Top new romance books out this week: 7 Dec - 13 Dec 2025
Last updated:
December 13, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Kathryn Moon, Morgan Bridges, A.K. Caggiano, S.J. Sylvis, S. Massery, Catherine Cowles, Michelle Heard, Zoey Draven, Chelsea Curto, Devyn Sinclair, Elizabeth O'Roark and many more.
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The Alpha of Grave Hills by Kathryn Moon
She's an omega in hiding.Broken hearted and rejected by her beta, Brigid Grant has spent the last five years in self-imposed exile. When her former lover comes sniffing at her door, demanding she take her place back in his bed or lose her sanctuary, Brigid knows it would break more than her heart to agree. There's only one person powerful enough to keep her out of another man's reach...historical · shapeshifters · paranormal · fantasy · m-f · small town · alpha male · non-human-hero · dragon shifter · dual-pov -
Depraved Devotion by Morgan Bridges
The Joker meets Pen Pal in this dark, forbidden romance where a criminal psychologist enters a game of cat and mouse with her serial killer patient. My patient is stalking me… and he’s a psychopath. I’ve dedicated my life to understanding the darkest corners of the human psyche, but nothing prepares me for him. Ghost. The man is a brilliant, ruthless serial killer who thrives on chaos... -
How Not to Tame Your Human Tease by A.K. Caggiano
Sugar and spice and everything naughty.A sunless city, a magical boundary, a demon around every corner—what could be better? Nothing, if you ask bright, bubbly Brioni. In fact, being trapped in the demon realm and assigned a letter carrier position might be the best thing that’s ever happened to her, even if she is one of only six humans in the entire town. Except there’s still something missing...fantasy · demons · paranormal · length-medium · dual-pov · third-person-pov · cheerful heroine · magic · m-f · spanking -
Cross the Line by S.J. Sylvis, S. Massery
Scarlett Wallace has hated me since the moment we met.Fine—feelings are mutual.When she transfers to Shadow Valley U, her dad’s brilliant idea has us living under the same roof as newly minted step-siblings, and she becomes impossible to ignore.Too stubborn. Too tempting. Too off-limits.But when I mess up with the wrong crowd, they demand repayment...sports · from hate to love · fighters · new adult · contemporary · m-f · stepsibling · college · explicit-open-door · suspense -
The Lost & Found Box Set by Catherine Cowles
Looking for your next small town romance binge? The Lost & Found series is now available in a single bundle. Steamy romance, a heartfelt found family, and enough suspense to keep you guessing... -
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Craving Revenge by Michelle Heard
From USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author Michelle Heard comes a new STANDALONE, full-length MAFIA ROMANCE novel.For years, I've been groomed to be my brother's shadow. To protect my father's heir, who will one day take over from him as the Kumichō of the Yakuza, I'mforced to dress and act like a man when I'm out in public...mafia · suspense · contemporary · contemporary · dark · angst · m-f · multicultural · from hate to love · marriage of convenience -
The Cursed Horde King by Zoey Draven
A bewitching spy. A ruthless king. A love that could ignite a war.Amaia has worked hard to make her family proud. As the star apprentice to the pyroki master in Dothik, she’s weeks away from inheriting her mentor’s coveted post. But when her desperate brother begs her to take his place in the Heartstone Accords, a diplomatic exchange with their rival nation, she agrees to the unthinkable...aliens · magic · alpha male · fantasy · paranormal · from hate to love · first-person-pov · dual-pov · male-pov · m-f -
Sin Bin by Chelsea Curto
Brody Saunders is the best coach in the NHL. Grumpy and menacing, the last thing he should be doing is hooking up with the younger sister of one of his players. After a night that almost ends in tragedy, he pulls away, vowing to pretend like their rendezvous ever happened.Hannah Everett is a world champion figure skater who doesn’t know what she wants to do with her life... -
Knot Far to Fall by Devyn Sinclair
From USA Today Bestseller Devyn Sinclair come the long awaited novella about Slate City's favorite twin sister.The whole world knows my name, but they can’t give me what I want. No one can. Until them. Being a movie star isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Don’t get me wrong, I love it, but not everything is pretty dresses and wild parties...humor · omegaverse · first-person-pov · dual-pov · fated-mates · reverse harem · rockstars · rich heroine · famous heroine · insta-love -
My Favorite Fake Romance by Elizabeth O'Roark
Faking it never felt this good.Dr. Easton Walsh thought she’d be showing up to her best friend’s wedding with a dazzling ring and a fiancé everyone wanted to Instagram. Instead, her boyfriend dumped her over what was supposed to be a proposal dinner and the only man offering her a lifeline is the last one she’d ever choose: Elijah Cabot. Her best friend’s older brother... -
In a Second by Kate Canterbary
The last time Audrey Saunders saw Jude Bellessi, he begged her to ditch her wedding and run off with him. She said no. In her defense, she was already in the dress.Years later—divorced and done with relationships—Audrey runs right into the one man she never managed to forget. Except Jude isn’t the rebellious bad boy she remembers... -
The Christmas I Stole a Viscount by Alexandra Vasti
