Top new romance books out this week: 14 Aug - 20 Aug 2022
Last updated:
August 20, 2022
This week featuring new releases by Lily Gold, Heather Guerre, Kimberly Lemming, J.T. Geissinger, Sarah J. Maas, Amanda Forstrom, Christelle Dabos, Alicia Thompson, Kathryn Ann Kingsley, Elise Kova, Ryan La Sala and many more.
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Nanny for the Neighbors by Lily Gold
‘To the boys in apartment 5A. Congratulations. You have a kid.’ That’s what the note attached to the abandoned baby carrier says. And now my three gorgeous neighbors are in deep trouble. None of them have a clue how to look after the baby that’s been left on their doorstep. Luckily, there’s a nanny in the building... -
Once Bitten by Heather Guerre
Finally free from an abusive marriage, Jules has lost her faith in love. She’s moved back to her tiny, rural hometown, where she expects to spend the rest of her life fading into the background of other people’s lives, alone. That is, until she meets Max.Max knew he’d have to journey beyond his pack’s borders to find his mate...paranormal · fantasy · abuse · angst · vampires · shapeshifters · werewolves · contemporary · abduction · forbidden love -
Two Scoops Of Hellfire by Kimberly Lemming
It took about two weeks into the pandemic lockdown before I went stark raving mad. In a bold attempt at a new skill, I decided to give baking a try. However, I took to the new venture like a fish to astrophysics and ended up with a battle demon in my kitchen.Figures.Will Kain The Destroyer end my life, or end my everlasting boredom?It’s an Erotica. Take a wild guess...demons · fantasy · paranormal · erotica · contemporary · humor · monsters · non-human-hero · explicit-open-door -
Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger
The first letter arrived the day my husband was buried. It was postmarked from the state penitentiary, and contained a single sentence:I’ll wait forever if I have to.It was signed by Dante, a man I didn’t know.Out of simple curiosity, I wrote back to ask him what exactly he was waiting for. His reply?You.I told the mystery man he had the wrong girl. He said he didn’t...dark · contemporary · mystery · suspense · paranormal · spanking · anal sex · possessive hero · miscarriage · abuse -
A Court of Wings and Ruin [Dramatized Adaptation] by Sarah J. Maas, Amanda Forstrom, Nora Achrati
The epic third story in the #1 New York Times bestselling Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas.Feyre has returned to the Spring Court, determined to gather information on Tamlin's actions and learn what she can about the invading king threatening to bring her land to its knees. But to do so she must play a deadly game of deceit...fantasy · fae · new adult · magic · fated-mates · forced proximity · from hate to love · age difference · urban fantasy · paranormal -
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The Storm of Echoes by Christelle Dabos
The gripping finale to Christelle Dabos’s international best-selling Mirror Visitor saga, Ophelia, the mirror-traveling heroine, and Thorn discover that the truth they have been seeking has always been hidden behind the mirror...fantasy · young adult · steampunk · high fantasy · magic · mystery · dystopian · paranormal · behind-doors -
Love in the Time of Serial Killers by Alicia Thompson
Turns out that reading nothing but true crime isn't exactly conducive to modern dating—and one woman is going to have to learn how to give love a chance when she's used to suspecting the worst. PhD candidate Phoebe Walsh has always been obsessed with true crime. She's even analyzing the genre in her dissertation—if she can manage to finish writing it... -
Of Grave & Glory by Kathryn Ann Kingsley
Emma Mather is having trouble telling friend from foe…and being wrong about whether someone is her ally or her enemy could cost her more than just her life.The Candle has taken Gigi Gage as their prisoner, and Emma will do anything to save her friend from whatever torture Dr. Thaddeus Kirkbride is putting her through in the Arnsmouth Asylum...urban fantasy · fantasy · new adult · magic · paranormal · historical · 20th century · demons · mystery · bondage -
A Duel With The Vampire Lord by Elise Kova
On the night of the blood moon, the Vampire Lord must die. Floriane's position as the forge maiden of Hunter's Hamlet is one of reverence, for it is her skill that arms and protects the vampire hunters. She knows her place and is a faithful servant to the Master Hunter and her community... until the night of the blood moon. Until her brother is dying at the hands of the Vampire Lord Ruvan...fantasy · vampires · paranormal · new adult · from hate to love · fae · young adult · magic · witches · legends & fairy tales -
