Top new romance books out this week: 23 Jan - 29 Jan 2022
Last updated:
January 29, 2022
This week featuring new releases by Ana Huang, Opal Reyne, Lola Rock, Lily Mayne, Mila Finelli, Megan Bannen, Elizabeth von Arnim, A.K. Caggiano, Alexis Hall, Damon Suede, Mary Calmes and many more.
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Twisted Hate by Ana Huang
He hates her...almost as much as he wants her. Gorgeous, cocky, and fast on his way to becoming a hotshot doctor, Josh Chen has never met a woman he couldn’t charm—except for Jules f**king Ambrose.The beautiful redhead has been a thorn in his side since they met, but she also consumes his thoughts in a way no woman ever has...multicultural · forced proximity · new adult · from hate to love · contemporary · dark · alpha male · angst · erotica · grumpy sunshine -
Storms of Paine by Opal Reyne
After the storm that separates them, Captains Rosetta Silver and Alister Paine find themselves sailing side by side together once more. Their passion refuses to fizzle out and burns brighter, hotter, and, frighteningly, deeper every time. Rosetta manages to convince the land hating Alister to port. They need supplies and the Laughing Siren still needs repairs... -
Pack Darling: Part Two by Lola Rock
After a disaster of a first heat, I’m ready to swear off alphas and escape to a cabin in the woods.My body has other plans.Now that I’m awakened, I can’t survive another heat alone.Problem is, I hate alphas, hate packs, and really super hate the so-called mates I can’t forgive and can’t forget...new adult · fantasy · reverse harem · abuse · urban fantasy · menage · from hate to love · contemporary · paranormal · erotica -
Mortal Skin by Lily Mayne
MM Fae Romance I first saw the Folk when I was a little boy. When they started appearing in my garden, with their unnatural, cruel beauty and honeyed words and veiled taunts. I grew up with big green eyes watching me from the forest. Whispers from the trees. Shimmering skin darting between the bushes. Black creatures always lurking in the shadows. While they were here, I thought nothing of them...fantasy · m-m · angst · fae · new adult · from hate to love · magic · royalty · paranormal · anal sex -
Mafia Darling by Mila Finelli
FAUSTO: In my world, loyalty is everything. I shouldn’t have let her get close. I shouldn’t have let her get under my skin. But that doesn’t mean I’ll let another take her from me. He’ll pay with his life, because nothing will keep me from reclaiming what I lost. Francesca is mine and I’m keeping her...contemporary · suspense · mafia · from hate to love · age difference · arranged marriage · dark · sassy heroine · age play · spanking -
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Soulswift by Megan Bannen
Gelya is a Vessel, a girl who channels the word of the One True God through song. Cloistered with the other Vessels of her faith, she believes—as all Ovinists do—that a saint imprisoned Elath the Great Demon centuries ago, saving humanity from earthly temptation.When Gelya stumbles into a deadly cover-up by the Ovinists’ military, she reluctantly teams up with Tavik, an enemy soldier, to survive...fantasy · young adult · high fantasy · magic · from hate to love · historical · dystopian · paranormal -
The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim
The Enchanted April is a 1922 novel by British writer Elizabeth von Arnim. Inspired by a month-long holiday to the Italian Riviera, the work was a US and UK bestseller soon after its initial release, and is perhaps the most widely read and most ebullient of her novels.Von Arnim wrote, and set, the book in the Castello Brown, a medieval castle in Portofino... -
The Willful Inheritor by A.K. Caggiano
Hiding out in the charmed world has its perks: fae do your laundry, doors can lead to other dimensions, and the dragons are only pigeon-sized. But the downsides to magic are rearing their monstrous heads at Lorelei Fischer. With the deed found and the mysteries around the bewitching bed and breakfast nearly unraveled, Moonlit Shores Manor is finally under new management...paranormal · fantasy · humor · urban fantasy · contemporary · magic · witches · grumpy sunshine · slow burn · forced proximity -
Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall
From the acclaimed author of Boyfriend Material comes a delightfully witty romance featuring a reserved duke who’s betrothed to one twin and hopelessly enamoured of the other.Valentine Layton, the Duke of Malvern, has twin problems: literally.It was always his father’s hope that Valentine would marry Miss Arabella Tarleton...historical · regency · humor · m-m · forced proximity · anal sex · virgin hero · grumpy sunshine · sunny hero · class difference -
