Top new romance books in August 2025
Last updated:
August 31, 2025
August 2025 featuring new releases by R.F. Kuang, Laura Thalassa, Sara Goodman Confino, Cassandra Clare, Ruby Dixon, Cecelia Ahern, Cynthia Leitich Smith, David Alexander Robertson, Brigid Kemmerer, Jane Healey, Ashley Jordan and many more.
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Katabasis by R.F. Kuang
Katabasis, noun, Ancient Greek. The story of a hero's descent to the underworld.Two academic rivals from Cambridge must travel to hell to rescue the soul of their advisor. Getting there was easy. Surviving it – and each other – is another thing entirely.2025’s most unexpected love story is going to be hell in the new novel by Sunday Times Number One Bestseller R.F. Kuang. Coming August 2025...romance · fantasy · fiction · historical-fiction · mystery · myths · magic · dark-academia · poc-mc · poc-author -
![Bedeviled by Laura Thalassa]()
Bedeviled by Laura Thalassa
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![Good Grief by Sara Goodman Confino]()
Good Grief by Sara Goodman Confino
A mother- and daughter-in-law. To move on, one of them will have to move out in a hopeful and hilarious novel about widowhood and family friction by the bestselling author of Don’t Forget to Write .It’s 1963, two years since Barbara Feldman’s husband died. Raising two kids, she’s finally emerging from her cocoon of grief. Not yet a butterfly, but she’s anxious to spread her wings...romance · historical-fiction · fiction · audiobook · grief · womens-fiction · family · historical · humor · found-family -
![Better in Black by Cassandra Clare]()
Better in Black by Cassandra Clare
Ten original love stories by the reigning queen of romantasy, featuring fan-favorite couples from her #1 New York Times bestselling Shadowhunter Chronicles—one of the most popular series of all time, with more than 50 million copies in print worldwide!Ten couples. United by love. Divided by danger...romance · fantasy · young-adult · urban-fantasy · paranormal · lgbtq · anthologies · historical-fiction · fiction · epic -
![Romancing the Clone by Ruby Dixon]()
Romancing the Clone by Ruby Dixon
Simone loves a good opportunity. When she sees that there’s a hole in the market on Risda III for a bakery, she steps in to fill the void. With a cart full of fresh baked goods, she rakes in the credits. Who cares if she doesn’t know the difference between a biscuit and a babka? She’s got hustle and a winning smile.Ruth-Ann cares. She cares a lot... -
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![Paper Heart by Cecelia Ahern]()
Paper Heart by Cecelia Ahern
From the bestselling author of PS I Love You comes a story of finding yourself – and finding your way home.Pip’s world is small. But it’s about to become a whole lot bigger.For years she’s tucked away her dreams, shrinking herself into the space left behind – like the delicate origami she creates alone in her room.Then hope comes from an unlikely an astronomer from the local observatory... -
![Legendary Frybread Drive-In: Intertribal Stories by Cynthia Leitich Smith, David Alexander Robertson, Darcie Little Badger, Angeline Boulley]()
Legendary Frybread Drive-In: Intertribal Stories by Cynthia Leitich Smith, David Alexander Robertson, Darcie Little Badger, Angeline Boulley
Featuring the voices of both new and acclaimed Indigenous writers and edited by bestselling Muscogee author Cynthia Leitich Smith, this collection of interconnected stories serves up laughter, love, Native pride, and the world’s best frybread.The road to Sandy June's Legendary Frybread Drive-In slips through every rez and alongside every urban Native hangout...romance · young-adult · indigenous-mc · anthologies · fiction · contemporary · fantasy · literary-fiction · spirituality · found-family -
![Warrior Princess Assassin by Brigid Kemmerer]()
Warrior Princess Assassin by Brigid Kemmerer
‘Some authors excel at plot and others at character, but Brigid Kemmerer is a master of both, and her debut in the world of adult romantasy blisters like a bullet – mixing intrigue, yearning, surprises and spice to create a story unlike any you’ve consumed before...romance · fantasy · young-adult · new-adult · high-fantasy · fiction · royalty · arranged-marriage · lgbtq · slow-burn -
![The Women of Arlington Hall by Jane Healey]()
The Women of Arlington Hall by Jane Healey
A female codebreaker puts her future and her heart on the line in a stirring novel about love, loyalty, betrayal, and Cold War spy games by the bestselling author of The Secret Stealers.1947: Adventurous Radcliffe graduate Catherine “Cat” Killeen cancels her wedding and upends a future that no longer suits her...europe · east-europe · russia · romance · historical-fiction · fiction · historical · audiobook · ww2 · mystery -