The Honeys by Ryan La Sala
From Ryan La Sala, the wildly popular author of Reverie, comes a twisted and tantalizing horror novel set amidst the bucolic splendor of a secluded summer retreat.Mars has always been the lesser twin, the shadow to his sister Caroline's radiance...young adult · mystery · contemporary · fantasy · dark · paranormal · suspense · death · magic · high-school -
Order Of Scorpions by Ivy Asher
Six years ago, I awoke in a cage with no knowledge of who I was or where I’d come from.Six years ago, I was spared the flesh markets and instead thrown in with a group of savages, where I learned it was fight or die.Now, eight Orders of Assassins are converging on the only home I’ve ever known. All in hopes of purchasing new blade slaves for their ranks...fantasy · reverse harem · mystery · paranormal · poly · dark · new adult · strong heroine · fae · magic -
Belonging to the Mountain Man by Gemma Weir
Huge, brooding and completely uninterested, Bay Barnett is the perfect guy; only he’s notlooking for his perfect woman.He walked into my life when everything was falling apart and I needed someone to help meput myself back together. Only it turns out, this brother isn’t interested in a fixer-upper...age difference · contemporary · insta-love · alpha male · breeding · angst · from hate to love · erotica · cold hero · small town -
The Reckless Union by Monica Murphy
THIRD BOOK IN THE ARRANGED MARRIAGE TRILOGY!Welcome to the Midnight Dynasty... The warring Morelli and Constantine families have enough bad blood to fill an ocean, and their brand new stories will be told by your favorite dangerous romance authors... -
The Drowned Woods by Emily Lloyd-Jones
A magical, ethereal fantasy from IndieBound bestselling author Emily Lloyd-Jones.Once upon a time, the kingdoms of Wales were rife with magic and conflict, and eighteen-year-old Mererid “Mer” is well-acquainted with both. She is the last living water diviner and has spent years running from the prince who bound her into his service...fantasy · young adult · magic · fae · high fantasy · queer · historical · paranormal · mystery · found-family -
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi Vol. 3 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù
Shoot Down the SunThe bloody war against the We Clan once led Wei Wuxian to seek power in demonic cultivation, and the dark acts he committed drove a wedge between him and Lan Wangji. Now, those old sins come back to haunt him as his reincarnated identity is revealed to the cultivation world...fantasy · historical · m-m · mystery · magic · high fantasy · from hate to love · demons · paranormal · slow burn -
In Chaos We Reign by Amo Jones
I was the trick that they could never play.She was the greatest game of all…There is elegance that comes from being carved from the ashes of all the darkness that surrounds you in the world. You start as dust, and you end as dust. At least that’s what I always thought. Crowned Princess Mayhem all my life became old fast, and I found myself forging my iron crown with the blood of our enemies...alpha male · forbidden love · new adult · mystery · contemporary · suspense · dark · bondage · strong heroine · tortured heroine -
My Summer Fling by Dana Isaly
Millie is thrilled to be hosting her big brother’s wedding at her beach house. But they live on opposite sides of the country, which leaves her to plan the entire thing by herself. That is, until Noah Harding enters the picture. She’s been secretly in love with her brother’s best friend since they were kids. They have history…some very secret, very intimate, very unpleasant history... -
Forbidden Tales : A Three Book Collection by Saffron A. Kent
Lose yourself in the world of forbidden romances. This boxset/collection features three STANDALONE romances:The Unrequited - Student/teacher romance.Gods & Monsters - Good girl/bad boy romance... -
In the Pines by Kendra Elliot
A Wall Street Journal bestselling series.Clues to a hidden treasure. Clues to a family secret. Both lead to murder in a twisting novel of suspense by Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Kendra Elliot.A national treasure hunt with a $2 million prize has driven obsessed fortune seekers to overrun the small town of Eagle’s Nest, Oregon... -
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Sweet Like Poison by Julia Wolf
