Top new romance books out this week: 29 Dec - 4 Jan 2025
Last updated:
January 4, 2025
This week featuring new releases by H.D. Carlton, Lillian Lark, Jaymin Eve, Tate James, Jessa Kane, Mila Finelli, Krista Street, Grae Bryan, Nicole Fox, Nicole Fox, Jodi Ellen Malpas, Julien Michel and many more.
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Phantom by H.D. Carlton
The married woman of the manor. The stranger outside. An intoxicating novel of dark temptation and dangerous desire by the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Cat and Mouse Duet.November 12, 1944. This house holds on to souls for a lifetime. I thought I had given it to my husband when I vowed to love him until the end of time. I lied... -
![Married to the Devil by Lillian Lark]()
Married to the Devil by Lillian Lark
A witch trapped in a marriage of convenience to a deadly gargoyle, and the demon who is determined to protect her. I have the revenge against my father that I've always wanted. All it cost me was to get married. More information to come..monsters · magic · witches · paranormal · marriage of convenience · demons · contemporary · urban fantasy · fantasy · m-f -
![Forced Proximity by Jaymin Eve, Tate James]()
Forced Proximity by Jaymin Eve, Tate James
New College. New Start. New Life. Or at least a second chance at life after almost dying at my last school.Meadowridge College was supposed to be a fresh start at the safest college in America. I'd be rubbing elbows with the elite of the world, while trying to complete my degree and find a path to a brighter future.My trauma had other ideas though... -
![Praise Me: Princess by Jessa Kane]()
Praise Me: Princess by Jessa Kane
Commander Conrad Larsen isn't interested in babysitting some timid princess, but the queen has demanded a qualified bodyguard for the girl and as a decorated war hero, Conrad comes highly qualified. What he's not qualified for? Defending his heart against the soft-spoken, traumatized angel that seeks safety in his arms... -
![Empire of Temptation by Mila Finelli]()
Empire of Temptation by Mila Finelli
The first book in a brand-new series from the author of Mafia Mistress and the Kings of Italy series.In the quiet of a small New York town, secrets run deeper than blood. ValentinaI never thought I’d fall for a man like Luca. Powerful. Dangerous.But there’s something about him I can’t resist. The closer I get to him, the more questions I have...mafia · age difference · m-f · erotica · length-medium · contemporary · breeding · daddy-kink · small town · virgin heroine -
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![Kingdom of Faewood by Krista Street]()
Kingdom of Faewood by Krista Street
The all-knowing semelees swirled around me in the Veiled Between, crooning and writhing. “You’ve come to us, Daughter of Darkness, Princess of Shadows. Tell us what you seek.” On the Silten continent, I’m the only fae who can walk the Veiled Between. My rare power is immense and dangerous, so the authorities have entrusted me to my guardian who controls my potent magic with an enchanted device... -
![An Unwitting Bargain by Grae Bryan]()
An Unwitting Bargain by Grae Bryan
Never give your name. Never accept a gift or favor. Never eat the food of the realm.Benny is having the best summer ever. He’s made a new friend, and now he’s getting an extended vacation at a private island... -
![Inked Adonis by Nicole Fox]()
Inked Adonis by Nicole Fox
My BFF sent the hot stranger a voice note...Of me saying I want to climb him like a tree.And he just. Texted. Back.It's the dog's fault, really.If this untrained Great Dane I'm walking had any manners at all, I never would've ended up With my leash wrapped around the most gorgeous man I've ever seen.Lucky for me, the guy is a good sport about it...mafia · found-family · from hate to love · contemporary · super rich hero · m-f · dark · friends to lovers · humor · length-long -
![Inked Athena by Nicole Fox]()
Inked Athena by Nicole Fox
Running from him once was hard.Doing it again will be impossible.Especially once he finds out I'm pregnant with his child.When he learns the truth, Samuil whisks me away to his Scottish castle.He says it's to keep me safe.But the bars on the windows say they're there to keep me contained.I want to hate him for locking me away...breeding · mafia · contemporary · m-f · pregnancy · from hate to love · length-long · explicit-plentiful -
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![One Night Unveiled by Jodi Ellen Malpas, Julien Michel]()
One Night Unveiled by Jodi Ellen Malpas, Julien Michel