![Once Upon a Time in Dollywood by Ashley Jordan]()
Once Upon a Time in Dollywood by Ashley Jordan
A playwright must grapple with her difficult year and writer’s block while falling for the single dad living next door in this emotional debut novel from Ashley Jordan.Eve Ambroise may be a rising star playwright, but her personal life is falling part. Desperate for a fresh start, she breaks up with her fiancé, cuts off her parents, and heads to the Tennessee mountains...north-america · usa · tennessee · romance · fiction · audiobook · contemporary · friends-to-lovers · poc-mc · small-town -
![The Cinnamon Spice Inn by Harper Graham]()
The Cinnamon Spice Inn by Harper Graham
🎃 🍂 🎃 🍂Love is the sweetest spice of all.A fiery, coffee-loving city girl. A laid-back handyman with irresistible hazel eyes... -
![Save Me by K.A. Tucker]()
Save Me by K.A. Tucker
Save Me is the second book in the highly addictive Wolf Hotel Mermaid Beach series, a spin-off of the Wolf Hotel series.The last thing I expected to find in Mermaid Beach was love.Yet, here we are. I, Ronan Lyle, am infatuated with a woman again.And there is no way in hell I’m losing this one to Henry Wolf.Some people say I lack purpose... -
![Handsome Devil by L.J. Shen]()
Handsome Devil by L.J. Shen
Tate Blackthorn and Gia Bennett's story. This is a dark, DARK romance. Blurb and cover TBA... -
![The Last Soul Among Wolves by Melissa Caruso]()
The Last Soul Among Wolves by Melissa Caruso
The Last Soul Among Wolves is the dazzling second instalment in Melissa Caruso's bestselling Echo Archives series, a whip-smart fantasy adventure packed with murder, mystery and mind-bending magic.All Kembral Thorne wants is to finish her maternity leave in peace... -
romance · audiobook · contemporary · friends-to-lovers · new-adult · steamy · fiction · book · adult
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![The Return of Ruby Darling by Leeanne Slade, Eleanor Tomlinson]()
The Return of Ruby Darling by Leeanne Slade, Eleanor Tomlinson
From Leeanne Slade, the #1 bestselling author of The Rebound, Told You So and The Glitch, comes a brand new Audible Original about love, family, and finding yourself – no matter how far from home you have to go. Narrated by Eleanor Tomlinson, star of Poldark and One Day.Ruby Darling's life is falling apart...romance · audiobook · fiction · contemporary · womens-fiction · action-adventure · friends-to-lovers · slow-burn · friendship · family -
![Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher]()
Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher
From New York Times bestselling and Hugo Award-winning author T. Kingfisher comes Hemlock & Silver, a dark reimagining of “Snow White” steeped in poison, intrigue, and treason of the most magical kind.Healer Anja knows little of politics but much of poisons... -
![The Executioners Three by Susan Dennard]()
The Executioners Three by Susan Dennard
From New York Times bestselling author Susan Dennard comes The Executioners Three, a mystery filled with rivalry, romance, best friends, and a gruesome curse that dates back centuries.Freddie Gellar didn't mean to get half the rival high school arrested. She’d simply heard shrieks coming from the woods, so she’d called the cops like any good human would do...fantasy · young-adult · mystery · horror · paranormal · fiction · historical · supernatural · witches-wizards · romance -
![The Chemistry Test by Georgina Frankie]()
The Chemistry Test by Georgina Frankie
She’s ready to experiment with life… What about love?Incredibly resilient and determined to rewrite the possibilities of life with a chronic illness, Penny is ready to leave her family behind and go to college by herself, accompanied by a snazzy new wheelchair and a backpack full of confidence.When she meets the charming actor CJ, who is studying the same course, there’s an immediate spark... -
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![Without a Hitch by Portia MacIntosh, Charlotte Ritchie]()
Without a Hitch by Portia MacIntosh, Charlotte Ritchie
From multi-million copy bestselling Portia MacIntosh, comes Without a Hitch, a hilarious and heart-warming summer rom-com, narrated by Charlotte Ritchie (star of You and Ghosts).Holly thought she had it a perfect fiancé, a dream Maui wedding, and a thriving career writing about weddings. But when she's stood up at the altar, her world crumbles...romance · audiobook · contemporary · fiction · womens-fiction · fake-relationship · humor · holidays · action-adventure · book -
![My Haven by Alanea Alder]()
My Haven by Alanea Alder