Persephone Ballard has kidnapped a viscount. In her defense, it was her brother's fault. For ten years, Percy’s brother has been madly in love with a notorious actress. And for just as long, he’s refused to marry her to protect his wallflower little sister from scandal. But now that Percy’s firmly (and happily!) on the shelf, she’s had enough of her brother’s self-sacrifice... -
Born of Flames and Sacrifice by Scarlett St. Clair
A prequel novella in the world of Adrian x Isolde by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Scarlett St... -
Keeping Score by Rebecca Jenshak
I woke up in Vegas with hazy memories of the night before and the hottest hockey player alive wrapped around me.Some people come to the city of sin for gambling and partying—I did one better and left as Mrs. Travis Bennett.My annoyingly handsome and charming neighbor has been asking me out for weeks... -
My Blade, Your Back by K.M. Moronova
Broken. Lost. Unforgiven.One month after surviving the Under Trials, Emery Maves finds herself in a world she doesn't recognize―with a man whose cold eyes are haunted by secrets she can't remember. Stripped of her memories, Emery is tormented by dreams of danger, death, and deceit...suspense · dark · contemporary · military · length-medium · m-f · competent heroine · strong heroine · dual-pov · forced proximity -
Problematic Vol. 1 by Ladii Nesha
Tyler's childhood ends the night her mother makes a selfish decision that changes the trajectory of both of their lives. The blood, the screaming, and the helplessness shapes Tyler into a defensive adult full of open wounds that she refuses to face. By twenty-five, she's a rising singer with a voice that melts hearts like butter and an addiction that she hides behind attitude and chaos... -
Filthy Christmas by Serena Akeroyd
Get ready for a very O'Donnelly holiday! What to expect?A slice of life, holiday traditions mob-style, Christmas fluff, and lots of heat!! Blurb coming... -
Asking Kate: A Novella by Clare Ashton
Olivia Sachdeva is in love. Who knew the perfect woman for the frosty lawyer would be down-to-earth Kate Laurence, her screen idol.Olivia lives with her dream woman in their beautiful Park Town home in Oxford. But marriage is the last thing Olivia would raise with Kate... -
The Friendly Girl's Guide to Mating with a Werewolf by Lola Glass
I brought my friend's housewarming present to the wrong place. A grumpy werewolf answered the door, and shifted into a massive wolf. Apparently, we're mates.And apparently, my mate doesn't like cake.Who doesn't like cake?Sugary goodness aside, he's bitter and jaded.I'm… well, the opposite.So when he says he doesn't want to be with me, I give him space.But for some reason, he can't stay away... -
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The Right Wrong Promise: A Grumpy Single Dad Romance by Nicole Snow
The gruffest broken single dad finds home with a spitfire heiress in this stormy and spicy romance by Wall Street Journal bestselling author Nicole Snow.I inherited a freaking family.Thanks, Gramps. I expected the lake house, the repairs, and the weird little secrets you left behind.But sharing this place with Kane Saint and his kids?Holy potato.Don't laugh at his name... -
Chasing Home by Piper Rayne
It was straight out of a rom-com—until two pink lines changed everything.Zander Shaw is country music’s hottest star. So, when he singled me out of a packed arena and had me pulled backstage, I should’ve known I wasn’t his forever. One signed NDA later, I was sneaking onto his tour bus, wrapped up in his world, and him. But it ended before it really started when he ghosted me... -
Ruthless Titan: Special Edition by E.V. Olsen
I never imagined the ruthless Titan would choose me as his rebellion, or that I’d become his shield.Hockey was supposed to be my ticket to stability, earning me a scholarship for an education I could never have afforded on my own.Until Connor Walsh, the ruthless star of the Crestwood hockey team and my captain, corners me with an ultimatum that changes everything... -
Seeing Other People by Emily Wibberley, Austin Siegemund-Broka
"The livings join forces to help their specters — and each other — move on in this emotional, slow-burn romance."—New York TimesTwo people haunted by their exes find that love isn’t dead in this heartfelt romance from the beloved authors of The Roughest Draft.Morgan is being ghosted by her ex. No, really. It’s sad Zach died and became a ghost... -
The Naughtiest List by Jade West
FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE AMAZON TOP THIRTY BESTSELLER THE NAUGHTY LISTElla Edwards has been left in broken pieces after her ex-boyfriend, Connor’s latest atrocity.Still, the professional entertainer who has made her career fulfilling clients’ filthy fantasies, is determined to get back up on her feet... -
Fever: Saints & Sinners, Book 2 by Devon McCormack, Tim Paige
ALEXEI Before I came to St. Lawrence University, I didn't believe in magic. Now I'm desperate to get my hands on a spell, even at the expense of lying to my friends. It's not something I'm proud of, but I have my reasons. Enter the charming, carefree Matteo Baros, who—unfortunately for both of us—becomes suspicious of me. I expect him to rat me out... -
Try Again Later by Jemma Croft
If hooking up with straight married men was a business, Orlando Oakham-Goodwin would be the CEO. Nepo baby and all round spoilt brat, Lando lives a life most can only dream of. But when his father cuts off his finances and his best friend reveals she’s moving away, Lando must find a way to pull himself up by his designer bootstraps...sports · humor · m-m · queer · contemporary · second chances · england · asexual-hero · athletes · dual-pov -
Xo, Unlawfully Yours by Jahquel J.
