Top new romance books out this week: 14 Apr - 20 Apr 2024
Last updated:
April 20, 2024
This week featuring new releases by Abbi Waxman, Elle Kennedy, J.R. Ward, Max Monroe, J. Bree, Tessa Hale, Eden Finley, Saxon James, Eden Finley, Sadie Kincaid, Ashley Farley and many more.
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Christa Comes Out of Her Shell by Abbi Waxman
Just when she thought she’d gotten far enough away . . . a life-changing phone call throws an antisocial scientist back into her least favorite place—the spotlight. A hilarious and insightful new novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Bookish Life of Nina Hill .After a tumultuous childhood, Christa Liddle has hidden away, both figuratively and literally... -
![The Beloved by J.R. Ward]()
The Beloved by J.R. Ward
The thrilling and highly anticipated next installment in the bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series!When Zsadist’s daughter, Nalla, falls in love, the Black Dagger Brotherhood’s deadliest fighter has to confront the future and the reality that he can’t protect his young forever...romance · paranormal · vampires · fantasy · contemporary · audiobook · action-adventure · fiction · book · adult -
![What I Should've Said by Max Monroe]()
What I Should've Said by Max Monroe
When grumpy, muscled-up artist Bennett Bishop bothers to speak, it’s usually to say something you’re not ready to hear.When he first speaks to Norah Ellis, a rambling runaway bride who hitchhikes a ride from him, it’s to tell her to get out of his truck and walk because she’s a pain in the a-s-s...romance · contemporary · fiction · humor · abuse · enemies-to-lovers · small-town · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc -
![The Throne of Blood and Honor by J. Bree]()
The Throne of Blood and Honor by J. Bree
From J. Bree, bestselling author of The Bonds That Tie, comes the second installment in her epic and enthralling romantasy series. In our arrogance, the high fae forgot everything that mattered... -
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![Midnight of Ashes by Tessa Hale]()
Midnight of Ashes by Tessa Hale
One moment changed everything. A split-second decision to try to save one of my five dragon mates nearly cost my life. And now nothing is the same.Knox, Cáel, and Cillian treat me like I’ll break at any moment, while Maddox keeps a careful distance. And Easton won’t look at me at all.We’re supposed to be fated by the stars, but we’re falling apart...romance · reverse-harem · fantasy · dragons · paranormal · university · shapeshifters · new-adult · fated-mates · age-gap -
![Bromantic Puckboy by Eden Finley, Saxon James]()
Bromantic Puckboy by Eden Finley, Saxon James
BilsonThe idea of moving away from Seattle was a joke at first.I have too many failed relationships here. Too much baggage.So when I find myself signing with Nashville and leaving everything behind, I’m hopeful a new start will cure me of my attachment problems.I fall fast and hard, and I’m quickly realizing it’s not so easy to escape my emotional damage. That follows no matter where I go...romance · mlm · sports · lgbtq · contemporary · humor · friends-to-lovers · steamy · slow-burn · found-family -
![Foster in New York by Eden Finley]()
Foster in New York by Eden Finley
A short featuring Foster and Zach from Power Plays & Straight A's book one of the CU Hockey by Saxon James & Eden FinleyCU Hockey & Fake Boyfriend/ Crossover Bonus...romance · mlm · sports · lgbtq · new-adult · contemporary · friends-to-lovers · fiction · book · adult -
![Keres by Sadie Kincaid]()
Keres by Sadie Kincaid
Are you ready for the next explosive instalment of the Chicago Ruthless series. The Moretti's might think they have it all, but there's one more Moretti out there who wants to take it from them...She was born in captivity and raised in hell. While her siblings lived in a golden palace and slept on feather pillows, Keres Sideris fought to survive horror and fear and pain...romance · dark · contemporary · reverse-harem · polyamory · mlm · suspense · organized-crime · enemies-to-lovers · forced-proximity -
![Songbird's Second Chance by Ashley Farley]()
Songbird's Second Chance by Ashley Farley
Thirty years ago, Savannah’s child was taken from her shortly after giving birth. The next day, she ran away to the Pacific Northwest where she’s been living ever since. But her circumstances have changed. The tavern where she bartends is closing and her landlord is selling the house she rents... -
![What Cannot Be Said by C.S. Harris]()
What Cannot Be Said by C.S. Harris