A life without secrets and a passion without end . . .The story of Livy and M's passionate love affair comes to a stunning conclusion in the final book in the One Night trilogy!Livy has never known pure desire like this. The gorgeous Miller Hart captivates her, seduces her, and worships her in deliciously sinful ways...contemporary · suspense · dark · new adult · alpha male · super rich hero · angst · abuse · m-f · bdsm -
![Ravager by Karina Halle]()
Ravager by Karina Halle
All Cherine Cadet has ever known is desperate circumstances—crushing poverty,cruel servitude, and no hope of escape. When a band of Vikings attacks the estatewhere she lives, her old life goes up in flames. On the verge of death, she’s rescuedby an unexpected savior—Erik the Axe, second in command of the Viking fleet... -
![A Promise of Lies by Clare Sager]()
A Promise of Lies by Clare Sager
The King is dead. Long live the King. And death to his enemies. Bargained away to Dawn Court, Kat must play the part of a helpless human bewitched by the Day King. But beneath the veneer of submission, she’s playing a far more dangerous game—spying for Dusk Court, and for the one person who holds her heart: Bastian...paranormal · fae · dark · new adult · fantasy · m-f · shapeshifters · werewolves · double-penetration · exhibitionism -
![The Witchwood Boys Did Me Dirty by C.M. Stunich]()
The Witchwood Boys Did Me Dirty by C.M. Stunich
These forgotten witches aren’t too wicked to fall for.A coven of shadows with a curse on my heart and my house.They bake f*cked-up cupcakes in my kitchen and unalive influencers in my front yard.These men make zombies out of their own relatives, and a panting mess out of their own wife.The Witchwoods are a violent stain on the world.Eradicating that blight is worth the dirty, rotten things we do... -
![Victory for Vampires: A Haven Ever After Novella by Hazel Mack]()
Victory for Vampires: A Haven Ever After Novella by Hazel Mack
It’s never been the right time for my mates and me. They had their dream of running a coffee shop in Ever, and I had mine climbing the career ladder at monster headquarters. Ambition has kept us apart for centuries.But when a work assignment brings me to their haven, proximity reinforces how much we long to complete our bond and remain together permanently...vampires · monsters · fantasy · humor · erotica · paranormal · length-novella · poly · m-m-f · explicit-plentiful -
![Villainous All the Way: A Sweet n Spicy Celebrations Collection by C. Rochelle]()
Villainous All the Way: A Sweet n Spicy Celebrations Collection by C. Rochelle
A sweet n spicy collection of bonus tales, first shared on Pa*tre*on and featuring the guys and gals (and nonbinary aliens) from the superhero x villain MM+ (& FF!) romance series - Villainous Things (along with the MCs of the Villains in Space spin-off series)!Simon It is required that you read Villainous Things 1-5 first, and highly recommended that you also read Earth Boys Are Easy...m-m-m · m-m · superheroes · fated-mates · aliens · age difference · fantasy · queer · paranormal · poly -
![Mafia Break-in by Brea Alepoú, Skyler Snow]()
Mafia Break-in by Brea Alepoú, Skyler Snow
This summer was supposed to be the start of a new chapter for me. But instead I'm left devastated, broke, and alone. When my friend suggests some company to help me through the night, I turn the idea down. I just want to wallow in my misery. But then I'm awakened by them. Three masked men offer me the sweetest bliss while reminding me who I am... -
![Belsay by L.J. Ross]()
Belsay by L.J. Ross
Christmas can be deadly…After a long year of crime-fighting, DCI Ryan and his team are looking forward to a peaceful Christmas filled with festive treats – including the occasional turkey stottie, or three. To celebrate a job well done, the entire team are treated to a party at beautiful Belsay Hall, a spectacular country estate on the outskirts of the city... -
![Forbidden Dreams by Natasha Madison]()
Forbidden Dreams by Natasha Madison
Montgavin Township will never be the same when one night changes the lives of six people. When the single mom moves in next door, it's your enemy's soon-to-be ex-wife. Lines are drawn, and I have to remember not to cross them. Brady For once, my life was calm. Behind us was the threat our distillery was going to be shut down... -
![Break My Rules by Roxy Sloane]()
Break My Rules by Roxy Sloane
'Oxford, England. The city of dreaming spires, dark secrets... And desire.' From USA Today bestselling author Roxy Sloane comes the second installment in the blazing hot dark academia romance trilogy from - perfect for fans of Ana Huang...contemporary · dark · mystery · suspense · age difference · super rich hero · new adult · college · fantasy · bdsm -