Kora Caselli is the second oldest of the Caselli siblings.Right along with her brother, she’s had to grow up quicker than she wanted to. Sacrificing the life, she thought she would have to be there for her youngest siblings and step into a role that was always chosen for her... -
Colliding Hearts by Jax Calder
One voice kept me alive in the darkness. One Halloween night changed everything. One secret threatens to destroy it all.When my car plunges into a ravine, a stranger's chocolate-cake voice becomes my lifeline in the endless dark. But after I’m rescued, the mysterious paramedic vanishes without a trace, leaving me with nothing but scars and memories... -
Colliding Hearts by Jax Calder
One voice kept me alive in the darkness. One Halloween night changed everything. One secret threatens to destroy it all. When my car plunges into a ravine, a stranger's chocolate-cake voice becomes my lifeline in the endless dark. But after I’m rescued, the mysterious paramedic vanishes without a trace, leaving me with nothing but scars and memories... -
Second Chance Scottish by Tricia O'Malley
He’s famous for heartbreak ballads. She’s famous for ignoring him.When Noah Byrne’s career implodes in a very public scandal, the grumpy Scottish rock star retreats to the only place no one would think to look–his sleepy hometown. The plan is simple. Hide out, avoid paparazzi, and wait for the storm to pass.He books the last room at the local inn owned by Skye Kerrigan. His first love...christmas · humor · length-short · contemporary · angst · m-f · childfree-couple · grumpy sunshine · second chances · forced proximity -
Sinner & Saint by J.L. Beck
I’ve always been the good girl.The preacher’s daughter. The town’s saint.The one who never strays from the rules.Until one reckless night changes everything.Calder Bishop is the monster I’ve been warned about my entire life.Heir to the most feared family in Black Hollow Creek.Rancher by day, enforcer by night.His touch carries ruin, his name carries blood, and his gaze makes my prayers falter...contemporary · western · length-long · audiobook · explicit-open-door · dark · angst · suspense · m-f · age difference -
Alpha Dragon's Wolf by Hawke Oakley
Can a white wolf heal the darkness of a dragon’s heart?Viol is his own worst enemy. Years after a tragic incident of his own creation, he hides behind intimidating black leather and a spiky attitude. Love only causes him pain, and shoving people away is easier than letting them in—even the one soul he adores more than anything.Poppy is as loyal as he is patient... -
Delayed Penalty by Brigham Vaughn
The last thing Thad Racine needs is to fall for a guy playing for his brother's hockey team ...As an ex-con, Thad’s had a rough life. Getting a job in the social media department of the Boston Harriers is his last-ditch effort at a fresh start... -
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The Grizzly Who Stole Christmas by Olivia T. Turner
I hate Christmas.I hate the crowds. I hate the traffic.And I hate the annoying tourists that descend on my mountain town every December.They’ve turned my peaceful mountain oasis into a loud festive hell.So, when the town hosts a Christmas tree lighting festival, I know it’s time for my revenge.Christmas is about to be canceled.By me.And my vicious roaring grizzly bear... -
Mafia & Scars by Isa Oliver
A neurodivergent hero. And a Russian ice-skating heroine... Two people who come together over an abandoned baby. Grumpy and sunshine… Both with deep wounds. And both needing some fixer-upper magic. But can they ever feel worthy of love? And will it ever be enough…? Because scars are like secrets. They’re hard to keep hidden… A MAFIA-LITE romance. Standalone...mafia · single-mother · found-family · dark · insta-love · forced proximity · friends to lovers · abuse · suspense · length-long -
Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot by Alexis Hall
Bestselling author Alexis Hall brings all the cozy charm of The Great British Bake Off to life in this quirky LGBTQIA+ romcom.Audrey Lane is perfectly fine. Really... -
Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot by Alexis Hall
A charming new LGBTQIA+ romcom from the bestselling author of BOYFRIEND MATERIAL.Audrey Lane is perfectly fine. Really...contemporary · queer · from hate to love · fated-mates · humor · new adult · m-m · length-long · audiobook -
Wrapped Up for Christmas by Katlyn Duncan
This Christmas, love is the one gift she didn’t expect to find.Angie Martinelli never thought she’d end up back in her hometown after losing her job, her apartment, and her boyfriend in one terrible week. Now she’s working at the mall information booth, clinging to her pride and trying to figure out her next move... -
Let's Pretend by E. Salvador
It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s everything but that for Anna Lopez. Not only have her parents disowned her, completely cutting her off, but her landlord is hiking her rent at the beginning of the year.With the New Year around the corner and her being on winter break, she has a few weeks to figure out a new game plan... -
Where You Belong by Kristen Proby
From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Proby comes the final installment of the Blackwells of Montana series, Where You Belong, a small-town, second-chance romance set in Bitterroot Valley!BrooksFifteen years ago, I’d planned a romantic proposal, but that was the day Juliet walked out of my life and never looked back. I never wanted to see her again and decided that love wasn’t for me...