A seemingly idyllic summer picnic ends in a macabre murder that echoes a pair of slayings fourteen years earlier in this riveting new historical mystery from the USA Today bestselling author of Who Cries for the Lost...romance · mystery · historical-fiction · historical · fiction · industrial-era · regency · law-enforcement · cozy · amateur-sleuth -
![Learn Your Lesson by Kandi Steiner]()
Learn Your Lesson by Kandi Steiner
My mother only wanted me to learn one lesson growing up…Men are trash. Her father left her, and then my father left us. Being raised by her and my grandmother, I was surrounded by the reminder to be independent and guard my heart...romance · sports · contemporary · audiobook · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · forced-proximity · age-gap · found-family -
![A Heart Like Home by Christine Nolfi]()
A Heart Like Home by Christine Nolfi
Finding family is a journey of love, risk, secrets, and healing in a powerful novel by the bestselling author of A Brighter Flame, The Passing Storm, and The Road She Left Behind.When Nova Doubeck is asked to foster two children, she can’t say no. With her own childhood wounds healed by adoptive parents, Nova understands the rewards of a caring guardian—even an impermanent one...fiction · contemporary · womens-fiction · audiobook · mystery · family · child-abuse · abuse · female-mc · romance -
![Taming 7 by Chloe Walsh]()
Taming 7 by Chloe Walsh
Taming 7 is an epic and unforgettable love story in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh.She's the quintessential sunshine girl. He's the lovable class clown. But storm clouds are rolling in, and this Tommen boy is about to get serious... -
![There Goes the Groom by Esther Hatch]()
There Goes the Groom by Esther Hatch
Catching a husband has never been so complicated.Matthew Harrison has only one task in life: to marry money. After failing miserably in London, his family takes matters into their own hands by arranging his marriage to the wealthy Lucy Bateman. But when he meets Lucy for the first time, his resolve to save his family from ruin crumbles...romance · historical-fiction · industrial-era · regency · victorian · historical · fiction · humor · literary-fiction · satire -
![Escape to the Irish Village by Ann O'Loughlin]()
Escape to the Irish Village by Ann O'Loughlin
Can she finally find the home she’s always wanted?Emma Wilson is running from a broken marriage after her life has been torn apart, and she’s desperate to start over. Escaping to a small Irish village, Emma begins working for seventy-five-year-old fashion enthusiast Judith McCarthy in her beautiful manor house at the heart of the tight-knit community...romance · family · enemies-to-lovers · contemporary · action-adventure · fiction · female-mc · suspense · friendship · book -
![The Study of Magic by Maria V. Snyder]()
The Study of Magic by Maria V. Snyder
Frankly, I think death is the best cure for stupidity.As Chief of Ixia’s Security, Valek’s work is never done. After rescuing Commander Ambrose with, Yelena, his heartmate’s, help and seeing her off to Sitia, Valek discovers the nefarious scheme to overthrow their country is far more complex and far reaching than anyone could have guessed...romance · fantasy · new-adult · magic · high-fantasy · action-adventure · fiction · paranormal · book · adult -
![One Last Word by Suzanne Park]()
One Last Word by Suzanne Park
Acclaimed author Suzanne Park returns with a charming and compelling novel about an aspiring tech entrepreneur who goes on a rollercoaster journey of self-discovery after her app, which sends messages to loved ones after you pass, accidentally sends her final words to all the important people in her life—including the venture capital mentor she’s crushing on...romance · fiction · contemporary · womens-fiction · audiobook · poc-mc · poc-author · new-adult · realistic · female-mc -
![Honey by Victor Lodato]()
Honey by Victor Lodato
Meet a woman as tenacious as Elizabeth Strout’s Olive Kitteridge and as irresistible as Andrew Sean Greer’s Arthur Less: Honey Fasinga, the glamorous daughter of a notorious New Jersey mobster, is returning home at last, ready to reckon with her violent past...fiction · literary-fiction · contemporary · audiobook · mystery · historical-fiction · trans-mc · romance · family · lgbtq -
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![Of Rite and Ruin by Elena Lawson]()
Of Rite and Ruin by Elena Lawson
OF RITE AND RUIN is the 5th and FINAL book in the Arcane Arts Academy series by bestselling author Elena Lawson...romance · reverse-harem · paranormal · witches-wizards · magic · fantasy · vampires · steamy · shapeshifters · university -
![Discovering Zhara: Going Undercover by Jessica Sorensen]()
Discovering Zhara: Going Undercover by Jessica Sorensen