Caiden Ironwood has been multitasking as a Unit Leader and Elder for so long, that when his father resumes his responsibilities as Elder, Caiden is left feeling restless, with too much time on his hands. Tensions are running high in the city and the amiable peace with Éire Danu has been shattered. Yet, despite his worries, he eagerly awaits the arrival of the mate he has been dreaming of...romance · paranormal · witches-wizards · vampires · shapeshifters · fae · fantasy · urban-fantasy · military · action-adventure -
![The House Guest by Penelope Ward]()
The House Guest by Penelope Ward
From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes a new, STANDALONE contemporary romance…The last thing Dorian Vanderbilt expected was to find me painting in my crop top when he returned to the mansion he hadn’t inhabited in years.He was understandably surprised I’d turned his living room into an art space.Life is certainly full of surprises, though, but not always in a good way...romance · forced-proximity · audiobook · contemporary · slow-burn · billionaire · age-gap · cheating · domestic-drama · secrets -
![Todos los deseos que escribí sin ti by Cherry Chic]()
Todos los deseos que escribí sin ti by Cherry Chic
¡Llega lo nuevo de Cherry Chic, una conmovedora novela de la reina del cozy romance nacional!ORIÓNMi madre solía describir la pequeña isla donde vivimos como un lugar donde las olas llegan a la orilla con suavidad, la arena es dorada y el mar sabe a sal... -
![Rookie Season by Katie Bailey, Leah Brunner]()
Rookie Season by Katie Bailey, Leah Brunner
He’s starting his rookie season in the NHL…Noah Downsby has always had one goal: play professional hockey. Now that he’s finally made it, he’s determined to prove himself. And if he’s going to have the best rookie season in NHL history, he needs zero distractions.But Noah didn’t plan for Allegra—Ally—Callahan moving in with him...romance · sports · contemporary · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · multi-pov · new-adult · female-mc · alpha-mc -
![The Magician of Tiger Castle by Louis Sachar]()
The Magician of Tiger Castle by Louis Sachar
The beloved author of Holes presents his first adult novel, a modern fantasy classic of forbidden love, a crumbling kingdom, and the unexpected magic all around us.Long ago and far away (and somewhere south of France) lies the kingdom of Esquaveta. There, Princess Tullia is in nearly as much peril as her struggling kingdom...fantasy · fiction · cozy · historical-fiction · historical · action-adventure · humor · magic · myths · paranormal -
![Still Mad About You by Liz Maverick, Luci Christian Bell, Andrew Eiden, Helen Laser]()
Still Mad About You by Liz Maverick, Luci Christian Bell, Andrew Eiden, Helen Laser
Long-time rivals get a second chance at love in this sparkling, laugh-out-loud scripted rom-com!Years after being locked in a fierce high school rivalry, Danielle Green and Asher Williams are forced to team up again. The plan their high school reunion in New York. As they set up a citywide treasure hunt for their former classmates, old tensions reignite…along with unexpected sparks...romance · audiobook · contemporary · enemies-to-lovers · fiction · second-chances · season-summer · humor · book · adult -
![A Touch of Treachery by Jennifer Estep]()
A Touch of Treachery by Jennifer Estep
New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Estep serves up a new, action-packed adventure in her Section 47 urban fantasy world. This series features secrets, lies, and superspies with amazing magical abilities, along with dangerous missions, double crosses, and a swoon-worthy romance. Perfect for fans of Alias, James Bond, Jason Bourne, Nikita, True Lies, and Netflix’s Bodyguard...romance · urban-fantasy · fantasy · magic · suspense · espionage · audiobook · urban · paranormal · fiction -
![The Fourth Daughter by Lyn Liao Butler]()
The Fourth Daughter by Lyn Liao Butler
In Taiwan, the bond between grandmother and granddaughter opens up a healing world for them both in an inspiring family saga about the comfort of food, untold histories, and indomitable mother love.Chef Liv Kuo’s star is on the rise…until a traumatic incident leaves her emotionally unable to venture outside her Manhattan apartment...romance · historical-fiction · fiction · mystery · historical · family · audiobook · literary-fiction · female-mc · 20th-century -
![Hearts and Hidden Secrets: A Family Romance Collection by Devney Perry, Helena Hunting, Tijan, Lauren Blakely]()
Hearts and Hidden Secrets: A Family Romance Collection by Devney Perry, Helena Hunting, Tijan, Lauren Blakely
Some secrets are meant to be kept, but love will find a way. Hearts and Hidden Secrets explores the bonds of family and the mysteries that lie just beneath the surface. Whether it's single parents, surprise pregnancies, or long-lost connections, these heartwarming stories show that love can heal even the deepest wounds... -
![Before and After by Anna Hackett]()