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![Burn by Heather Long]()
Burn by Heather Long
My name is Grace Degas Black.Years ago, I made a splash during a charity fashion show where an agent “discovered” me. My work led to the glitzy world of haute couture, perfume ads, and more. I was living my best life, traveled the world, and the only thing that would have made it better was if my twin would have come along for the ride.My other half. My best friend. Then one day, she disappeared...contemporary · abuse · grumpy sunshine · reverse harem · suspense · dark · military · poly · length-medium -
![The Conjurer's Wife by Sarah Penner]()
The Conjurer's Wife by Sarah Penner
In nineteenth-century Venice, a young woman’s marriage to an illusionist hides secrets that go deeper than his spectacular acts. The stage is set for transformation in a mesmerizing short story by the New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary.In 1820s Venice, world-renowned magician Oscar Van Hoff confounds sold-out crowds with his astounding manifestations... -
![Way of the Wolf by Lindsay Buroker]()
Way of the Wolf by Lindsay Buroker
You can only escape your destiny for so long…It’s been more than twenty years since tragedy prompted Luna Valens to walk away from her pack.Scarred by her past, she’s done her best to lead a normal human life. Thanks to a potion that suppresses her magic, nobody around her has a clue that she’s a werewolf...urban fantasy · fantasy · humor · magic · paranormal · contemporary · werewolves · mystery · shapeshifters · suspense -
![The Orc's Promised Bride: An Orc Fantasy Romance by Honey Phillips]()
The Orc's Promised Bride: An Orc Fantasy Romance by Honey Phillips
Lothar tells himself that he is entering the Bride Trials merely as a way to test his strength and skill against other orc warriors. But when he realizes the female he is given a chance to court is in love with another, he finally admits how much he longs for a mate of his own...orcs · fantasy · paranormal · monsters · m-f · fated-mates · non-human-hero · past-abuse · dual-pov · explicit-plentiful -
![Auctioned to the Alien Boxed Set: Highest Bidder by Michele Mills]()
Auctioned to the Alien Boxed Set: Highest Bidder by Michele Mills
The series where the Highest Bidder always wins.Welcome to a one-of-a-kind Auction House where humans, shifters, and aliens bid on love.Are you ready to join in and wish you were the one on the auction block?Auctioned to the Alien BeastI’m half-naked under bright lights at the Auction House because I need money to save my mother’s life. There’s no other way.Tonight, my virginity is for sale... -
![Shards of Desire by R.L. Caulder]()
Shards of Desire by R.L. Caulder
A princess by birth right. A warrior in spirit. A bargaining chip for my kingdom that marks me for death. Everything I dared dream of for my life is scorched to ash when I’m forced to marry our enemy. A dragon king with an endless amount of rumors that all hold one thing in his brutality... -
![Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan]()
Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan
BLURB TO COME. This is Bryce and Daisy's story. Tropes grumpysunshine, roommates, unrequited love, secret crush, and fake dating... -
![Stealing Sunshine Special Edition by Hannah Cowan]()
Stealing Sunshine Special Edition by Hannah Cowan
It was always the plan to come back home to Cherry Peak. But after being gone for four years, it’s apparently not as easy as I expected for things to go back to the way they used to be.Instead, they get beyond complicated the moment I realize my brother’s house has paper thin walls and a general lack of privacy. Desperate for someplace else to stay, I move in with one of my brother’s friends... -
![Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan]()
Stealing Sunshine by Hannah Cowan
A sapphic, fake dating, small town romance from Amazon top 50 best selling author, Hannah Cowan.It was always the plan to come back home to Cherry Peak. But after being gone for four years, it’s apparently not as easy as I expected for things to go back to the way they used to be...cowboys · found-family · contemporary · f-f · queer · length-medium · explicit-open-door · small town · dual-pov · first-person-pov -
![Half Dead by Annabel Chase]()
Half Dead by Annabel Chase
Lorelei Clay wants to play offense for a change. She’s tired of hiding from the past she didn’t even know she had. With a promising relationship and new friends in a small town she loves, Lorelei wants to be free to live life on her terms, without the threat of death or capture hanging over her.Kane Sullivan hasn’t exactly been hiding from his past—more like he moved without a forwarding address... -
