Top new romance books out this week: 18 Sep - 24 Sep 2022
Last updated:
September 24, 2022
This week featuring new releases by Sarah Adams, Erin Sterling, Katee Robert, Kate Canterbary, Neva Altaj, Andrew Sean Greer, Andrew Sean Greer, Kendare Blake, Marie Rutkoski, Lilith Vincent, Elizabeth Strout and many more.
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When in Rome by Sarah Adams
Opposites certainly attract for the stranded pop star and small-town baker in this charming slice of romance from the author of the TikTok sensation The Cheat Sheet.Amelia Rose, known as Rae Rose to her adoring fans, is burned-out from years of maintaining her "princess of pop" image... -
The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling
Welcome to Spooky Season!! The follow-up to Erin Sterling’s New York Times bestselling hit The Ex Hex features fan favorite Gwyn and the spine-tinglingly handsome Wells Penhallow as they battle a new band of witches and their own magical chemistry.Gwyn Jones is perfectly happy with her life in Graves Glen...from hate to love · contemporary · forced proximity · paranormal · urban fantasy · fantasy · humor · witches · mystery · new adult -
A Very Krampus Holiday by Katee Robert
Katee Robert's November 2021 Patreon short.Some holiday stories are a little darker...and sexier. This is one of those...christmas · fantasy · monsters · erotica · paranormal · dark · bdsm · contemporary · spanking · new adult -
In a Jam by Kate Canterbary
When Shay Zucconi’s step-grandmother died, she left Shay a tulip farm—under two conditions.First, Shay has to move home to the small town of Friendship, Rhode Island. Second—and most problematic since her fiancé just called off the wedding—Shay must be married within one year. Marriage is the last thing in the world Shay wants but she’ll do anything to save the only real home she’s ever known... -
Hidden Truths by Neva Altaj
SergeiHome,Bratva is my home.My sanctuary from the past.The only place where a killing machine like me belongs.Sometimes, my demons come rushing back,And I feel out of control, full of rage,Close to losing myself completely.Until a broken, injured woman stumbles onto my path,Awakening my protective instincts,And sending my demons to sleep.Keeping her prisoner is my only option...mafia · age difference · dark · forced proximity · alpha male · grumpy sunshine · contemporary · insta-love · suspense · erotica -
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Less Is Lost by Andrew Sean Greer
In the follow-up to the best-selling and Pulitzer Prize-winning Less, the awkward and lovable Arthur Less returns in an unforgettable road trip across America.“Go get lost somewhere, it always does you good.” For Arthur Less, life is going surprisingly well: he is a moderately accomplished novelist in a steady relationship with his partner, Freddy Pelu... -
Less by Andrew Sean Greer
PROBLEM:You are a failed novelist about to turn fifty. A wedding invitation arrives in the mail: your boyfriend of the past nine years now engaged to someone else. You can’t say yes--it would all be too awkward--and you can’t say no--it would look like defeat. On your desk are a series of half-baked literary invitations you’ve received from around the world... -
Eternally Yours by Kendare Blake, Marie Rutkoski, Casey McQuiston, Sandhya Menon
Vampires and merpeople, angels and demons—the paranormal is full of unusual beings. The stories in this anthology imagine worlds where the only thing more powerful than the supernatural, is love...fantasy · young adult · paranormal · vampires · urban fantasy · contemporary · anthologies · monsters · fated-mates -
Brutal Intentions by Lilith Vincent
He’s devious. Corrupted. And his brutal heart wants me. Lazzaro Rosetti just locked eyes with fresh prey: the virginal, high-school girl from a rival family. Me, Mia Bianchi.He’s screwed his way through half the city’s female population and he’s running wild—until his family finds a way to curb his behavior by forcing him to wed...age difference · mafia · from hate to love · cheating · dark · pregnancy · breeding · forced proximity · forbidden love · contemporary -
Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout
As a panicked world goes into lockdown, Lucy Barton is uprooted from her life in Manhattan and bundled away to a small town in Maine by her ex-husband and on-again, off-again friend, William. For the next several months, it's just Lucy, William, and their complex past together in a little house nestled against the moody, swirling sea... -
