Top new romance books out this week: 30 Nov - 6 Dec 2025
Last updated:
December 6, 2025
This week featuring new releases by Kate Storey, Cora Reilly, Katrina Leno, L.J. Shen, L.J. Shen, L.J. Shen, L.J. Shen, Kate Stewart, Rina Kent, Lauren Gunderson, Tala Ashe and many more.
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The Forgotten Book Club by Kate Storey
Life can begin with a single story. You just have to Bring Your Own Book…For three decades, Grace supported her husband Frank’s passion for books, even though her own love for literature paled in comparison. Since his passing, the shelves echo longingly, and Grace's heartache has only grown.When Grace’s grandson suggests joining Frank’s old book club, she hesitates...fiction · contemporary · friendship · family · audiobook · mystery · cozy · romance · humor · female-mc -
The Madman and His Broken Princess by Cora Reilly
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Persephone's Curse by Katrina Leno
The Hazel Wood meets Laini Taylor in this gorgeous speculative tale of sisterhood, ghosts and old family curses.Are the four Farthing sisters really descended from Persephone? This is what their aunt has always told that the women in their family can trace their lineage right back to the Goddess of the Dead...fantasy · horror · myths · ghosts · fiction · young-adult · retellings · romance · coming-of-age · urban-fantasy -
Devil's Gambit by L.J. Shen
This is a complete standalone. Blurb and cover TBA...romance · organized-crime · slow-burn · enemies-to-lovers · forced-proximity · crime · fiction · book · adult -
Corrupt Knight by L.J. Shen
This is a complete standalone. Blurb and cover TBA...romance · organized-crime · fiction · contemporary · forced-proximity · dark · enemies-to-lovers · slow-burn · crime · book -
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Wicked Queen by L.J. Shen
This is a complete standalone. Blurb and cover TBA...romance · organized-crime · slow-burn · enemies-to-lovers · boss-employee · forced-proximity · crime · fiction · book · adult -
Heartless King by L.J. Shen
This is a complete standalone. Blurb and cover TBA...romance · organized-crime · enemies-to-lovers · slow-burn · forced-proximity · crime · fiction · book · adult -
Birds of a Feather by Kate Stewart
The sizzling, darkly seductive Ravenhood saga continues in the second in the spin-off Ravenhood Legacy series. the book that fans of this internationally bestselling series have been clamoring for—Tyler’s story, in his own words . . . Tyler Carter Jennings is an enigma...romance · organized-crime · retellings · contemporary · new-adult · suspense · fiction · billionaire · crime · book -
Sweet Venom by Rina Kent
From the New York Times bestselling author Rina Kent comes a new standalone dark hockey romance set in a new glamorous secret world.Vipers Book 2More information is coming soon.This book is part of the Vipers' series but can be read on its own... -
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson, Tala Ashe, Will Brill, William DeMeritt
Step into the warm holiday glow of Pemberley Estate and witness an unexpected romance unfold in Miss Christmas at Pemberley. At last, bookish middle sister, Mary Bennet—forever eclipsed by her sisters’ romantic escapades—takes center stage.Mary’s world brightens with possibility when a surprising gentleman arrives for Christmas at the Darcy residence...romance · audiobook · historical-fiction · fiction · historical · family · industrial-era · regency · humor · classics -
Whispers at Painswick Court: Historical Regency Romance and Mystery Set in England for Fans of Agatha Christie and Jane Austen by Julie Klassen
Anne Loveday, a surgeon's daughter, is determined to live a single, useful life. To escape her matchmaking stepmother, she accepts an invitation from an old friend to return to Painswick, the place she and her sister spent many happy summers until that last, fateful year...romance · historical-fiction · mystery · christian · historical · industrial-era · regency · fiction · audiobook · ghosts -
Murder on Harley Street by C.J. Archer
When a patient is electrocuted by a medical therapy device, the manufacturer proves it was tampered with. Who killed her? And what grudge did they hold against her doctor, whose reputation now lies in tatters? The medical profession’s faith in electric shock therapies for treating female nervous conditions is shaken after a patient dies while connected to one such device...romance · mystery · audiobook · historical-fiction · fiction · cozy · historical · law-enforcement · female-mc · investigator -
Villains & Vigilantes: A Necessary Evils Anthology by Onley James
Trick. Treat. Take out the trash.Welcome to the most unhinged Mulvaney party yet. The costumes are couture, the littles are under lock and key, and the ultimate villain is about to get exactly what she deserves.What starts as a Halloween gala turns into a house-wide hunt as the Mulvaneys, Jericho’s Boys, and the men of Elite close ranks to end a monster’s reign for good... -
Merry and Bright by N.R. Walker
When given the opportunity to make his dream of owning his own bookstore come true, Winter Atkins couldn’t say yes quick enough. Moving to Hartbridge, Montana, with his favorite aunt is the adventure he needs to start over. And leaving behind a string of unhappy boyfriends because of his asexuality, Winter is all too happy to shelve the idea of dating forever.Deacon Clark has never fit in...romance · mlm · contemporary · disability · lgbtq · found-family · animals · small-town · audiobook · cats -
