Top new romance books in August 2020
Last updated:
August 31, 2020
August 2020 featuring new releases by Rebecca Yarros, J. Bree, Tessa Bailey, Elizabeth O'Roark, Sarah Adams, Rina Kent, Rachel Hawkins, Ash Parsons, Lucy Score, Kate Canterbary, Angel Lawson, Samantha Rue and many more.
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The Reality of Everything by Rebecca Yarros
Two years after the man she loved was killed in Afghanistan, Morgan Bartley is trying to put the pieces of her life back together. The reno on her dilapidated beach house in the Outer Banks might be just the distraction she needs to keep her debilitating anxiety attacks at bay and begin to heal her heart...if she can ignore the ridiculously handsome guy next door... -
The Butcher of the Bay: Part II by J. Bree
Monsters have stalked me my entire life.From my father’s failing drug business to the evil men he sold me to, I have seen the worst of humanity only to find safety in the arms of the greatest monster of all.I call the Butcher of the Bay mine.Betrayed by his oldest and most loyal friend, I was stolen away from him and have once again been sold at auction...suspense · dark · contemporary · abuse · new adult · mafia · sweet heroine · cold hero · explicit-plentiful · m-f -
The Seven Year Itch by Tessa Bailey
Drew and Jamie have been best friends and neighbors ever since he returned from overseas to care for his teenage sister—and Drew is clueless to the fact that the adorable museum curator next door has been loving him from a distance, but when they hook up anonymously at a Halloween costume party, everything changes, and their friendship will evolve into something they never expected…Narrated by... -
The Parallel Series by Elizabeth O'Roark
The first four books in the Parallel Series plus bonus novella and bonus epilogue!Top Ten of 2019 - R... -
The Enemy: A Romantic Comedy by Sarah Adams
It’s been twelve years since I’ve seen him. Twelve years since he won our war of wits by outsmarting me with a tactic I didn’t even know was allowed. But tonight…I resurrect the battle.Ryan Henderson is back in town for our best friends’ wedding, and I plan on showing him exactly how much I don’t care about him—or the almost kiss he ruthlessly dangled over me after graduation... -
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Ruthless Empire by Rina Kent
She’s off limits. He has none.There’s a girl.Beautiful. Popular. Fake.And my obsession.My fall.Probably my damnation.Did that stop me? Do I care? No and no.There’s a line between right and wrong. Moral and immoral.And then there’s her.I cross every limit with blood-coated fingers.She says she hates me.I say I hate her too as I trap her, own her.Make her all mine...new adult · sports · cruel hero · from hate to love · alpha male · young adult · angst · contemporary · mystery · suspense -
The Haunting of Beatrix Greene Episode 1 by Rachel Hawkins, Ash Parsons, Vicky Alvear Schecter
In Victorian England, a savvy spiritual medium must outsmart the most important client of her career: a scientist determined to expose frauds like her. But their game of wits has fatal consequences when a vengeful spirit answers their summons. If they cannot put aside their prejudices—and growing passion—and find a way to banish the ghost together, one of them could be its next victim... -
The Dead Guy Next Door by Lucy Score
From the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Things We Never Got Over A nice, normal life. Is that too much to ask? For Riley Thorn it is. Divorced. Broke. Living with a pack of elderly roommates. And those hallucinations she's diligently ignoring? Her tarot card-dealing mom is convinced they're clairvoyant visions...mystery · paranormal · contemporary · fantasy · suspense · humor · from hate to love · urban fantasy · friends to lovers · dual-pov -
Professional Development by Kate Canterbary
Tara Treloff and Drew Larsen hate each other.They really hate each other.This would be fine except for the issue of them sharing a job title...and an office...and now a five-hour-long drive to a conference their boss has made mandatory to resolve their issues.And they would've been able to muddle through all of those matters but a major snowstorm is heading their way.. -
A Deal with the Devil by Angel Lawson, Samantha Rue