A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone
Cowritten by #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone—a steamy plus-size holiday rom-com about an adult film star who is semi-accidentally cast as a lead in a family-friendly Christmas movie, and the former bad-boy pop star she falls in love with.Bee Hobbes (aka Bianca Von Honey) has a successful career as a plus-size adult film star...christmas · contemporary · forced proximity · humor · new adult · office · bisexual · erotica · fatphobia · mental illness -
Spy x Family, Vol. 8 by Tatsuya Endo
Master spy Twilight is unparalleled when it comes to going undercover on dangerous missions for the betterment of the world. But when he receives the ultimate assignment—to get married and have a kid—he may finally be in over his head!Yor is assigned to be a bodyguard for a mafia family on a cruise ship by the secret organization Garden... -
Dreamland by Nicholas Sparks
Colby Mills once felt destined for a musical career, until tragedy grounded his aspirations. Now the head of a small family farm in North Carolina, he spontaneously takes a gig playing at a bar in St. Pete Beach, Florida, seeking a rare break from his duties at home... -
Drunk on Love by Jasmine Guillory
An intoxicating and sparkling new romance by New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory. Margot Noble needs some relief from the stress of running the family winery with her brother. Enter Luke: sexy, charming, and best of all in the too-small world of Napa, a stranger... -
Defend the Dawn by Brigid Kemmerer
New York Times bestselling author Brigid Kemmerer continues her electrifying series with more intrigue, romance, and heart-stopping adventure.The kingdom of Kandala narrowly avoided catastrophe, but the embers of revolution still simmer. While King Harristan seeks a new way to lead, Tessa and Prince Corrick attempt to foster unity between rebels and royals...fantasy · young adult · royalty · from hate to love · mystery · pirates · dystopian · suspense · friends to lovers · dual-pov -
Dreams of the Wicked by Adelaide Forrest
They promised me to him.Now we’ll destroy one another.I never should have fallen in love with him.He makes me believe he loves me—the only good in a life I’ve never wanted.By the time his manipulation and lies come to light, it’s far too late to shield my heart.He isn’t the only one keeping a secret, though, and mine just might save me from his possession... -
The Unbreakable Bladesong Druid by Annette Marie
My greatest enemy has always been myself. Over the past few weeks, I’ve painstakingly put my broken pieces back together, from the dark mysteries of my past to the heart-rending conflict of my present.But just when I finally start to feel whole again, everything around me falls apart. Lallakai, the newly ascended Queen of Shadow and Death, betrays us and takes Zak prisoner...urban fantasy · fantasy · magic · fae · paranormal · from hate to love · new adult · witches · contemporary · alpha male -
Unnatural Magic by Stacia Stark
If there’s one thing I loathe, it’s being told what to do.I was kept ignorant and sheltered my whole life. Now that I’m free, I’ll never be coddled again.Even if the smoking hot werewolf king thinks coddling is perfectly acceptable.Because something’s hunting humans in my city. Something that kills like a werewolf, but displays those kills publicly–as if taunting the authorities...fantasy · paranormal · urban fantasy · demons · magic · witches · shapeshifters · fae · werewolves · fated-mates -
Promises We Meant to Keep by Monica Murphy
New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy returns to the glittering Lancaster world with the story of a damaged woman who gets her chance to redeem herself with the one man who's been in love with her forever... Spencer Donato.My brother’s best friend.My dirty little secret.We fell for each other at Lancaster Prep. Sneaking around. Not wanting anyone to find out... -
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Give Me Peace by M.K. Harper