Tangled In Tinsel & Knots: An Omegaverse Romance by Harley Knight
I kissed the wrong Santa. Now he wants to make my name on the naughty list permanent.Cornered beneath the mistletoe with a creepy coworker closing in, I grabbed the nearest Santa for a quick-escape kiss.Big mistake.Because the man behind the fake beard wasn’t the cheerful volunteer I’d thought he was. He was one of the infamous bounty hunters who live on the outskirts of Whispering Grove...romance · omegaverse · reverse-harem · contemporary · forced-proximity · found-family · insta-love · small-town · humor · comedy -
To Ride the Wind and Steal the Sun: A Complete Duology Retelling of East of the Sun and West of the Moon by Melanie Cellier
Charlotte has always longed to be accepted by her older sisters. She would gladly exchange her vaunted beauty for their friendship. But they ask a far higher price. Pushed into marriage with a stranger, Charlotte is left betrayed and alone. All she knows of her new husband is that he has secrets—and that her heart beats a little faster whenever he calls her Lottie...romance · audiobook · fiction · adaptations · fantasy · paranormal · urban-fantasy · myths · coming-of-age · young-adult -
Boyfriend Without Benefits by Riley Hart
AnthonyI’m the last single member of the Jilted Exes’ Club, and I have no plans to change that.I’m fulfilled with my work at the club, dance classes, yoga, and the Exes. Plus, I’ve been extremely preoccupied with one Kason Maddox, the LA Rebels’ goalie. Let’s just say that since we’ve become friends, my eyes might drift in his general direction a little too much. But it’s only looking...romance · mlm · friends-to-lovers · contemporary · lgbtq · sports · parenthood · audiobook · fiction · book -
There's Always Next Year by Leah Johnson, George M. Johnson
From New York Times-bestselling author George M. Johnson and USA Today-bestselling author Leah Johnson comes a revolutionary new holiday romcom for fans of Lynn Painter, Alice Oseman, and Nicola Yoon.Andy was supposed to shed her too-serious student journalist persona and reinvent herself on New Year's Eve... -
Kingdom of Today by Gena Showalter
From New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter comes a hauntingly beautiful dystopian fantasy, where ancient powers rise and a fearless young woman must choose between the ruthless prince who tempts her heart—and a destiny that could cost her soul.When Arden Roosa returns to Fort Bala Royal Academy, nothing is as it was... -
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Sweet Addiction by Bella Matthews
From #1 Amazon and USA Today Bestselling Author Bella Matthews comes an enemies to lovers, forced proximity, sports romance.Rome Beneventi is a walking, talking bad decision—six feet, five inches of tattoos, temptation, and trouble wrapped in a smirk and dipped in sin. This MMA champion should come with a warning label . . . or at the very least a disclaimer.I sell books, and he breaks bones... -
Deviant by Cora Rose, Lark Taylor
In my defense, this is all Brad’s fault.I had one very important job: kidnap Brad.I’ve never kidnapped someone before but how hard could it be? Find Brad. Snatch Brad. Deliver Brad to the very scary people who hold my fate in their hands.So when a handsome, flirty stranger at the bar drops his name, I think my luck has finally turned. No chase. No fight...romance · mlm · dark · found-family · forced-proximity · contemporary · crime · lgbtq · organized-crime · age-gap -
The Necromancer's Christmas Tree of Terror by Jocelynn Drake
The tree knocked on the front door, begging to be let in…It was Sky and Nolan’s first Christmas together.Nolan was hoping to make lots of cozy memories with his new family.But nothing goes quite how you might expect when you date a necromancer.A “Christmas” tree shows up on their doorstep—a gift from the king of the underworld—and it turns their holidays upside down...romance · paranormal · mlm · magic · fantasy · witches-wizards · lgbtq · humor · contemporary · demons -
On Dancer by Annabeth Albert
Can holiday magic transform this crush into a happily ever after?Rudy:I’ve had a crush on Alexander Dasher, the legendary ballet star, since I was fifteen years old. A decade of pining from a distance...romance · mlm · contemporary · lgbtq · friends-to-lovers · slow-burn · age-gap · small-town · humor · bisexuality -
The Nest Before Christmas by Piper Rayne
A grounded plane. A questionable Greyhound bus. A brotherhood on a mission.When the team’s plane gets grounded right before Christmas, the Falcons will stop at nothing to make it home for the holidays, including launching their own Planes, Trains, and Automobiles-style mission across the country to get back to their wives and kids... -
The Book of Luke by Lovell Holder
For fans of Survivor and Less, this fast-paced debut novel shines an unflinching light on the drama of reality TV when a gay man returns to the cut-throat show he won in his youth after his adult life begins to unravel...romance · fiction · contemporary · lgbtq · audiobook · mlm · drama · literary-fiction · family · friendship -
Love and Warner by S.L. Scott
All’s fair in love and Warner.They say all is fair in love and war. Clearly, they haven’t met Warner Landers. The ruthless billionaire had me begging him to spare my family’s restaurant from a buyout. In response, he shamelessly flirted and walked away wearing a smug smirk.Karma strikes, literally, when he crosses the street... -