Sometimes The Devil Hides in Plain Sight...One fateful night. Two lives forever changed.Sometimes the bonds of tragedy are stronger than blood.When Vandy Hall got into a stolen car with Reynolds McAllister-her brother's best friend, her childhood crush-she had no idea the lifetime of pain it would cause her...high-school · new adult · dark · sports · friends to lovers · contemporary · from hate to love · angst · forbidden love · bad boys -
Defiant by Sara Cate
An enemies-to-lovers standaloneRafeHate is easy.A hell of a lot easier than the alternative.It’s my job to keep Wicked safe, which means getting my hands a little dirty sometimes. After I lost my best friend, I’m not pulling my punches anymore. So it’s hate that helps me win every fight and close every case.But now the past is coming back to haunt me, and I refuse to be cornered... -
That Swoony Feeling by Meghan Quinn
USA Today bestselling author Meghan Quinn brings more humor and heart with the fourth novel of her Getting Lucky series: a story about breaking curses and finally finding that swoony feeling. I'm single . . . so single it's painful. Yup, ladies, Brig Knightly--that's me--is still a lonely bachelor, stumbling through the streets of Port Snow, looking for the girl he's supposed to end up with... -
The Consolation Prize by Alice Coldbreath
Princess Una harbors no illusions about her claims to Karadok’s throne. The days of the royal house of Blechmarsh are done. The last of that ill-fated line, she is just grateful she emerged from the dark days of war with her head still on her shoulders... -
Always Only You by Chloe Liese
Get ready for an emotional ride filled with laughter, longing, and a sweet slow-burn in this sports romance about love’s power not in spite of difference, but because of it. Ren The moment I met her, I knew Frankie Zeferino was someone worth waiting for... -
Can't Help Falling by Cara Bastone
The more you resist,the deeper you’ll fall Serafine St. Romain doesn’t need her psychic powers to know she’s no longer in Tyler Leshuski’s good graces. True, she did tear him to pieces when he asked her out, accusing him of being shallow and selfish. Despite the energy crackling between them, the gorgeous sports writer is a no-strings, no-kids kind of guy... -
Soul of Stars by Ashley Poston
The highly awaited sequel to Heart of Iron, Soul of Stars is a thrilling sci-fi adventure packed with romance, shocking twists, and witty banter, perfect for fans of Six of Crows and Cinder.Once, Ana was an orphaned space outlaw. Then she was the Empress of the Iron Kingdom... -
Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Harrow the Ninth, the sequel to Gideon the Ninth, turns a galaxy inside out as one necromancer struggles to survive the wreckage of herself aboard the Emperor's haunted space station.She answered the Emperor's call.She arrived with her arts, her wits, and her only friend.In victory, her world has turned to ash...fantasy · science fiction · f-f · mystery · magic · young adult · dark · paranormal · high fantasy · dystopian -
The Switch by Beth O'Leary
Eileen is sick of being 79.Leena's tired of life in her twenties.Maybe it's time they swapped places...When overachiever Leena Cotton is ordered to take a two-month sabbatical after blowing a big presentation at work, she escapes to her grandmother Eileen's house for some overdue rest. Eileen is newly single and about to turn eighty...humor · contemporary · clean · small town · slow burn · mature couple · young adult · new adult · cheating · dual-pov -
Grave by Shantel Tessier
GRAVEMy life went to hell years ago, and I've had a death wish ever since then with fast cars, women, and drugs. They don't call me Grave for nothing!But I do it because I need to feel something... anything. What's life worth living for without the high?And then I saw her!She's too good for me, and I should stay away...suspense · super rich hero · mafia · contemporary · dark · spanking · m-f · class difference · dual-pov · nevada -
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Wicked Princess by Ashley Jade
Welcome to their kingdom. This is book 3 in the Royal Hearts Academy series. Please note: Although this is Bianca's book, Cruel Prince (Jace and Dylan’s book) and Ruthless Knight (Cole and Sawyer's book) should be read first for a better understanding of the family dynamic...new adult · sports · contemporary · from hate to love · young adult · cruel hero · high-school · m-f -