Did you know, roughly twenty-seven percent of child abductions are carried-out by an acquaintance or family friend? Who better to lure you away than someone you know and trust. With every day that passes, the likelihood of being found grows smaller. I never imagined I’d be one of them—my face tacked to a bulletin board at the local grocery store, a statewide search issued on my behalf...reverse harem · contemporary · age difference · abuse · dark · alpha male · super rich hero · menage · friends to lovers · insta-love -
The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman
From Lynda Cohen Loigman, the bestselling author of The Two-Family House and The Wartime Sisters, comes a heartwarming story of two extraordinary women from two different eras who defy expectations to utilize their unique gift of seeing soulmates in the most unexpected places in The Matchmaker's Gift... -
The Deal Dilemma by Meagan Brandy
Ever wonder what would happen if you bribed your brother’s ex-best friend to pop your cherry?Yeah, me either, but I did it anyway. Now the moody man is madder than ever, but I came prepared to strike a deal. One he can’t refuse…Crew Taylor is the picture of perfection, if gruff, grumpy, and prone to throw a punch is your type... -
The Deal Dilemma by Meagan Brandy
Ever wonder what would happen if you bribed your brother’s ex-best friend to pop your cherry?Yeah, me either, but I did it anyway. Now the moody man is madder than ever, but I came prepared to strike a deal. One he can’t refuse…Crew Taylor is the picture of perfection, if gruff, grumpy, and prone to throw a punch is your type... -
Queen by S. Massery
I was a thief.The guys I’m falling in love with turned me into a fighter.And when the city tried to make me disappear, I rebelled.But now I know the truth.I wasn’t meant to linger in the shadows.I am a queen.And I will take what I am due.Sterling Falls is a dark, gothic reverse harem romance series with enemies to lovers, romantic suspense, and new adult themes...reverse harem · suspense · from hate to love · dark · new adult · mystery · menage · mafia · erotica · poly -
Hating the Player by Rebecca Jenshak
Gavin Leonard is the worst.He lives in the best party house off campus at Valley U, overrun by jocks galore.I live next door, watching Jane Austen adaptations with my sketchbook in hand.He stays on his side of the fence.I stay on mine.Now we're accidentally on a camping trip together, but there's only one tent left.Gavin Leonard is the worst.And he's the last guy who broke my heart...from hate to love · sports · college · new adult · forced proximity · contemporary · cheating · dual-pov · second chances · young adult -
The Viper by J.R. Ward
In this newest Prison Camp installment, #1 New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward pens a heart-wrenching tale of love and betrayal in the Black Dagger Brotherhood world…Framed for the grisly murder of his shellan, Kane is condemned to the notorious prison camp—unaware of the dark truth behind his arranged mating...urban fantasy · suspense · alpha male · fantasy · erotica · dark · shapeshifters · contemporary · paranormal · vampires -
Devil of Dublin by B.B. Easton
From the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 44 Chapters About 4 Men (inspiration for the Netflix Original series Sex/Life) comes a dark mafia romance steeped in Irish folklore.I can’t remember anymore if my grandfather’s eyes were blue or green, but I’ll never forget the way they wrinkled at the corners when he laughed at one of his own jokes...mafia · friends to lovers · dark · contemporary · suspense · tortured hero · virgin hero · abuse · rape · fantasy -
Founded on Rejection by Kat Singleton
I'll only disappoint you.That sentence should’ve deterred me from Poe Hanson—it should’ve at least kept me from falling in love with him.The problem was, by the time he uttered those words it was already too late. He already had my heart, whether he wanted it or not.From the moment I first saw his sad eyes and guitar-worn hands, I knew I wanted him. His darkness spoke to my darkness... -
Anti-Heroes in Love Duet by Giana Darling
From Wall Street Journal bestselling author Giana Darling comes the Anti-Heroes in Love duet, a gripping mafia romance about the capo who will risk everything to keep the woman he loves safe...I am the hero no one wanted...I was a murderer.One of the cruelest and wealthiest men in New York City.Dante Salvatore, capo of capos.Yet I had one weakness.Elena Lombardi, rising star attorney... -
Unexpected Ever After by Willow Aster, Evan Grace, Silla Webb, Heather Dahlgren
