Top new romance books out this week: 1 May - 7 May 2022
Last updated:
May 7, 2022
This week featuring new releases by Ali Hazelwood, Emily Henry, Rina Kent, Angie Thomas, Pip Williams, Ruby Dixon, Chetan Bhagat, Kim Michele Richardson, Sarah J. Maas, Casey McQuiston and many more.
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Under One Roof by Ali Hazelwood
From the New York Times best-selling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new steamy, STEMinist novella….A scientist should never cohabitate with her annoyingly hot nemesis – it leads to combustion.Mara, Sadie, and Hannah are friends first, scientists always... -
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
One summer. Two rivals. A plot twist they didn’t see coming…Nora Stephens’ life is books—she’s read them all—and she is not that type of heroine. Not the plucky one, not the laidback dream girl, and especially not the sweetheart. In fact, the only people Nora is a heroine for are her clients, for whom she lands enormous deals as a cutthroat literary agent, and her beloved little sister Libby... -
Empire of Lust by Rina Kent
My Boss. My hell.When I slept with a faceless jock as a teen, I didn’t think I would become pregnant.I also didn’t think I would lose that child.Several years later, I find out that my daughter is alive and I’m given a second chance.One problem, though.The faceless jock isn’t so faceless anymore. He has a name everyone fears; Kingsley Shaw.A ruthless bastard. A heartless devil...from hate to love · contemporary · suspense · dark · cruel hero · alpha male · new adult · pregnancy · secret child · super rich hero -
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
An alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780062498533 can be found here.Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed... -
The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
Esme is born into a world of words. Motherless and irrepressibly curious, she spends her childhood in the Scriptorium, an Oxford garden shed in which her father and a team of dedicated lexicographers are collecting words for the very first Oxford English Dictionary. Young Esme’s place is beneath the sorting table, unseen and unheard... -
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When She's Lonely: A Risdaverse Tale by Ruby Dixon
Everyone says humans are safe on Risda III.Yeah, right.I was taken from Earth years ago and I’ve learned one thing - a flawed human is a dead human. So I keep my flaws to myself, and I focus on running my farm.At least, I try to. But when I (accidentally) burn the barn down, one of the local officials shows up to help me put it out... -
Half Girlfriend by Chetan Bhagat
HALF GIRLFRIEND (HINDI) Once upon a time, there was a Bihari boy called Madhav. He fell in love with a girl from Delhi called Riya. Madhav didn't speak English well. Riya did. Madhav wanted a relationship. Riya didn't. Riya just wanted friendship. Madhav didn't. Riya suggested a compromise. She agreed to be his half girlfriend...contemporary · young adult · new adult · south asian · fantasy · friends to lovers · magic · paranormal -
The Book Woman's Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek!Bestselling historical fiction author Kim Michele Richardson is back with the perfect book club read following Honey Lovett, the daughter of the beloved Troublesome book woman, who must fight for her own independence with the help of the women who guide her and the books that set her free...historical · racism · young adult · abuse · 20th century · contemporary · death · mystery · small town -
A Court of Thorns and Roses [Dramatized Adaptation] by Sarah J. Maas
The sexy, action-packed first dramatized audiobook adaptation in the #1 New York Times bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses series from Sarah J. Maas. Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music! When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution... -
I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
From the New York Times bestselling author of One Last Stop and Red, White & Royal Blue comes a debut YA romantic comedy about chasing down what you want, only to find what you need...Chloe Green is so close to winning...young adult · contemporary · mystery · from hate to love · f-f · high-school · humor · queer · glimpses-kisses · found-family -
Book of Night by Holly Black
In Charlie Hall’s world, shadows can be altered, for entertainment and cosmetic preferences—but also to increase power and influence. You can alter someone’s feelings—and memories—but manipulating shadows has a cost, with the potential to take hours or days from your life...fantasy · urban fantasy · paranormal · mystery · magic · contemporary · dark · new adult · young adult · science fiction -
The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas
Mexican Gothic meets Rebecca in this debut supernatural suspense novel, set in the aftermath of the Mexican War of Independence, about a remote house, a sinister haunting, and the woman pulled into their clutches... In the overthrow of the Mexican government, Beatriz’s father is executed and her home destroyed...mystery · historical · fantasy · paranormal · suspense · witches · magic · dark · contemporary · death -
Lilah by Ashlyn Montgomery
He'd never met someone with such a bubbly personality. Not to mention the wildness and odd phrases she'd say every five minutes. He hates it. He hates how he can't stay away from it. He hates what she does to him; it's not like him to chase after some girl. She gets under his skin like no other.She'd never met someone with such a bad attitude. He's ill-mannered and menacing... -
Ruthless Rival by L.J. Shen
