Top new romance books out this week: 10 Jan - 16 Jan 2021
Last updated:
January 16, 2021
This week featuring new releases by Angie Thomas, Raven Kennedy, Chloe Liese, Ruby Dixon, Ilona Andrews, C.N. Crawford, Eden Finley, Cate Ashwood Designs, Finley Fenn, Vi Keeland, Luanne G. Smith and many more.
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Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
International phenomenon Angie Thomas revisits Garden Heights seventeen years before the events of The Hate U Give in this searing and poignant exploration of Black boyhood and manhood.If there’s one thing seventeen-year-old Maverick Carter knows, it’s that a real man takes care of his family. As the son of a former gang legend, Mav does that the only way he knows how: dealing for the King Lords... -
Glint by Raven Kennedy
“You want to make your life easier? Then be the caged bird that you are and sing.”For ten years, I’ve lived in a gilded cage inside King Midas’s golden castle. But one night changed everything.Now I’m here, a prisoner of Fourth Kingdom’s army, and I’m not sure if I’m going to make it out of this in one piece...fantasy · legends & fairy tales · fae · magic · from hate to love · paranormal · new adult · royalty · abuse · dark -
Ever After Always by Chloe Liese
Buckle up for an emotional journey of hijinks, heartache, and a hot slow-burn in this marriage-in-crisis romance about going the distance to make love last. Aiden I’ve spent twelve years loving Freya Bergman and twelve lifetimes won’t be enough to give her everything she deserves. She’s my passionate, tender-hearted wife, my best friend, and all I want is to make her happy...humor · contemporary · angst · forced proximity · mental illness · beta hero · curvy heroine · slow burn · erotica · second chances -
When She's Bold by Ruby Dixon
On Risda III, it’s custom for women to marry for convenience. It provides safety and security in a universe that offers none for humans.Me, I don’t really *need* a husband. I just want one. And I want one man in particular. There’s a new guy in town, a by-the-books military man named Rektar. Every day I show up to his office and flirt with him. I bring pies. I twirl my hair... -
Blood Heir by Ilona Andrews
An all-new novel set in the Kate Daniels World and featuring Julie Lennart-Olsen, Kate and Curran's ward. Atlanta was always a dangerous city. Now, as waves of magic and technology compete for supremacy, it’s a place caught in a slow apocalypse, where monsters spawn among the crumbling skyscrapers and supernatural factions struggle for power and survival...werewolves · paranormal · vampires · fantasy · shapeshifters · magic · urban fantasy · dystopian · strong heroine · witches -
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Rapture by C.N. Crawford
The angel of death locked me in one of his castle rooms, surrounded by books and delicious food. Not bad, right? Except for the loneliness, and the lust-fueled dreams that torment me every night. Specifically, dreams of Samael. And did I mention a psychotic ghost keeps trying to kill me? Because no one else believes me about that... -
Thorned Heart by Eden Finley, Cate Ashwood Designs
Being in love with a client sucks.As Cash Me Outside’s band manager, I’ve been nothing but professional for years. But the lead guitarist tortures me daily just by breathing.Sebastian Rose has no idea how I feel about him, and I intend to keep it that way.I can’t break my rules. Seb doesn’t do serious, and I won’t risk my job for something temporary... -
The Duchess and the Orc by Finley Fenn
He’s a massive, mocking, murderous monster. And there’s only one thing he wants from her... In a world of recently warring orcs and men, Maria is desperate for escape. She’s trapped in an opulent prison, tainted by rumours of madness, and wed to a cold, vindictive duke who hungers only for war... -
The Invitation by Vi Keeland
The first time I met Hudson Rothschild was at a wedding. I’d received an unexpected invitation to one of the swankiest venues in the city.Hudson was a groomsman and quite possibly the most gorgeous man I’d ever laid eyes on. He asked me to dance, and our chemistry was off the charts.I knew it wasn’t a good idea to get involved with him, considering the wedding I was at... -
The Conjurer by Luanne G. Smith
