Romancing the Heart

From charming meet-cutes to soul-stirring love stories, these books are perfect for cozying up with a cup of tea (or coffee in my case) and losing yourself in the magic of modern romance. Whether you're a fan of slow-burn romances or love-at-first-sight tales, our recommendations have something for every romantic at heart. Happy reading!

  • Single mom Jess Davis is a data and statistics wizard who’s skeptical about love. When she learns about GeneticAlly, a DNA-based matchmaking company, she decides to give it a try. To her surprise, she’s matched with the company’s founder, Dr. River Peña, a man she initially finds insufferable. As they navigate their unexpected compatibility, Jess and River discover that love might just be a perfect equation.

  • Annie Walker, a flower shop owner in Rome, Kentucky, feels her life is too boring to attract a partner. Seeking help, she turns to Will Griffin, a brooding bodyguard, to coach her on dating. As they go through practice dates, their chemistry grows, leading to unexpected feelings and a deeper connection. Annie and Will must navigate their pasts and fears to find true love.

  • Aly Capellucci, a trauma nurse, is drawn to a mysterious masked man on social media. This man, Josh Hammond, is the son of a notorious serial killer and becomes obsessed with Aly. Their relationship delves into dark fantasies and shared traumas, exploring the complexities of obsession, control, and power dynamics in a non-traditional romance.

  • Ally Morales is struggling to make ends meet with multiple jobs when she’s hired by Dominic Russo’s mother to work at his family’s fashion magazine. Despite their rocky start, Ally and Dominic’s fiery arguments turn into unexpected sweet moments. As they confront their pasts and insecurities, their workplace romance blossoms into something deeper.

  • Jenna Watkins and Emmett Owens have been best friends for a decade, but their friendship was shattered when Emmett married someone else. Three years later, Emmett returns with his daughter, seeking a second chance with Jenna. As they rekindle their friendship and navigate past heartaches, Jenna must decide if she can trust Emmett again and embrace their potential future together.

  • Rylee Adder, a struggling college student, rushes to Eden, West Virginia, to reconnect with her grieving sister. There, she meets Colton Archer, a tattooed troublemaker. As Rylee battles her growing attraction to Colton, she uncovers shocking secrets about her family and the town’s veiled past. With danger closing in, Rylee must decide what she’s willing to risk for those she loves.

  • Stella Lane, a brilliant econometrician with autism, hires an escort, Michael Phan, to teach her about intimacy and relationships. As their lessons progress, Stella and Michael develop a deep connection that challenges societal norms and their own expectations. This heartwarming romance explores the journey of self-discovery and love.

  • Sloane Sutherland and Rowan Kane are rival serial killers who target other serial killers. Their unlikely partnership turns into a slow-burn romance as they compete in an annual game to hunt down dangerous criminals. As their relationship deepens, they must navigate emotional vulnerability and the complexities of love in dark circumstances.

  • Elsie Hannaway, a theoretical physicist, juggles her adjunct professor role with a side job as a fake girlfriend. When she interviews for a tenured position at MIT, she discovers her nemesis, Jack Turner, is on the hiring committee. As they navigate their academic rivalry, unexpected feelings blossom, leading to a heartwarming story about love, science, and self-discovery.

  • Genevieve Daylee’s life takes an unexpected turn when she marries Isaiah Reynolds, a mysterious man with a shadowy past, to protect herself from a murderer. As they navigate their marriage of convenience, Genevieve and Isaiah uncover secrets about their pasts and develop a deep connection. Together, they must solve a murder mystery and find love amidst chaos.

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