When she was young, Arya Roth became best friends with her housekeeper’s son. Soon, friendship turned to young love, and when Arya dared him to kiss her, a chain reaction of disastrous events led to the boy being sent away and out of Arya’s life.Now, two decades later, Arya is an on-the-rise publicist with her beloved father as one of her biggest clients... -
First Love by Ivan Turgenev
Vladimir Petrovich Voldemar, a 16-year-old, is staying in the country with his family and meets Zinaida Alexandrovna Zasyekina, a beautiful 21-year-old woman, staying with her mother, Princess Zasyekina, in a wing of the manor... -
Inheritance by Katharine McGee
Princess Beatrice realizes what’s expected of her as heir apparent—and it is not riding in cars, alone, with her Revere Guard. But what the Crown doesn’t know won’t hurt it…right? Princess Samantha is already bored of her own graduation party. She swears she isn’t looking for trouble, but when the king and queen are away, the spare will play…... -
Owned by a Sinner by Michelle Heard
Coming soon from USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author Michelle Heard, a new standalone, full-length Irish Mafia Romance novel. All I want to do is take care of my dad, so when I land the job of a lifetime that will take care of our expenses, I grab at the chance with both hands. Little do I know, the impossible will be expected of me...suspense · cold hero · alpha male · contemporary · angst · age difference · forced proximity · office · grumpy sunshine · mafia -
By the Book by Jasmine Guillory
A tale as old as time—for a new generation… Isabelle is completely lost. When she first began her career in publishing right out of college, she did not expect to be twenty-five, living at home, still an editorial assistant, and the only Black employee at her publishing house... -
The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin
For centuries, witches have maintained the climate, their power from the sun peaking in the season of their birth. But now their control is faltering as the atmosphere becomes more erratic. All hope lies with Clara, an Everwitch whose rare magic is tied to every season.In Autumn, Clara wants nothing to do with her power... -
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The Stand-In by Lily Chu
Gracie Reed is doing just fine. Sure, she was fired by her overly "friendly" boss, and yes she still hasn't gotten her mother into the nursing home of their dreams, but she's healthy, she's (somewhat) happy, and she's (mostly) holding it all together.But when a mysterious SUV pulls up beside her, revealing Chinese cinema's golden couple Wei Fangli and Sam Yao, Gracie's world is turned on its head... -
Bravely by Maggie Stiefvater
Merida goes on an all-new, life-changing adventure in this original YA novel set several years after the close of Brave!What if you had one year to save everything you loved?ONE PRINCESS. Merida of DunBroch needs a change. She loves her family—jovial King Fergus, proper Queen Elinor, the mischievous triplets— and her peaceful kingdom. But she’s frustrated by its sluggishness; each day, the same...fantasy · young adult · historical · magic · from hate to love · paranormal · medieval · mystery · high fantasy -
Act I: Starcrossed Cyborgs + Clones by William Shakespeare, Richard Sexsmith
Robeo + Act Starcrossed Cyborgs + ClonesTwo corporations, both alike in tyranny,In fair Vetropolis, where we lay our scene,From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,Where cloned blood makes cyborg hands unclean.A retelling of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, set in the far future when mankind has been conquered by the Escalusians... -
The Twice-Scorned Lady of Shadow by Annette Marie
I'm learning to embrace who and what I am, but there's one thing I can't face: the night Zak betrayed me. But even with the mysteries of our shared past hanging between us, I can't turn Zak away when he asks for my help.Powerful fae are going missing, and when he tried to investigate, Lallakai vanished too...urban fantasy · fantasy · magic · fae · paranormal · from hate to love · new adult · witches · contemporary · demons -
All Our Hidden Gifts by Caroline O'Donoghue
Maeve’s strangely astute tarot readings make her the talk of the school, until a classmate draws a chilling and unfamiliar card—and then disappears. After Maeve finds a pack of tarot cards while cleaning out a closet during her in-school suspension, she quickly becomes the most sought-after diviner at St. Bernadette’s Catholic school...fantasy · young adult · paranormal · mystery · witches · magic · contemporary · urban fantasy · m-f-x · first-person-pov -
Love & Heart Braking by Kelly St. Clare
A moneylending kraken, angry echo imp, and emotionally limited witch have it out for me.I swear. What did I ever do to deserve this crap?Life is more twisted than a forest nymph’s vines, and in an ingenious or moronic move, I’m now working for the Twelve. Until this point they’ve seemed happy to kidnap and drain me, so safe to say this risk is bigger than an earth guardian’s... well, you know...paranormal · fantasy · urban fantasy · witches · shapeshifters · new adult · fae · magic · vampires · demons -
I'm a Fan by Sheena Patel
In I'm A Fan, a single speaker uses the story of their experience in a seemingly unequal, unfaithful relationship as a prism through which to examine the complicated hold we each have on one another... -
The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani
**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**THE SWEEPING, SUN-DRENCHED STORY OF LOVE, FAMILY AND UNTOLD SECRETS SET AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF WWII, FROM THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER'Adriana is a storyteller second to none' HEATHER MORRIS, bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz'Trigiani never fails to sweep you away . .historical · war · contemporary · 20th century · military · behind-doors · france · south-europe · europe · italy -
Omens by Dana Isaly