Sidra didn’t murder her husband. Yet even a jinni can’t wish away a wrongful imprisonment. Determined to prove her innocence, she returns to her adopted home—a French village renowned for its perfume witches—with her friends Elena and Yvette by her side. Here is where Sidra’s true destiny awaits, but danger also lurks in the village’s narrow lanes...legends & fairy tales · young adult · historical · paranormal · witches · fantasy · magic · urban fantasy -
Cursed Opal by Kathryn Ann Kingsley
Hugo Finch saved Opal’s life…but now his dark secret might kill them both.Opal had received a lot of propositions in her career, but none were as tempting as when the commander of the West Wind Dominion offered to save her life. But like all things, it would come at a price. What he would have to do to save her would leave her...not human.But Hugo Finch was not entirely what he seemed... -
The Queen's Crown by K.M. Shea
Since the day I was crowned Queen of the Night Court, someone has been trying to kill me. Yay, me!Finding my would-be-killer has been last on my to do list for a long time—which should tell you what a dumpster fire my life has been. But I can’t ignore it anymore. Whoever is plotting against me is getting serious. If I don’t do something soon I might not survive their next attempt...paranormal · urban fantasy · fantasy · young adult · witches · magic · fae · royalty · clean · marriage of convenience -
Property Of The Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Tall, dark and muscled like a god, Beau Barnett is great with an axe. Every woman in Rockhead Point wants a taste of the mountain man. Including me. Except he doesn’t even know my name. I’m just the girl behind the counter filling his coffee, while he grunts and grumbles, barely making eye contact... -
The Pain in Loving You: An Angsty Romance Collection by Kandi Steiner
An Angsty Romance CollectionA longing look across the room. A forbidden touch in the dark. A love that hurts… in the best way.From bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes an angsty collection of three gut-wrenching, heart-stopping romances that will have you on the edge of your seat from the first hitched breath until the very last kiss... -
Reclaimed by Jaymin Eve
They all made a terrible mistake. One they will pay for.For the past ten years I’ve been a victim. A victim to my pack. A victim to my true mate, who rejected me in the most brutal of ways. And a victim to Shadow Beast, who used me for his own gains.Or did he?The beast of mystery never reveals his whole hand, but one thing is for sure… in my time with him, I've changed...paranormal · shapeshifters · urban fantasy · fantasy · demons · new adult · fae · erotica · alpha male · suspense -
Wolf Roulette by Kelly St. Clare
Deception Valley is living up to its name.Exiled from my tribe.Living with a pack who hates me.In bed with a werewolf I can’t ignore.Things were simple when I just had to win the game. Yet now, even winning means I’ll end up the loser. Big time.The mysteries surrounding my mother might be solved, but I’m haunted by her lies and sorry end...paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · urban fantasy · werewolves · from hate to love · vampires · new adult · strong heroine · erotica -
Cruel Elite: A Dark High School Bully Romance by Nicole Fox
Two years ago, Noah Boone broke my heart.This semester, he’s coming to break the rest of me.Noah Boone is a cruel, gorgeous beast.He’s got a head full of darkness…And a heart dead-set on revenge.For two years, we’ve lived by a single rule.Pretend the past never happened.But with one semester left at Ravenlake Academy, that truce has come to a sudden end.Our secrets are coming to light... -
Enemy Dearest by Winter Renshaw
I loved him. I lost him. And now he’s back. August Monreaux was a stormy sea of a man, the dark between the stars, an electric chill cutting through a crowded room—all wrapped into one wicked, beautiful package. He was also off-limits. My entire life, I was kept a safe distance from the notoriously virulent Monreauxs, banned from so much as breathing the same air... -
Roommate by Sarina Bowen
Wanted: One roommate to share a 3-bedroom house, split the rent, and ideally not be the guy I can’t stop thinking about.I’m a man with too many secrets, so the last thing I need is a new roommate with a sexy smile and blue eyes that see right through me. Eight years ago, Roderick left town after high school. We’re not friends. I owe him nothing...contemporary · m-m · friends to lovers · new adult · erotica · forced proximity · angst · from hate to love · grumpy sunshine · office -