Heart2Heart: A Charity Anthology, Volume 3 by Damon Suede, Mary Calmes, Charlie Cochet, Annabeth Albert
Once upon a time, a group of authors wondered… What if the Heart2Heart app -- the dating app with a glitch that matched up the oddest, most perfect couples, and sponsored the charity date raffles that helped dozens of people find love -- offered a classifieds section, too? Need a handyman who knows how to wear a tool belt? Have a closet of drag costumes that needs a new home? How about finally... -
Running Wild by K.A. Tucker
From the internationally bestselling author of The Simple Wild comes the story of a woman at a crossroads in her life, struggling between the safe route and the one that will only lead to more heartbreak.Veterinarian Marie Lehr knows unrequited love all too well after pining for her best friend, only to watch him marry another woman... -
The Roughest Draft by Emily Wibberley, Austin Siegemund-Broka
They were cowriting literary darlings until they hit a plot hole that turned their lives upside down.Three years ago, Katrina Freeling and Nathan Van Huysen were the brightest literary stars on the horizon, their cowritten books topping bestseller lists. But on the heels of their greatest success, they ended their partnership on bad terms, for reasons neither would divulge to the public... -
Seeing Red by Colette Rhodes
Who’s afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?Me. I am very much afraid of the Big Bad Wolf, like any human with a healthy sense of self-preservation would be.I miss the days when wolves were just animals in the forest rather than a thing people turn into, but thanks to Frank, this is the world I live in now. The blinders are off, and the world is nothing like I thought it was... -
Lifeline by Michelle Heard
I was her partner.Her ride or die.She was my lifeline.My sanity.Until I did the unspeakable.The unforgivable.I thought I was strong enough, but I was wrong.I became the monster I was sent to take down.Losing my lifeline… there's no surviving without her. This is an UNDERCOVER FBI DARK ROMANCE. Complete standalone.WARNING: 18+ only. Please read responsibly. THIS NOVEL CONTAINS TRIGGERING CONTENT... -
A Vow So Bold and Deadly by Brigid Kemmerer
Face your fears, fight the battle.Emberfall is crumbling fast, torn between those who believe Rhen is the rightful prince and those who are eager to begin a new era under Grey, the true heir. Grey has agreed to wait two months before attacking Emberfall, and in that time, Rhen has turned away from everyone—even Harper, as she desperately tries to help him find a path to peace... -
A Heart Of Bitter Poison by Brynne Weaver
The second book in the dark, sexy, and wickedly funny bestselling Shadow Realm paranormal romance series for readers of Laura Thalassa, Sarah J Maas, Kerri Maniscalco, and Jennifer L Armentrout.An executioner and a bounty. A soldier and a weapon.The hunter and the prey that won’t go down. After centuries in hiding, the last of the original sirens took a chance on love.And it blew up in her face...paranormal · vampires · fantasy · contemporary · dark · angels · demons · witches · forbidden love · explicit-open-door -
2 Fights by Nikki Castle
A toxic ex.A girl who lost herself.A childhood friend helping her find the way back.When Hailey finally ends her relationship with her narcissistic ex-boyfriend, she thinks all her troubles have ended. But what she doesn’t realize is that the wounds he inflicted aren’t on her skin, but in the way she sees herself. And the only person capable of helping her heal has been in her corner all her life... -
Camorra Chronicles Collection Volume 2 by Cora Reilly
This volume includes books 4 - 6 of the Camorra Chronicles:Twisted BondsTwisted HeartsTwisted... -
Mrs. Wiggins by Mary Monroe
New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe returns to the Deep South Depression-era town of her scandalous Mama Ruby series, in this tale of a woman determined to have a respectable life--and she'll do anything to keep it...The daughter of a prostitute mother and an alcoholic father, Maggie Franklin knew her only way out was to marry someone upstanding and church-going... -
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Luck of the Demon by Stacia Stark
Within a matter of days, Samael will turn to ash.And there’s a high chance I’ll die with him. To save both our lives, I’m calling in every favor and debt owed to me.I’ll travel through realms.I’ll tussle with mythical creatures. And I’ll hand over the things I value most– even if it means playing right into Lucifer’s hands.I never could have imagined I’d risk everything for a demon... -
Getting Real by Emma Chase