Bratva Menace by T.J. Maguire
Lukyan VolkovIt was my time to motherfucking shine.I've always been underestimated. The type of personality I had ensured that. I liked to joke around a lot. Have fun. Make people laugh. Being underestimated kinda came with that territory, and that was okay. I didn't mind.But now, I had the chance to prove myself. To show that I wasn't just the idiot, class clown of the Bratva...romance · dark · contemporary · organized-crime · obsession · humor · fiction · action-adventure · steamy · crime -
Texas Snow by Kelly Fox
His cabin was the last place I wanted to go. Detective Rafferty put me behind bars, and I should hate him for it.I mean…I do.Mostly.But there’s a fine line between grudge and obsession, and I’ve been walking it for the last year.Now my protection detail’s blown on Christmas Eve, and the only man who can keep me alive is the one who ruined my life...romance · mlm · contemporary · forced-proximity · lgbtq · fiction · prison · law-enforcement · mystery · forbidden-love -
MistleFoe by Cambria Hebert
‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, cookies, joy, and a little sprinkle of mom guilt on the side. Did I say little? I mean an entire sleigh full. Which is exactly why I’m on my way home to Winterbury for the holidays, something my parents have been pleading for since I left the small-town life for a view of the city nearly ten years ago.It’s not that I don’t come home to visit. I do...romance · mlm · enemies-to-lovers · forced-proximity · lgbtq · small-town · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc · grumpy-mc · contemporary -
The Last Vampire by Romina Garber
Pride & Prejudice meets Crave when Austen-loving Lorena Navarro attends a new boarding school expecting to find her own Mr. Darcy, but accidentally finds the world’s last vampire instead!Pride comes before the fall.When a boarding school opens in a once-condemned Victorian manor buried in the woods of New Hampshire, Austen-loving Lorena Navarro enrolls in hopes of finding her own Mr. Darcy...fantasy · vampires · young-adult · low-fantasy · romance · urban-fantasy · paranormal · fiction · book -
The Wilds & The Weeds by Ally North
On a hot summer’s day in 1975, young heiresses Willow and Ivy Wilde vanish while playing by a pond on the Stonehold estate, never to be seen again. Now, fifty years later, Stonehold is again abuzz, this time in preparation for the homecoming of Summer Wilde and Brody Weston, whose upcoming wedding is all anyone in Echo, Washington can talk about...romance · wlw · lgbtq · lesbian-mc · magical-realism · contemporary · fiction · forbidden-love · mystery · gothic -
Vanquished by Tana Stone
My planet made a deal with the ruthless Vandar. Now I belong to the most feared warlord in the galaxy.It was supposed to be a random lottery with just one unlucky woman chosen to seal the alliance between my frozen outpost and the Vandar warriors. One bride to guarantee we wouldn't betray them to the Zagrath Empire... -
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The Villain's Bodyguard by Ariana Nash
It's not easy being London's newest Dark Lord. A little murder in the morning, some late afternoon kidnapping, followed by an evening of vengeful plotting to take over the world...Thankfully, I'm not the next Dark Lord. Or I wasn't supposed to be...romance · mlm · paranormal · lgbtq · humor · steamy · contemporary · urban-fantasy · fantasy · comedy -
GodHood #4: A Marriage of Convenience, Mafia Dark Romance by Cristina Russo
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Pucking Feral: Part One by Lenore Rosewood
For two months, I've been hiding in the last place my NHL ex-fiancé would ever look.The home arena of the Ghosts—his team's fiercest rivals.I've survived by becoming invisible, avoiding cameras, and living in abandoned maintenance tunnels with a stolen ID badge. And it's working. At least until I meet the one alpha who understands what it's like to hide... -
Christmas On Cosmic Avenue by Garrett Leigh
When single dad Sab Dubois downloads a swingers app, it’s meant to be a bit of harmless curiosity—until his gorgeous neighbour catches him in the act and makes him an offer he can’t refuse.Galen McCarthy, the firefighter over the back fence, doesn’t do love or relationships—and he certainly doesn’t do forever. Coaching his flustered neighbour through some first-time exploration seems easy enough...romance · mlm · found-family · lgbtq · contemporary · substance-abuse · in-uniform · friends-to-lovers · bisexuality · slow-burn -
Duke by Jessica Peterson
DUKE is standalone book #4 in the interconnected Lucky River Ranch Series. Coming December 2 in eBook and paperback formats! The paperback will be the Bloom Books version...romance · western · contemporary · forced-proximity · small-town · steamy · new-adult · industrial-era · fiction · book -
My Fair Frauds: A Novel by Lee Kelly, Jennifer Thorne
A high society fraud and a scrappy swindler team up to take down Gilded Age New York in this tale of intrigue, drama, and female friendship.The Grand Duchess Marie Charlotte Antonie of Linsbourg--a war-torn country known for its wealth of emeralds--has taken Gilded Age high society by storm...mystery · fiction · historical · urban · cozy · female-mc · romance · action-adventure · book · adult