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The Last Garden in England by Julia Kelly
Present day: Emma Lovett, who has dedicated her career to breathing new life into long-neglected gardens, has just been given the opportunity of a lifetime: to restore the gardens of the famed Highbury House estate, designed in 1907 by her hero Venetia Smith. But as Emma dives deeper into the gardens’ past, she begins to uncover secrets that have long lain hidden... -
The Persuasion by Iris Johansen
When she becomes a madman's target, Eve Duncan's daughter Jane must team up with longtime love interest Seth Caleb in this suspense novel from the #1 bestselling author of Smokescreen.Forensic sculptor Eve Duncan and ex-Navy Seal Joe Quinn are about to give Seth Caleb their trust for the most important duty of his life: keeping their daughter, Jane, safe at any cost... -
Wish by Jocelynn Drake, A.J. Sherwood
North has a map of Europe, a dragon scale, and a little bit of magic.He’s currently short a dragon, but all in good time, right? Right.Because he can totally dodge dangerous men and frustrated calls from his family, all while searching for a dragon during the Christmas season. He’s got this.Christmas wishes do come true with a little magic, after all...multicultural · urban fantasy · fantasy · m-m · paranormal · magic · christmas · contemporary · shapeshifters · insta-love -
Shielding Riley by Susan Stoker
Porter “Oz” Reed knew better than most how words could hurt just as much as a fist. He never planned on getting married or having kids, but all that changed when his nine-year-old nephew was dropped off on his doorstep. Riley Rogers is done with men. But her plan to stay single takes a hit when her tall, dark, and very handsome neighbor needs assistance with his nephew... -
Flakes: A Licking Thicket Prequel Novella by Lucy Lennox, May Archer
Colin’s Do’s and Don’ts for a Happy New Year:1. Do not develop a crush on your archnemesis, contractor Ryder Richards.2. Do finish remodeling the heinous mega-mansion with him well before the first snowflakes fall on New Year’s Eve. 3. Do not notice that he's still the hottest man in Licking Thicket. 4. Do not let that gorgeous man provoke you. 5. Do not let his provocation distract you. 6... -
You Have a Match by Emma Lord
A new love, a secret sister, and a summer she'll never forget. When Abby signs up for a DNA service, it’s mainly to give her friend and secret love interest, Leo, a nudge. After all, she knows who she is already: Avid photographer. Injury-prone tree climber. Best friend to Leo and Connie … although ever since the B.E.I. (Big Embarrassing Incident) with Leo, things have been awkward on that front... -
Savage Vow: A Dark Mafia Arranged Marriage Romance by Zoe Blake
I took her innocence as payment. She was far too young and naïve to be betrothed to a monster like me. I would bring only pain and darkness into her sheltered world. That’s why she ran.I should’ve just let her go… She never asked to marry into a powerful Russian mafia family. None of this was her choice. Unfortunately for her, I don’t care...suspense · mafia · dark · alpha male · from hate to love · arranged marriage · age difference · contemporary · bad boys · erotica -
The Savage God: A Fated Mates Fantasy Romance by Eliza Raine, Rose Wilson
In order to save my only friend’s life, I am being forced to complete three Trials set by the Lords of War; Pain, Panic and Terror. And I have to work with the most arrogant, stubborn, untrustworthy jerk in Olympus to do so. Ares not only won’t teach me how to use my powers, he also keeps trying to steal them. And he's crossed a line that should be unforigvable... -
First Blood by Eliot Grayson
Blood is a necessity, but love is a luxury they can’t afford...Vampire enforcer Victor Schmidt doesn’t have time for distraction. His enhanced senses can track human blood in or out of a body, but it doesn’t usually smell like oranges, honey, and temptation. And it’s not usually coursing through the veins of a beautiful back-alley rentboy...m-m · vampires · paranormal · fantasy · urban fantasy · age difference · shapeshifters · abuse · contemporary · dark -
Love At First Touch by Olivia T. Turner