My name is Zhara and I’m completely in over my head. Not only am I pretending to date all of the Bad Boy Rebels, but I’m also going undercover to help bring down one of the most dangerous groups in Honeyton.And the number one rule to my assignment: I can no longer act like a good girl…Approx. 15,000 words.EACH VOLUME IS A QUICK, FUN READSeries extends over multiple volumes...romance · reverse-harem · new-adult · high-school · young-adult · contemporary · espionage · polyamory · political-intrigue · fiction -
![Late Bloomer by Mazey Eddings]()
Late Bloomer by Mazey Eddings
A sapphic opposites-attract romance with Mazey Edding's signature sparkling voice!Winning the lottery has ruined Opal Devlin's’s life. After quitting her dead-end job where she’d earned minimum wage and even less respect, she’s bombarded by people knocking at her door for a handout the second they found out her bank account was overflowing with cash. And Opal can’t seem to stop saying yes...romance · contemporary · wlw · lgbtq · fiction · lesbian-mc · season-winter · new-adult · female-mc · humor -
![High Tea at The Beach House Hotel by Judith Keim]()
High Tea at The Beach House Hotel by Judith Keim
Guests can be surprising…Ann and Rhonda continue their work at The Beach House Hotel, always striving to make their upscale property the best on the Gulf Coast of Florida. As they’ve learned, not all guests are easy...womens-fiction · psychological · cozy · fiction · female-mc · romance · humor · contemporary · breakup · domestic-drama -
![Divine Future: A Divine Cozy Mystery Romance by Hope Callaghan]()
Divine Future: A Divine Cozy Mystery Romance by Hope Callaghan
As Jo prepares for her upcoming wedding, she becomes increasingly concerned that a close friend’s life may be in danger and enlists the help of Raylene Baxter, former bounty hunter and current Second Chance resident, to investigate...romance · fiction · cozy · christian · spirituality · suspense · amateur-sleuth · mystery · culinary · book -
![Just This Once by Lena Hendrix]()
Just This Once by Lena Hendrix
Whip King cannot be the man for me.Cocky, pierced firefighters are perfect for late-night rom-coms, but in real life they’re nothing but trouble. Especially when you find out they work for your dad—after you’ve already slept with them.Moving to my parents’ small town was supposed to be the fresh start I was looking for... -
romance · small-town · secrets · enemies-to-lovers · humor · suspense · contemporary · fiction · book · adult
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![Dad Bod Orc by Tana Stone]()
Dad Bod Orc by Tana Stone
I needed a break. A break from the paparazzi, a break from my co-star ex, and a break from being the hottest new actress in Hollywood.I did not need an orc bodyguard.But my overprotective dad refuses to let me go on a location shoot without a security detail, and he’s picked the toughest, scariest bodyguard in LA to accompany me. Too bad Roc is also my dad’s friend and my teenage crush...monsters · age-gap · sci-fi · paranormal · romance · forced-proximity · kind-mc · steamy · aliens · historical -
![SOS Hotel by Ariana Nash, Adam Vex]()
SOS Hotel by Ariana Nash, Adam Vex
Guaranteed a supernaturally safe stay! (Definitely no murders)*A scandalous ex-porn-star demon, and a morally shady billionaire vampire walk into a bar . . .But this is no joke. It’s opening day at the SOS Hotel, and that lust demon? He’s my business partner. I know. What was I thinking? The suave, billionaire vampire however? He’s something else . . -
![Advance Bravely by 柴鸡蛋, Chai Ji Dan]()
Advance Bravely by 柴鸡蛋, Chai Ji Dan
Category: modern, humor, heart melting, heart breaking, top adores bottom.Length: 215 chapter (main story) + 10 chapters (epilogue) Main Couple: Yuan Zong - Xia YaoSupporting Couples: Peng Ze - Li Zhenzhen; Xuan Da Yu - Wang ZhishuiSynopsis: Sergeant Xia Yao, born into a wealthy and renown ancestry, is a playboy who has turned over a new leaf...romance · lgbtq · mlm · contemporary · fiction · enemies-to-lovers · action-adventure · fantasy · book · adult -
![Only Unity Will Spare Us by Michele Notaro]()
Only Unity Will Spare Us by Michele Notaro
I made a promise to the enemy… and I intended to keep it.Thank the goddess I have my pride and my wonderful, amazing mate—whose patience matches no other—because the world is in chaos, and Cosmo is my rock, my safe place inside the storm. If only I could find the time between witches, work, politics, and family to prove it to him...romance · mlm · paranormal · shapeshifters · witches-wizards · urban-fantasy · mystery · lgbtq · sword-sorcery · fantasy -
![Whispers of Truth by Valerie M. Bodden]()
Whispers of Truth by Valerie M. Bodden