You need a keeper, Elsa.The first time I laid eyes on the delicious mountain of a man, Lachlan “Lock” Kelly, he walked out of the room without giving me a single glance.You’re in trouble now.It’s my junior year at Savage U and life is grand. Except for the fact that Lachlan Kelly lives right next door, he acts like he doesn’t know my name, and he barely acknowledges my existence.I don’t get it...new adult · from hate to love · college · contemporary · angst · vengeance · friends to lovers · forced proximity · suspense · mystery -
Sacrati by Kate Sherwood
As an elite Sacrati fighter in the mighty Torian military, Theos is blessed with a city full of women who want to bear his children, and a barracks full of men proud to fight at his side and share his bed. He has everything he needs—until he captures Finnvid on a raid.Finnvid is on a secret mission to prevent the Torian invasion of his homeland Elkat...fantasy · m-m · military · from hate to love · historical · slavery · captive · forced proximity · bisexual · angst -
33 Unplayed Voicemails by Melissa de la Cruz, Stephanie Einstein, Greg Tremblay
From number one New York Times best-selling author of Melissa de la Cruz comes a love story about missed connections and second chances.Straitlaced Evelyn and reformed bad boy Marco might make an unlikely pair, but the two lovebirds couldn’t be more head over heels for each other. Sure, they’ve had some missed calls along the way, but all that’s in the past... -
My Brother's Best Friends: A Contemporary Reverse Harem Romance by Rebel Bloom
My Brother’s Best Friends claim I’m the one thing they can’t have, and the only thing they’ve ever wanted.They’re also the ones that took my v-card and ran me out of town. Coming back to Lunar, New Mexico was a nightmare.I had no choice after my life had gone up in flames.Between finding out that my boyfriend had a wife and getting fired from my job, I had little desire to think about hot men... -
Smartasses: A Sexy Nerd Rom Com Anthology by Penny Reid, Helena Hunting, Sonali Dev, Avery Flynn
Because what's hotter than a sexy nerd?Twelve of your favorite Rom Com authors bring you a new anthologycelebrating geeking out and falling in love... -
Bradford Brawler by Sheridan Anne
I can’t say I’ve ever wished for someone to be bitten right on the tip of their junk by a giant bull ant before, but Tanner Morgan—the only man capable of making me want to scream and cream at the same damn time—just might be the guy to change that...high-school · dark · from hate to love · sports · young adult · suspense · contemporary · cruel hero · new adult · erotica -
Fence, Vol. 5: Rise by C.S. Pacat
In the highly anticipated next chapter of Fence, Nicholas will stop at nothing until he becomes Seiji's worthy fencing rival!USA Today best-selling author C. S...young adult · contemporary · sports · m-m · from hate to love · high-school · queer · glimpses-kisses · found-family -
The Consigliere by Serena Akeroyd
I inherited Las Vegas. It's mine even if I never wanted it.I may be the Don of the Camorra but every leader needs a Consigliere, and the only one I want belongs to the New York Sicilian Mafia. Aurora Valentini hasn't spoken to me in a decade and I'm tired of waiting.It's time to claim what's mine. Whether she's ready or not...mafia · friends to lovers · bdsm · contemporary · suspense · erotica · dark · strong heroine · rape · alpha male -
A Spanish Sunrise by Boo Walker
A widowed father and his young daughter embark on a life-changing journey in a heartening novel of family and second chances by the bestselling author of The Singing Trees.Adjusting to the death of his wife hasn’t been easy on Baxter Shaw—or on their eight-year-old daughter, Mia...contemporary · tearjerkers · second chances · christian · historical · spain · europe · south-europe -
The Close-Up by Kennedy Ryan
Set in the dynamic worlds of professional basketball and entertainment, two of Kennedy Ryan’s most critically-acclaimed series—HOOPs and Hollywood Renaissance—collide in this tale of forbidden romance.I met Nazareth Armstrong when I was eighteen years old. From the beginning, my brother warned me to stay away from him. Told Naz to stay away from me.Our hearts didn’t listen...multicultural · forced proximity · alpha male · anthologies · contemporary · african-american · humor · angst · erotica · sports -
Serve by C.W. Farnsworth
Georgette Adams is trouble incarnate. Spoiled, sassy, smart…and the President’s only daughter.Getting summoned to a meeting at the White House felt like an honor—until I caught the catch.I’m the newest member of her security detail. Not only for this summer in DC, but once she leaves for Stanford in the fall as well. Her safety is my responsibility... -