Raven's Return by Ruby Dixon
No one ever comes back for me.I’ve always been on my own, and why should it be any different on an ice planet? So when I’m kidnapped by a feral outcast, I suspect I’d better learn to love raw fish and rough living.Then…U’dron comes to my rescue.He’s always understood me more than anyone else. He’s been my friend and my confidante. We’ve made music together... -
Drive Me Wild by Melanie Harlow
When Blair Beaufort literally crashes into Bellamy Creek wearing a ball gown and a tiara, I should have towed her car, said goodnight, and sent her packing. I’m a mechanic, not a hotel manager. I've got enough on my plate trying to keep my shop from going under, my overbearing mother off my back, and my baseball team in contention for the league championship...contemporary · humor · new adult · friends to lovers · alpha male · sports · forced proximity · angst · insta-love · erotica -
Magical Midlife Dating: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel by K.F. Breene
The second book in the Leveling Up series by USA Today and Wallstreet Journal Bestselling author K.F. Breene. She must learn to fly, but can she withstand the allure of the handsome new teacher?Book two in the Top 10 Kindle Store and internationally bestselling series by USA Today Bestselling Author, K.F. Breene!The decision has been made...contemporary · paranormal · vampires · humor · shapeshifters · demons · witches · urban fantasy · magic · fantasy -
Poison Throne by Jaymin Eve, Tate James
They're waiting for you.Those four words should have been a warning. They should have filled Violet with dread. But she was so focused on Rafe's disappearance, she forgot.The resistance was supposed to be fighting for a better world. A group of freedom fighters formed during the Monarch War, pushing back against laws that would see everyone enslaved. For a while there, they gave hope...fantasy · legends & fairy tales · young adult · new adult · reverse harem · love triangle · mystery · royalty · dystopian · menage -
FAKE by Tate James
“You’ll always be mine.” The latest taunt from my stalker reminded me I was nothing more than a possession to my father, to the Reapers, to Archer D’Ath. Even to Kody and Steele. Princess Danvers—the prize. His wife. Archer D’Ath’s wife. I hate them. They lied to me. Over and over again. I knew they were lying, and I hate myself for letting it happen...suspense · sports · contemporary · new adult · reverse harem · from hate to love · dark · mystery · mafia · cruel hero -
Fake by Tate James
"You'll always be mine."The latest taunt from my stalker reminded me I was nothing more than a possession to my father, to the Reapers, to Archer D'Ath. Even to Kody and Steele. Princess Danvers―the prize.His wife.Archer D'Ath's wife.I hate them. They lied to me. Over and over again. I knew they were lying, too, and I hate myself for letting it get this far...reverse harem · from hate to love · dark · new adult · contemporary · mafia · mystery · suspense · forced proximity · cruel hero -
The Missing of Clairdelune by Christelle Dabos
Book Two in the Internationally Bestselling Mirror Visitor QuartetWhen our heroine Ophelia is promoted to Vice-storyteller by Farouk, the ancestral Spirit of Pole, she finds herself unexpectedly thrust into the public spotlight and her special gift is revealed to all...fantasy · young adult · magic · mystery · steampunk · high fantasy · from hate to love · paranormal · glimpses-kisses -
The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi
A dramatic and deeply moving novel of three generations coping with secrets, violence, and grief, against a backdrop of political and social unrest.They burned down the market on the day Vivek Oji died.One afternoon, in a town in southeastern Nigeria, a mother opens her front door to discover the lifeless body of her son wrapped in fabric on the welcome mat... -
Unnatural by Alessandra Hazard
A planet at war. Two alphas forced into a political marriage. Attraction that defies all reason and logic… Or does it? The Kingdom of Pelugia and the Republic of Kadar have been at war for decades. Peace isn’t popular, but the planet can’t survive without it... -
Stolen Heir by Sophie Lark