Before and After by Anna Hackett
I never expected to become a single mom. Back in my Colorado hometown, all I have time for is work and raising my grieving nephew.I don’t have time for a man. Especially a tall, dark, and broody one. Allie I’ve swapped city life for small town. Designer suits for a housekeeping uniform. And don’t get me started on my lack of sleep. But I’d do it all again in a heartbeat to take care of my nephew...romance · contemporary · suspense · forced-proximity · small-town · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · military · drama -
![The Bell Witches by Lindsey Kelk]()
The Bell Witches by Lindsey Kelk
YOU’LL WANT TO BE ONE. UNTIL YOU KNOW THEIR SECRETS.After Emily’s father tragically dies, she is forced to live with the only family she has left, an aunt and grandmother in the heart of Savannah, Georgia in a house as beautiful as it is mysterious.But all is not what it seems with the Bell family; they’re hiding a magical secret...romance · fantasy · witches-wizards · young-adult · audiobook · gothic · fiction · paranormal · season-autumn · supernatural -
![Moderation by Elaine Castillo]()
Moderation by Elaine Castillo
A bold and inventive novel about real romance in the virtual workplace—bringing Castillo's trademark wit and sharp cultural criticism to an irresistible story about the possible future of love.Girlie Delmundo is the greatest content moderator in the world, and despite the setbacks of financial crises, climate catastrophe, and a global pandemic, she’s going places: she’s getting a promotion...romance · fiction · literary-fiction · sci-fi · contemporary · audiobook · season-summer · poc-mc · mental-illness · family -
![Full Bloom by Francesca Serritella]()
Full Bloom by Francesca Serritella
The power to be seen. The power to be heard. The power to be adored. . . A woman's life is forever changed by a mysterious perfume in this stunning novel about ambition and untapped desire from the New York Times bestselling author of Ghosts of Harvard...urban · new-york-state · romance · fiction · mystery · magical-realism · contemporary · literary-fiction · audiobook · fantasy -
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![Dream On by Jennifer Hartmann]()
Dream On by Jennifer Hartmann
*Preorder now to receive the limited deluxe edition with gorgeous printed edges* From USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Hartmann comes an all-new standalone crossover romance filled with heartache and dreams.Lexington Hall and I were never supposed to collide—he, the golden boy of Hollywood, and me, a small-town dreamer with stars in my eyes... -
![The Incredible Kindness of Paper by Evelyn Skye]()
The Incredible Kindness of Paper by Evelyn Skye
In elementary school Chloe Hanako Quinn is assigned Oliver Jones as her pen pal. Before sending her letter she also whispers a note into it…and he hears her. It is the beginning of a friendship that blooms into something more—that is, until disaster strikes... -
![Red Fury by Charlene Hartnady]()
Red Fury by Charlene Hartnady
The dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…When I’m summoned to the Royal Offices, I expect to be promoted. I’ve earned it. I’m so sure the job is mine, but as it turns out, I was wrong. What I get instead is a one-way ticket to the Mainland on a covert mission so secret, my own people will abandon me if I’m caught... -
![Wolfish Player by Whitney G.]()
Wolfish Player by Whitney G.
Subject: Congratulations! We are thrilled to offer you an advance on your next book!The moment I got that email, I swore my days of being a broke indie author were officially over.I bought a new house, traveled, splurged on things I definitely didn’t need… and, um—kind of forgot to actually write the book.By the time my deadline rolled around, I had almost nothing to show for it... -
![Untitled by Elsie Silver]()
Untitled by Elsie Silver
New Series. Emerald Lake. Coming Summer 2026... -
![Play Me by Adriana Locke]()
Play Me by Adriana Locke
He’s supposed to be playing rugby—not playing me.I didn’t think it was possible to hate someone. Like utterly despise another human. Then I was hired to babysit the Royals’ newest star and found out just how wrong I was.My job should’ve been easy. Keep the hotshot on time and out of trouble. But that’s hard to do when I dream of smothering him with his jersey... -
![My Favorite Lost Cause by Elizabeth O'Roark]()
My Favorite Lost Cause by Elizabeth O'Roark
My stepbrother’s estate is fading fast. My resistance to him is fading faster.When my marriage hits rock bottom, I escape to South Carolina to help my charming disaster of a stepbrother, Charlie—aka "the douchiest man in Manhattan"—fix up the decaying Southern mansion he's just inherited.But the house has other ideas...