My brother is running my family’s company into the ground and there’s only one man I can turn to for help.Westin Cline.His business sense is as sharp as his looks.He’s the smartest man I know with a commanding presence that shakes me to my core.I want him to fix my family’s company.He will, for a price.One date.One night with me and he says he’ll make all my problems disappear.But it’s a lie... -
Repeat Offender by Lani Lynn Vale
Lynnwood Thatcher Windsor has lived a lot of lies. Seen a lot of good men go down.But he will not stand by and watch as the world he’s built from the ground up burns to ashes before his eyes. Even if he has to build an army to combat the problem he sees brewing around him... -
Hard Code by Anna Zaires, Dima Zales, Misha Bell
My new assignment at work: test out toys. Yup, that kind.Well, technically, it’s to test the app that controls the toys remotely.One problem? The showgirl who’s supposed to test the hardware (as in, the actual toys) joins a nunnery.Another problem? This project is important to my Russian boss, the broody, mouthwateringly sexy Vlad, a.k.a The Impaler... -
جهان مردگان، آرژانتین by Daniel Loedel
A decade after fleeing for his life, a man is pulled back to Argentina by an undying love. It was the most obvious thing in the world that I'd follow her wherever she went. I always had. In 1976, Tomás Oriilla is a medical student in Buenos Aires, where he's moved in hopes of reuniting with Isabel, a childhood crush... -
Gym Bunny by Brianna Hale
Livia’s back on her feet after a toxic dom/sub relationship that left her self-esteem in tatters. Now, Dom Fitness has opened on her street, reminding her of every terrible thing her ex made her believe about herself. A place like Dom Fitness is dangerous, and especially dangerous is the gorgeous personal trainer Trey with his entrancing green eyes and luscious muscles... -
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The Alien Bounty Hunters Complete Series: Books 1-8 by Michele Mills
One touch is all it takes…Warning: Each story in this sci fi romance series contains a never-before-touched, seven-foot-tall alpha alien Bounty Hunter who remains unmated until the moment his bare claw accidentally clasps the palm of the human who is about to become his Bride. Each warrior is shocked to discover a female from this rare species is his fated mate... -
The Forever Girl: A Novel by Jill Shalvis
New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis does it once again with a heartfelt story of family, forgiveness, and secrets that have the power to change the course of more than one life... -
A Kiss For You by K.A. Linde, Rachel Van Dyken, T.M. Frazier, Staci Hart
It’s more than a kiss. More than a touch. More than a book.A Kiss for You is a collection of four romances, you’ll be glad you devoured. Over 800 pages and 3 standalone novels and a best selling duet that readers can’t stop talking about.The four best-selling novels included are:The Dark Ones by Rachel Van Dyken Bad Penny by Staci Hart King Duet by T.M. Frazier The Wright Brother by K... -
How to Get Lucky by Lauren Blakely, Joe Arden
A sexy standalone romance written by #1 NYT Bestselling Author Lauren Blakely and Award-Winning Romance Narrator Joe Arden! Every man knows there are lines you don't cross. Like this one -- don't bang your boss's little sister.Too bad I didn't know sexy, clever, irresistible London is related to the guy who signs my paychecks... -
Fight by Nicole Dykes
It’s always been Shaw and Carter against the world. Life has never been easy, but they’ve found solace in each other. Together they are strong and combat the hell they were born into. School is ending, and choices must be made. But with change comes pain. And both seek a better life... -
Second Chance by Gena Showalter
She’s never felt desired. He’s never craved a woman more…in this sizzling classic from New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter. Previously published as Can’t Hardly Breathe.Dorothea Mathis has overcome the obstacles life tossed her way…but she can’t shake her long-standing crush on former Army Ranger Daniel Porter...contemporary · humor · alpha male · new adult · friends to lovers · bad boys · second chances · military -
My One And Only by Layla Hagen
Tess Winchester loves her life. Her family is growing with new nieces and nephews for her to spoil. And her lingerie business is really taking off, so in order to keep up with demand she needs more capital. Though Tess had always dreamed about finding Mr. Right, and having a family of her own, dating hasn’t been easy so working extra hours is never a problem...