A war is coming, and the lines have blurred.It looks like Motshan has betrayed us, giving up our location and killing off our people like flies. Now, I’m the one picking up the pieces.My father is dead, leaving behind a divided family that we may just be able to take advantage of. Only if we can call a truce with Motshan, and come together.But I also want revenge... -
Horses, Hounds & Happily Ever After by Jolene Perry, Charlie N. Holmberg, Josi S. Kilpack, Julie Wright
Escape with over 20 Historical Romance stories with all the feels!✔ Horses, animals and love, oh my!✔ Happily ever aftersThis sweet romcom collection contains over 20 original historical romance novellas from best-selling authors... -
Realm of Demons by Shannon Mayer
The final (for real this time!) book in the heartpounding, bestselling series. Get ready for the last ride with Zamira, Maks, Lila and Balder as they race to save . . .well I can't say, that would be a spoiler if you haven't ready book eight . -
Kiss Hard by Nalini Singh
New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh brings you a sinfully playful contemporary romance between two sworn enemies turned partners in crime...Daniel Esera is a young god on the rugby field, a sexy and charming man who's got the world at his feet. There's just one problem: his sudden potent attraction to his number one nemesis--Catie River. No. Just no. Not happening... -
Confessions of an Alleged Good Girl by Joya Goffney
The second novel about a preacher's daughter in small-town Texas and her journey toward loving herself and her body.Monique is a preacher's daughter who detests the impossible rules of her religion. Everyone expects her to wait until marriage, so she has no one to turn to when she discovers that she physically can't have sex.After two years of trying and failing, her boyfriend breaks up with her... -
The Wedding Season by Katy Birchall
Four Weddings and a Funeral meets The Wedding Party in Katy Birchall's The Wedding Season: when a recently jilted bride is forced to attend seven weddings in one summer, her friends devise a series of challenges as distraction.Freya Scott is getting married... -
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Apple Crush: by Lucy Knisley
Jen and Andy are back in the sequel to Stepping Stones , New York Times bestselling author Lucy Knisley's middle-grade graphic novel about family, friendship, and change! Jen is just getting used to her life on Peapod Farm with her brand-new step-sisters, Andy and Reese. But when a new school year starts, there are even more changes in store for her... -
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, Vol. 1 by Naoko Takeuchi
A new edition of the Sailor Moon manga, for a new generation of fans! Featuring the updated translation and high page count of the Sailor Moon Eternal Edition in a more affordable, portable edition, perfect to go wherever you or the magical guardian in your life want to take it.Teenager Usagi is not the best athlete, she's never gotten good grades, and, well, she's a bit of a crybaby...fantasy · young adult · magic · superheroes · urban fantasy · contemporary · paranormal · japan · east-asia · asia -
The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra
A New York Times Notable Book of the Year. Shortlisted for Anthony, Agatha and Left Coast Crime Awards for Best First/Debut Mystery; Shortlisted for CWA Historical Dagger AwardThe first in a charming, joyful cozy crime series set in 1920s Bangalore, featuring sari-wearing detective Kaveri and her husband Ramu. Perfect for fans of Alexander McCall Smith’s The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency... -
Monster's Temptation by Mila Young, C.R. Jane
The Monster King wants to play…It's been 1097 days and 14 hours since I've been locked in this place.And they've come to me every night.The monsters in my dreams worship my body.And when I wake up, I'm desperate for more…But they’re never there to finish me off.Dr. Adams says I can leave the asylum if I start to take my meds, but I've always hated how they made me feel..erotica · reverse harem · bdsm · angst · paranormal · fantasy · demons · new adult · urban fantasy · menage -
The Murder of Mr. Wickham by Claudia Gray
A summer house party turns into a whodunit when Mr. Wickham, one of literature’s most notorious villains, meets a sudden and suspicious end in this mystery featuring Jane Austen’s leading literary characters.The happily married Mr. Knightley and Emma are throwing a house party, bringing together distant relatives and new acquaintances—characters beloved by Jane Austen fans...mystery · historical · suspense · regency · contemporary · victorian · behind-doors · heroine sleuth -
Boyfriend Goals by Riley Hart
MiloUnusual. Quirky. Different. I’ve heard it all. I’ve accepted I’m not for everyone. Maybe not anyone.When I find out I inherited a bookstore and apartment on a small East Coast island, I jump at the chance for a new life.Turns out, I’ve also inherited a sexy, tattooed guy who not only rents the space next to my store for his tattoo parlor but my apartment too... -
The Wedding Party by Robyn Carr
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the hit Virgin River series.In this hilarious contemporary romance tale from Robyn Carr, readers are swept into a conflicted bride's whirlwind journey to the most chaotic wedding event of the year.After her divorce, Charlene Dugan vowed never to get married again--a promise she has kept for twenty-five years...