A sexy, hilarious, emotional, new romance from New York Times bestselling author Emma Chase.Connor Daniels never thought he’d be starting over at dating square one. His career as a successful doctor, and his three boys, are everything to him. It’s not exactly a set-up conducive to a scorching love life—but he’s giving it a shot...contemporary · humor · age difference · friends to lovers · pregnancy · second chances · doctors · cheerful heroine · office · erotica -
Munro by Kresley Cole
The next stand-alone installment in the electrifying Immortals After Dark series by #1 New York Times best-selling author Kresley Cole. Venture deeper into the Lore, fierce realm of the immortals—if you dare. . . .TORMENTED IN UNIMAGINABLE WAYS Coming off torture at the hands of his warlock captors, Munro MacRieve never expected to find his mate, or to lose her just as abruptly...paranormal · vampires · from hate to love · new adult · werewolves · fantasy · shapeshifters · urban fantasy · time travel · magic -
Blood Lands by Stacey Marie Brown
Nobody can hear your screams from the depths of hell…Those who survived Halálház, never imagined going back.But this isn’t Halálház, this is Věrhăza, and nothing can prepare any of them for this.With General Markos in control of the new prison, torture and cruelty is taken to a whole new level. But what Brexley is forced to do, will not only change her, but the course of the future...fantasy · paranormal · urban fantasy · new adult · suspense · angst · mystery · magic · demons · witches -
The Booty by Willa Nash
A free short story exclusively for Willa Nash newsletter subscribers. This book is not tied to anything else in the Calamity Montana series other than the town itself, so you don't need to have read a prior story before diving in.For Lola Jennings, Valentine’s Day means a good book and an extra-large glass of wine... -
River of Shadows by Karina Halle
River of Shadows is an adult dark fantasy romance based on Finnish mythology and the underworld of Tuonela.When 24-year old Hanna Heikkinen's estranged father dies, she reluctantly makes the trip to Northern Finland for his funeral. Being in the enchanting land of ice and snow feels miles away from Hanna's busy life back in Los Angeles, especially under the complicated circumstances... -
Highland Wolf by Lynsay Sands
New York Times Bestselling Author Lynsay Sands delivers another sexy historical romance set in the wilds of the HighlandsIn all her daydreams about her wedding day, Lady Claray MacFarlane never once imagined being dragged to the altar by her greedy uncle and forced to marry a man she didn't know...humor · medieval · historical · highlander · arranged marriage · cold hero · suspense · forced proximity · abduction · dual-pov -
Tyrant's Revenge by Raven Dark, Olivia Alexander
The only way to stop the evil from my past is to put my life in the hands of the monster in my bed.Tyrant, president of the Soulless Assassins MC, is hot as hell and he scares me to death.He holds me prisoner for my brother’s crimes against his club.I am just his pawn in a sick and twisted game.He will use and humiliate me as he sees fit until he has my brother’s head...dark · age difference · virgin heroine · from hate to love · bikers · vengeance · alpha male · contemporary · abuse · bad boys -
Tormented by the Warlord by V.K. Ludwig
I won’t touch her. But I will torment her soul.While the other warlords mate with the daughters of our enemy, I want nothing to do with these political marriages. Fate calls me north, searching for what the shamans say will complete my soul.An impossible task without more warriors at my command... -
Alien Hunter: A SciFi Alien Romance by Ursa Dax
“Now that I have found her, I refuse to lose her...”THERESAOne by one, I’ve seen my friends fall in love with the alien warriors on this planet. I’m so happy for them, but I can’t help but feel jealous. More than any other single girl on this planet, I want what they have – a mate. After a childhood in foster care and an adulthood littered with crappy boyfriends, I just want to find my place...aliens · science fiction · alpha male · angst · from hate to love · forced proximity · insta-love · humor · monsters · fated-mates -
Quiet in Her Bones by Nalini Singh
In this gripping thriller set in New Zealand, New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh takes you into the twisted world of an exclusive cul-de-sac located on the edge of a sprawling forest. My mother vanished ten years ago. So did a quarter of a million dollars in cash. Thief. Bitch. Criminal. Now, she's back. Her bones clothed in scarlet silk... -
We the Pretty Stars by Eden O'Neill
He's a supernova... wild and untamed but I refuse to let his light die. If need be, I'll be that light for him.We'll end this together.The body count is rising in Maywood Heights and Royal seems determined to add to that number. He wants to take out those who hurt Paige. Though I want justice too, I'm not sure how far his need for revenge will take him. These flames might consume him in the end...high-school · dark · new adult · mystery · young adult · from hate to love · cruel hero · contemporary -