Meet. Fall in love. Live happily ever after…It’s the way it should be.At least, that’s what we’ve been told.But that’s only in fairytales.Real life throws twists and turns.It will flip you upside down and inside out.Yet, love will appear when you least expect it.In the most unusual of places.Under the worst of circumstances.It can bring light to situations so dark you can barely see... -
Making the Match by Kristen Ashley
From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley comes the new book in her River Rain Series, Making the Match.Decades ago, tennis superstar Tom Pierce and "It Girl" Mika Stowe met at a party.Mika fell in love. Tom was already in love with his wife. As badly as Tom wanted Mika as a friend, Mika knew it would hurt too much to be attracted to this amazing man and never be able to have him...cheating · second chances · friends to lovers · angst · erotica · sports · alpha male · contemporary · single-mother · single-father -
Hades by Anna Hackett
He’s a gorgeous former Interpol agent.Tall, dark, and Italian.He’s way out of her league, but when danger explodes around them, she finds herself on the run with the sexiest man she’s ever met.CIA analyst Gabbi Hansley has a plan—escape her dysfunctional family, excel at her job, and build a safe, stable life for herself. Boring? Maybe, but she likes boring... -
The Fiction Between Us by Julie Olivia
Some fairytales may be real, but ours is strictly fiction.I’ve been Queen Bee at our theme park for ten glorious, uncomplicated years. I’m far better at creating fictional magic than real life miracles. So when Landon Arden, my best friend’s twin brother and my old high school bully, starts to work at Honeywood, I’m wishing for some gift from above to fix this mess.Cue a worse situation... -
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Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe by Jenny Colgan
From perennial bestseller Jenny Colgan comes this sugar-fueled Christmas treat of a novel, bursting with recipes and holiday cheer.Life is sweet for Issy Randall, owner of the Cupcake Cafe. Taught how to bake by her beloved late grandfather, she is proudly carrying on the family tradition with her London eatery... -
Seoulmates by Susan Lee
Hannah Cho had the next year all planned out—the perfect summer with her boyfriend, Nate, and then a fun senior year with their friends.But then Nate does what everyone else in Hannah’s life seems to do—he leaves her, claiming they have nothing in common. He and all her friends are newly obsessed with K-pop and K-dramas, and Hannah is not... -
Seoulmates by Susan Lee
The last person Hannah wants to see is her former best friend, Jacob. Until blackmail and a bucket list, along with two meddling mamas, push them together for a summer worthy of a K-drama… Hannah Cho had the next year all planned out—the perfect summer with her boyfriend, Nate, and then a fun senior year with all of their friends... -
The Oracle by Serena Akeroyd
I friendzoned Hunter Lachlan because I thought he could never give me what I needed. After a decade of pushing him away, I don't recognize Las Vegas's new Don.Maybe my childhood best friend knew me better than I ever realized... And maybe, just maybe, he's the one man for whom I'll kneel...mafia · friends to lovers · bdsm · erotica · arranged marriage · contemporary · dark · alpha male · super rich hero · cold heroine -
Happyish by Jeanette Escudero
It was supposed to be a good day.On the one-year anniversary of her divorce, Alex Martinez is getting closure—and margaritas with her two best friends. But just before the celebratory meetup, Alex is clobbered by life once again... -
Hello by Chandler Baker, Wesley King
A witty and thought-provoking YA love story set during the COVID-19 quarantine, written by two NYT bestselling authors, with shades of Five Feet Apart and Anna and the French Kiss . Maxine and Jonah bump into each other in the canned goods aisle of the grocery store just as the state of California is going into lockdown, when everything changes completely... -
BEASTARS, Vol. 20 by Paru Itagaki
At a high school where the students are literally divided into predators and prey, friendships maintain the fragile peace. Who among them will become a Beastar—a hero destined to lead in a society naturally rife with mistrust?Gray wolf Legoshi trains and fasts in preparation for the monthly black market battles, where he plans to duel mixed-species psychopath Melon...