hiding out with the grizzly seems like a better option than risking my life to get away in the middle of a storm... -
![Almost Ravaged by Abby Millsaps]()
Almost Ravaged by Abby Millsaps
Prepare to be swept away by Almost Ravaged, the first book in an all new dark, why choose, college hockey trilogy from bestselling author Abby Millsaps. They say you never forget your first love. What they don’t say is how hard it is to move on when he happens to be the trifecta: a brooding hockey player, your brother’s best friend, AND the keeper of your darkest secret...sports · siblings-bff · friends to lovers · age difference · hockey · primal-play · contemporary · college · dark · forced proximity -
![Please Don't Go by E. Salvador]()
Please Don't Go by E. Salvador
He felt like he was drowning. She was about to drown. Josefine Resendiz, is struggling to figure out her life. Between her complicated relationship with grief and not having a single clue how to feel what she can't understand, she's sinking and isn't sure how to float back up to the surface...baseball · college · athletes · sports · new adult · forced proximity · grumpy sunshine · found-family · contemporary · m-f -
![The Truth Is in the Detours by Mara Williams]()
The Truth Is in the Detours by Mara Williams
In this sharp-witted and poignant novel, two former friends with a complicated history are thrown together on an unexpected road trip, where old lies unravel and new truths emerge with every mile marker. Ophelia Dahl has just buried her beloved father when she finds among his personal effects a blindsiding document... -
![Duty and Desire by Kristen Ashley, Kylie Scott, Aurora Rose Reynolds, Rebecca Zanetti]()
Duty and Desire by Kristen Ashley, Kylie Scott, Aurora Rose Reynolds, Rebecca Zanetti
Honor, protection, and undeniable chemistry. Duty and Desire brings you heroes in uniform—bodyguards, soldiers, and law enforcers—who will do whatever it takes to protect the ones they love. Filled with action, danger, and steamy romance, these stories prove that sometimes the greatest battles are fought with the heart. Includes:. Keeping You by Aurora Rose Reynolds. Quiet Man by Kristen Ashley... -
![Loved One by Aisha Muharrar]()
Loved One by Aisha Muharrar
When Julia’s first-love-turned-best-friend Gabe, a musician with a cultish following, dies unexpectedly at age twenty-nine, Julia launches herself into an intercontinental quest to recover the possessions he left with friends and acquaintances across the world. Along the way she encounters Elizabeth, Gabe’s effortlessly perfect and endlessly cool ex-girlfriend... -
![Cat Dragon by Samantha Birch]()
Cat Dragon by Samantha Birch
‘On the whole, Aloysia Papplewick was proud of this year’s crop of Prattling Pumpkins; but that didn’t mean that they were proud of her. ’. Welcome to the whimsical world of Tangleroot Valley, where magic thrives in every corner, and witch Aloysia Papplewick tends to her Prattling Pumpkin patch. But there’s one thing Aloysia doesn’t have – her familiar...fantasy · young adult · magic · found-family · forced proximity · witches · humor · mystery · paranormal · urban fantasy -
![Cain: A Short Story by Maya Alden]()
Cain: A Short Story by Maya Alden
She trusted him with her heart—he repaid her with handcuffs. When Faith Baker takes a job at Cain Ripley's restaurant in small-town Oregon, sparks fly—and so does the cash drawer. Accused of stealing, Faith is arrested, humiliated, and betrayed by the man she trusted most. Cain says he’ll drop the charges if she returns the money. Only one problem: she doesn’t have it, because she didn't take it... -
![The Inheritance by Ilona Andrews]()
The Inheritance by Ilona Andrews
We are at war. The interdimensional invasion brought us unimaginable suffering, but it also awoke talents slumbering deep within us, a means to repel and destroy our enemy. Every day new gates open, leading to breaches filled with monsters and valuable resources. If you are a Talent, your country needs you. The world needs you. Be the hero you were born to be. Adaline is a Talent...fantasy · urban fantasy · aliens · monsters · magic · humor · dystopian · paranormal · length-medium · futuristic -
![Two For the Show by Holly Monroe]()
Two For the Show by Holly Monroe