![Say I Do by Lucy Darling]()
Say I Do by Lucy Darling
Caleb Shepherd is one of the most powerful men in the city and also the most ruthless. He has everything he'll ever need... or so he thought. When he meets a ray of sunshine who begins lighting up the darkest places in his life, he has no idea her world is falling down all around her.She needs saving, but he’s no prince. Then again, he wasn't a lot of things before she came along... -
![Never Bargain with the Boss by Lauren Landish]()
Never Bargain with the Boss by Lauren Landish
Grumpy single dad? Me.Sassy nanny with a past? Her.And a too-smart-for-her-own-good pre-teen? That’d be my beloved daughter.Being a single dad isn’t easy. Neither is running a billion-dollar company. Parenting is definitely harder, but I’ve been doing just fine—at least, that’s what I keep telling myself. And then another nanny quits... -
![Mr. Broody by Piper Rayne]()
Mr. Broody by Piper Rayne
I’ve loved Henry Hensley since I was seven years old. We’ve gone from best friends to lovers to nothing. To most people, he’s the Chicago Falcons starting right winger and hot single dad, but to me, he’s my first boyfriend, my first kiss, my first love. Eight years ago, that all changed when our lives took us in two different directions...humor · contemporary · sports · hockey · m-f · friends to lovers · athletes · found-family · single-father · length-medium -
![Smith by Riley Edwards]()
Smith by Riley Edwards
Smith and Aria's story... -
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![George's Big Day by Mary Calmes]()
George's Big Day by Mary Calmes
George Hunt wants to get married. The fact that he does is utterly amazing and a huge leap of faith for a man who’s always been certain that happily ever afters only happen in fairy tales. The thing is, though, ever since Christmas, when Dr. Kurt Butler, the man he loves, gave him a ring, he’s changed his mind about what’s possible... -
![Reckless Love by Nyssa Kathryn]()
Reckless Love by Nyssa Kathryn
Two years ago, one decision changed everything…Callie Ward knows what love feels like. She’s lived it. Breathed it. It was the kind of love she’d thought would last forever…until it didn’t. And the resulting heartache almost destroyed her. So she ran. Left the small town of Misty Peak, not sure if she’d ever return... -
![Vacationing with the Vampire in Hallow's Cove by Lyonne Riley]()
Vacationing with the Vampire in Hallow's Cove by Lyonne Riley
After making a big mistake at work, Maisie is told to take a mandatory vacation and get her head on straight. But when she chooses Hallow’s Cove as her retreat destination, she doesn’t realize it’s a town inhabited almost purely by monsters—including her grumpy new landlord, Barnaby... -
![Sweet Ferocity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake]()
Sweet Ferocity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake
I was a mafia mercenary only hired to find her, but now I’m going to keep her.She is a Russian mafia princess, kidnapped to be used as a pawn in a dangerous territory war.Saving her was my job. Keeping her safe has become my obsession.Every move she makes, I am in the shadows, watching.I was like a feral cruel, violent, and selfishly out for my own needs. Until her... -
![Sweet Savagery by Zoe Blake]()
Sweet Savagery by Zoe Blake
I was a savage bent on claiming her as punishment for her family's mistakes.As a powerful Russian Arms dealer, no one steals from me and gets away with it.She was an innocent pawn in a dangerous game.She had no idea the package her uncle sent her from Russia contained my stolen money.If I were a good man, I would let her return the money and leave... -
![Sweet Animosity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake]()
Sweet Animosity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake
I never asked for an assistant, and if I had, I definitely would not have chosen her.With her sharp tongue and lack of discipline, what she needs is a firm hand, not a job.The more she tests my limits, the more tempted I am to bend her over my knee.As a Russian Mafia boss and owner of Chicago's most elite gambling club, I can't afford distractions from her antics.Or her secrets... -
![Sweet Intensity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake]()
Sweet Intensity: A Dark Mafia Romance by Zoe Blake
She couldn't have known the danger she faced when she dared to steal from me.She was too young for a man my age, barely in her twenties.Far too pure and untouched.Unfortunately for her, that wasn't going to stop me.The moment I laid eyes on her, I claimed her.Determined to make her mine … by any means necessary...