They Murdered My Father, So I Stole Their Daughter…She’s my captive, my little ballerina who dances only for me.Nessa is sweet and innocent. She doesn’t deserve any of this. But that’s how our world works - the wolves eat the lambs, no matter how gentle they may be.I’ll use her to get my revenge. Unless I give in to my hunger first.. -
Colors of Crime: The Complete Series by Sophie Lark
★★★★★ “The heroes are Alpha males, the women are strong and fierce. Each story is set in a different location, with a unique plot and obstacles to overcome… Scorching hot! So intense and entertaining you won’t be able to put them down.”The Lark Notes:1. Emerald: A Dark Mafia Romance – If you liked Callum and Aida in "Brutal Prince" then you will love Ivan and Sloane... -
Colors of Crime : A Dark Mafia Romance Boxset by Sophie Lark
Amazon Bestselling Series with Blazing Hot Chemistry and Explosive Twists!★★★★★ “These books have it all: mystery, romance, suspense, feuding Russian Bratva/Mafia families, hot bedroom scenes, terrific and believable characters!”Emerald: A Dark Mafia Romance Snow: A Romantic Revenge Thriller Ink: An Enemies To Lovers Mafia Romance Ash: A Dark Mafia Romance “Colors of Crime ” is an... -
The Takeover by T.L. Swan
In bestselling author T L Swan’s second hot installment to the Miles High Club series, he’s sexy, rich, and her mortal enemy. Hate never felt so good. I first met Tristan Miles at a meeting where he was trying to take over my late husband’s company. He was powerful, arrogant, and infuriatingly gorgeous, and I hated him with every cell in my body...new adult · contemporary · from hate to love · super rich hero · erotica · age difference · alpha male · humor · angst · sassy heroine -
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Not My Romeo by Ilsa Madden-Mills
Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills delivers a smart and sexy contemporary romance about a smoking-hot professional football player and the small-town girl he can’t resist.We start off with a lie on Valentine’s Day.My blind date isn’t the studious guy I expected: he’s a drop-dead gorgeous player with sinful amber eyes. Somehow we end up at his penthouse...contemporary · new adult · humor · sports · super rich hero · athletes · insta-love · friends to lovers · alpha male · angst -
Emerald Blaze by Ilona Andrews
Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author, continues her spellbinding series set in the Hidden Legacy world where magic controls everything…except the hearts of those who wield it.As Prime magic users, Catalina Baylor and her sisters have extraordinary powers—powers their ruthless grandmother would love to control...paranormal · vampires · fantasy · witches · urban fantasy · contemporary · magic · virgin heroine · suspense · new adult -
Suddenly His by Jessa Kane
Maisy doesn’t take many risks, choosing instead to live vicariously through romance audiobooks while she cleans offices and school buildings after hours... -
Hefty by Jessa Kane
It’s a pathetic tale as old as time. Zach, the hefty offensive lineman for Juniper High School’s football team is in love with the beautiful head cheerleader. Jill is completely out of his league, there’s no way she could ever want him back…oh, and she’s his sister’s best friend...erotica · friends to lovers · virgin heroine · virgin hero · contemporary · college · insta-love · athletes · sports · young adult -
The Kingpin's Weakness by Jessa Kane
Easton Brawn, notorious gangster and self-proclaimed devil, has requested Scout's presence in his luxury box at the MMA fight—after only one glance—and his reputation gives her no choice but to join him there... -
Illicit Promises by Catharina Maura
We both claim we're over each other, so why do we keep finding ourselves back in each other's arms?CarterI thought I was over her, right until she walked back into my life. My head knows she and I will end in disaster, yet my heart can't deny her. Maybe I can convince Emilia to make me her dirty little secret...EmiliaCarter is still the only one I want and the only one I desire... -
Just Friends by Saxon James
RooFive years ago, I walked away from Sunbury, Oregon, and left my best friend behind. The move was supposed to get my life on track. I even had a list. Life changing epilepsy surgery. Check.See the world. CheckGet over my straight best friend … Not exactly.No matter where I go or who I meet, I can’t let Tanner go. I’m back to tell him how I feel. To get the closure I need once and for all...