Summer broke his heart once. But when she needs his help, how can Benjamin refuse? The youngest Calvano brother may be goofy, but he's also tender and big-hearted, and there's nothing he wouldn't do for the woman he loves—even when his love is the last thing she wants...romance · fiction · marriage-of-convenience · christian · spirituality · contemporary · religion · book · adult -
![The Finders Keepers Library by Annie Rains]()
The Finders Keepers Library by Annie Rains
This heart-warming second chance love story about hope and healing from USA Today bestselling author Annie Rains is perfect for fans of Raeanne Thayne and Jenny...romance · contemporary · womens-fiction · fiction · second-chances · christian · family · female-mc · epic · spirituality -
![Never Say Never by Brea Alepoú, Skyler Snow]()
Never Say Never by Brea Alepoú, Skyler Snow
I’d do anything for my family. Even go undercover and devote my life to the FBI so they can continue to thrive. Everything I do is for the Vitale name. I just have to focus, complete my job, divert attention and stay out of trouble.But trouble finds me.Not just me, but York Washington. He’s my boss, but more than that he’s my friend...romance · mlm · dark · organized-crime · lgbtq · action-adventure · poc-mc · suspense · crime · fiction -
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![Wicche Hunt by Seana Kelly]()
Wicche Hunt by Seana Kelly
I’m Arwyn Cassandra Corey, the Sea Wicche of Monterey. Want a psychic reading? Sure. I can do that. In the market for art? I have all your painting, photography, glass blowing, and ceramic needs covered in my newly remodeled art gallery by the sea. Need help solving a grisly cold case? Unfortunately, I can probably help with that too...witches-wizards · urban-fantasy · shapeshifters · new-adult · romance · fantasy · paranormal · fiction · book · adult -
![Too Hostile by Nicole Dykes]()
Too Hostile by Nicole Dykes
FletcherI’m a total nerd, but I look like a jock. I had a perfect GPA in high school, and my GPA in college is perfect too. I smile when I’m supposed to smile. I have two loving parents and a brother and sister who are always by my side. I’m the perfect all-American guy.But the only thing that actually defines me is the before...romance · mlm · university · age-gap · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · steamy · multi-pov · enemies-to-lovers -
![Mr. Picture Perfect by Daryl Banner]()
Mr. Picture Perfect by Daryl Banner
"I'm no Mr. Perfect... but for Noah, I want to be."It was just supposed to be a normal day at the Spruce crafts festival.Instead, I accidentally save the life of my childhood crush Noah Reed.And he has no idea how I feel at all.He is adorable, tragically introverted, and frustratingly clueless about emotion...angst · lgbtq · small-town · contemporary · mlm · fiction · literary-fiction · romance · humor · book -
![The Lookback by B.E. Baker]()
The Lookback by B.E. Baker
Amanda Saddler has lived a long and happy life. She’s not ready to die or anything melodramatic, but she’s long since given up on finding her fairytale ending.But when her adoptive granddaughter Emery picks up a box that was delivered to her doorstep, some new stories from the past come to light... -
![Welcome Home, Caroline Kline by Courtney Preiss]()
Welcome Home, Caroline Kline by Courtney Preiss
A young woman's reluctant return to her Jersey Shore hometown gives her the second chance she didn’t know she needed.In New York City, newly single Caroline Kline is stumbling her way through the recent implosion of her life. After a surprise breakup leaves her with no job, no apartment, and no backup plan, she’s unsure what to do next...north-america · usa · new-jersey · urban · new-york-state · romance · fiction · contemporary · womens-fiction · audiobook -
![To Bewitch a Beast by Greenwriter]()
To Bewitch a Beast by Greenwriter
In a land not so far away, there lives a place that lives in the past...She is the governess...Agatha Blair has been with the Everards for nearly two years. She is plain and barely passes the category of pretty. And she is secretly in love with him. He is the Lord of Devonshire...Benedict Everard is the eldest of all Everard children. He is a beast and he secretly believes the governess is a bore...romance · historical · historical-fiction · dystopia · fiction · love-triangle · siblings · poc-author · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc -
![绝处逢生 Thrive in Catastrophe by Jiao Tang Dong Gua, 焦糖冬瓜]()
绝处逢生 Thrive in Catastrophe by Jiao Tang Dong Gua, 焦糖冬瓜
This story is about a rookie researcher, who was forcefully dragged away from his restful life, compelled into facing various killers and zombies, always having to risk his life at the brink of death, and finally becoming an advanced researcher that is acclaimed by all...romance · lgbtq · mlm · dystopia · zombies · sci-fi · action-adventure · apocalyptic · fantasy · poc-author