Last Seen Alive by Joanna Schaffhausen
The fifth book in Joanna Schaffhausen's heartpounding Ellery Hathaway mystery series.Boston detective Ellery Hathaway met FBI agent Reed Markham when he pried open a serial killer’s closet to rescue her. Years on, their relationship remains defined by that moment and by Francis Coben’s horrific crimes. To free herself from Coben’s legacy, Ellery had to walk away from Reed, too... -
Claimed by Laura Pavlov
𝑵𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒗𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒆’𝒔 𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒎𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒄 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓. 𝑾𝒆𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒙𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒆. 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉 𝒔𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕. 𝑯𝒆’𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒃𝒐𝒚 𝑰’𝒗𝒆 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑰’𝒎 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒕... -
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The Temperature of Me and You by Brian Zepka
Sixteen-year-old Dylan Highmark thought his winter was going to be full of boring shifts at the Dairy Queen, until he finds himself in love with a boy who's literally too hot to handle.Dylan has always wanted a boyfriend, but the suburbs surrounding Philadelphia do not have a lot in the way of options...young adult · fantasy · contemporary · science fiction · m-m · magic · mystery · urban fantasy · superheroes · paranormal -
The Plan by Karla Sorensen
Have you ever fake dated your bodyguard? I don't recommend it. Especially if he's anything like Erik Wilder: former football player, world class know-it-all and unapologetic grump. To be clear, I didn't want a bodyguard (hence the fake dating idea). Most days, I can’t figure out why he wants the job either. We drive each other insane, probably because we’re as opposite as two people can be... -
Founded on Goodbye by Kat Singleton
His songs were better when he had a broken heart. That sentence would change my life after my dream job was dished to me on a shiny, silver platter. All I had to do? Hurt Nash Pierce enough to get him writing good music again. The pop icon’s songs were no longer the phenomena they used to be. His team needed another breakthrough album—like the first he’d penned, using his heartbreak as fuel... -
Savage Road by Christine Feehan
#1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan explores uncharted territory in the new Torpedo Ink Motorcycle Club novel.When Savin “Savage” Pajari and Seychelle Dubois first met, their connection was instant, their attraction undeniable. Their relationship has been full throttle since day one. Even though months have passed, the passion and love between them has only increased...demons · historical · vampires · contemporary · witches · shapeshifters · humor · fantasy · paranormal · urban fantasy -
Dark Hunter’s Prey by I. T. Lucas
When Alena and Orion join Kalugal and Jacki on a romantic vacation to the enchanting Lake Lugo in China, they anticipate a couple of visits to Kalugal’s archeological dig, some sightseeing, and a lot of lovemaking. Their excursion takes an unexpected turn when Jacki’s vision sends them on a perilous hunt for the elusive Kra-ell...paranormal · vampires · science fiction · shapeshifters · angels · demons · witches · fantasy · contemporary · age difference -
Happily Ever After Cookbook: Original Recipes for Book Lovers by Louise Bay, Jana Aston, Tasha Boyd
Immerse yourself in the world of romance with book-inspired recipes! Bestselling authors of your favorite novels teamed up with private chefs to develop original dishes. Now you can cook your way to a happily ever after...Enjoy New Orleans Gumbo from Kennedy Ryan's RITA-Award Winner Long Shot. Then bite into Texas BBQ Tacos from USA Today bestselling author K.A. Linde's The Wright Brother... -
City of Gods and Monsters by Kayla Edwards
Welcome to the city of Angelthene. We hope you survive.Loren Calla has only ever been ordinary. As a human struggling to survive in a city that caters to the needs of vampires, werewolves, witches, and other supernatural creatures, she always assumed her life would remain simple, predictable, and as safe as her world would allow...paranormal · fantasy · urban fantasy · new adult · mystery · suspense · magic · monsters · demons · witches