Dr. Alex Shields is an Omega on the run. She thought she was safe at Cirque de Mordu, the traveling danger circus where she found her scent matches, but her past caught up to her. Jude, Matteo, Quinton, Dexter, and Dario must find a way to make the circus a safe place for Alex to return to, but that's hard to do when they don't know who it was that ran her off in the first place... -
![Before and After: Special Edition by Anna Hackett]()
Before and After: Special Edition by Anna Hackett
I never expected to become a single mom. Back in my Colorado hometown, all I have time for is work and raising my grieving nephew. I don’t have time for a man. Especially a tall, dark, and broody one. Allie. I’ve swapped city life for small town. Designer suits for a housekeeping uniform. And don’t get me started on my lack of sleep... -
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![Before and After by Anna Hackett]()
Before and After by Anna Hackett
I never expected to become a single mom. Back in my Colorado hometown, all I have time for is work and raising my grieving nephew. I don’t have time for a man. Especially a tall, dark, and broody one. Allie. I’ve swapped city life for small town. Designer suits for a housekeeping uniform. And don’t get me started on my lack of sleep... -
![Mariposa by Lexie Axelson]()
Mariposa by Lexie Axelson
I made it into the special forces course, but there are three problems. Problem number one? One of my instructors is the infamous Special Operator Beast—a man everyone fears due to his cold heart and polished career. He loathes being away from his team, which makes graduating nearly impossible for all of us, mainly his least favorite student, me...age difference · dark · military · contemporary · men in uniform · forced proximity · office · erotica · alpha male · suspense -
![Bred by the Minotaur by Lyonne Riley]()
Bred by the Minotaur by Lyonne Riley
They've already had one child together, but never learned each other's names. Now this minotaur is going to convince her to be his wife. Hank has always regretted the last time he saw “Rapunzel,” the woman who carried his first calf. He never asked for her real name, and he’s thought about her nonstop ever since... -
![Court of Embers by Cate Corvin]()
Court of Embers by Cate Corvin
Which flame burns hotter, love or vengeance? We broke the Laws of dragonkind, yet we live, bonded as one mind. And now we rise from the ashes to burn the corruption from Akalla. My sister threatens to bring down the eyries one by one, driven by a cruel goddess. Though the Houses have no reason to trust us, we’re their best hope—nothing will stand in my way when it comes to my sister’s destruction...fantasy · shapeshifters · paranormal · audiobook · open-door · new adult · magic · dragon shifter · m-f · caretaking -
![Claimed by Shadow and Blood by Jen L. Grey]()
Claimed by Shadow and Blood by Jen L. Grey
Sometimes the truth gets buried, and love digs the grave. I thought surviving the ruthless fae bridal competition would be my hardest challenge. I was wrong. Chosen by Vad—the dark, dangerously possessive Prince of Shadows—to stand at his side, I’ve become the prime target in a kingdom built on lies and blood. Rivals would rather see me buried than crowned. Then I wake with a dagger in my hands.audiobook · fantasy · magic · m-f · fated-mates · abduction · competent heroine · independent heroine · sassy heroine · strong heroine -
![Seduction Theory by Emily Adrian]()
Seduction Theory by Emily Adrian
For fans of Conversations with Friends and Vladimir comes a magnetic, fresh take on marriage and when two married professors tiptoe toward infidelity, their transgressions are brought to light in a graduate student’s searing thesis project. Simone is the star of Edwards University’s creative writing renowned Woolf scholar, grief memoirist, and campus sex icon... -
![The Shattered Kingdom by Invi Wright, Simon Maverick]()
The Shattered Kingdom by Invi Wright, Simon Maverick
The second in an epic romantic fantasy series from the hugely popular author of The Female series in which a young woman is forced to choose sides in the midst of a conflict that threatens to shake the alliance between the faerie and shifter kingdoms. Abby thought things couldn’t get worse. She was wrong...fantasy · fae · paranormal · from hate to love · reverse harem · fated-mates · alpha male · magic · shapeshifters · urban fantasy
![The Book of Azrael [Dramatized Adaptation] by Chris Stinson, Dawn Ursula, Matthew Bassett, Gabriel Michael](https://s3.amazonaws.com/romance.io/books/small/698da8813fe5f15a2998083f.jpg)