The Oleander Sword by Tasha Suri
The prophecy of the nameless god—the words that declared Malini the rightful empress of Parijatdvipa—has proven a blessing and curse. She is determined to claim the throne that fate offered her. But even with the strength of the rage in her heart and the army of loyal men by her side, deposing her brother is going to be a brutal and bloody fight...fantasy · high fantasy · f-f · magic · young adult · historical · royalty · new adult · south asian · war -
Raiden by Jaclyn Osborn
More. A word Raiden knows very well.Cursed with the deadly sin of Gluttony, his voracious appetite is legendary. Nothing is ever enough to fill the emptiness inside him. Until he meets the one man who satiates that hunger. But with the war between angels and demons escalating, it’s not exactly the best time to fall in love.Then again, fate never follows the rules... -
All Signs Point To Paris: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Destiny by Natasha Sizlo
“This one brims with magic... An absolute page-turner and joy to read!— Jane Green, New York Times bestselling authorA surprising astrology reading sends Natasha Sizlo—divorced, broke, freshly heartbroken, and reeling from her father’s death—on an unexpected but magical journey to France, in pursuit of a man born on a particular date in a particular place: November 2, 1968 in Paris... -
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From These Dark Depths by Vanessa Rasanen
Being eaten by a siren queen is at least an interesting way to die.And Declan has little hope of avoiding it while locked in this brig.His captor is ruthless. His guilt is relentless.Everyone he needs is back on his ship, hopefully chasing after him…without tempting death themselves.But if they don’t make it in time, he’ll have to face the queen.And his demons.An heir stole his heart...fantasy · pirates · new adult · fae · young adult · high fantasy · from hate to love · forced proximity · historical · urban fantasy -
The Player You Need by Veronica Eden
From USA Today and International bestselling author, Veronica Eden, comes a standalone new adult best friend's brother romance with a spitfire heroine, a swoony player, and a fake dating agreement. Once upon a wedding is the only way my best friend's brother will be mine.A temporary, pretty lie... -
Mountain Man Box Set by Olivia T. Turner
Includes FIVE Mountain Man Books:1. Mountain Man FixatedI’m a city girl.I don’t do nature.It sucks.Bugs, bears, poison ivy.You name it, I hate it.So, when my niece asks me to accompany her on a camping trip, I’m horrified.But I’m a good aunt, so I say yes.Well, that was a huge mistake.One of many.Forgetting the bug spray. That was a mistake.So was thinking I could control a canoe... -
Single All The Way by Portia MacIntosh
Will Dani find love this Christmas? Or will she be Single All The Way...?When Dani's boyfriend (and boss!) dumps her for a younger model, the only silver lining she can see is to be able to spend Christmas at home with her family after years away... -
The Feeling of Falling in Love by Mason Deaver
Just days before spring break, Neil Kearney is set to fly across the country with his childhood friend (and current friend-with-benefits) Josh, to attend his brother's wedding―until Josh tells Neil that he's in love with him and Neil doesn't return the sentiment. With Josh still attending the wedding, Neil needs to find a new date to bring along...young adult · contemporary · from hate to love · m-m · new adult · insta-love · humor · trans-hero · queer -
Eloise and the Grump Next Door by Jenny Proctor, Emma St. Clair
I’m not sure which is worse--the lawyer handling my grandmother’s estate or the attack pelican living on the screened-in porch. Just kidding--I’ll take the pelican any day.After graduation, I thought I’d be off to grad school, doing research on my favorite poet. Instead, I’m renovating my late grandmother’s home and posting about the process on Instagram. Talk about a detour …But here I am... -
Caged Rose by Naomi West
Ten years ago, a one-night-stand got me pregnant and disappeared.Now, he’s standing on my doorstep.And he’s not leaving until I let him in.But even if I wanted to, I can’t.And even if I could, I wouldn’t.Because Konstantin Aminoff is a world of danger, and my life has plenty of that as it is.I’ve got a possessive addict for an ex and a creepy lurker for a landlord...