Welcome to our list of the best romance books for adults!
Get ready to be swept off your feet as we dive into the world of adult romance and explore the most captivating books that will make your heart flutter and ignite your imagination. From heartwarming contemporary tales to passionate historical sagas, steamy encounters to soul-stirring love stories, the realm of adult romance offers an array of captivating narratives that cater to every reader's desire. In this article, we have handpicked the best romance books for adults, carefully curating a collection that showcases the power of love, the complexities of relationships, and the transformative journeys that will leave you yearning for more. Get ready to fall in love with characters who will stay with you long after you've turned the final page, as we embark on an unforgettable literary adventure through the enchanting world of adult romance.
So without further ado, pick out the perfect romantic page-turner to ignite your next reading love affair!
Romance Books For Adults
1) A Season in Lights
Cammie, a mid-thirties dancer, has gotten her first role in a show since arriving in New York City's colorful art scene. Her lover, an older piano player, has a similar backstory to Cammie's. They both experience success and setbacks, learning the impermanence of fame and the value of new love. They also come to understand how dreams can be taken for granted until they're gone.
2) Love and Other Words
Macy Sorensen has established a routine that involves working hard as a new pediatrics resident, planning her wedding to an older, financially stable man, and keeping her emotions in check. However, her routine is disrupted when she unexpectedly meets Elliot Petropoulos - her first and only true love. Macy's carefully guarded world experiences upheaval when she sees Elliot again. Elliot had been her close friend and provided emotional support when Macy lost her mother. Macy's world revolved around Elliot in the past.
3) The Renaissance Sisters
Sabina Crawley has bad memories associated with the old chicken ranch, but her nieces Harper and Paige, whom she left the farm to on her deathbed, are excited about starting a new life there. Despite having no experience with ranch living, the Crawley sisters are able to turn things around and make the ranch their own. Harper even starts flirting with the contractor, Caleb Johansson, while his daughter, Ellie plays with their two rescue puppies on the farm.
4) The Summer of Broken Rules
Meredith Fox had been isolating herself after her sister, Claire, passed away a year and a half ago. However, this summer, she wants to open up to the world again. Her extended family is coming together for a wedding, and even though Meredith has no date due to an unexpected breakup, she's enthusiastic about participating in the clan's customary game of assassin that takes place during the week of the wedding. While forming an alliance with a handsome groomsman for the game, Meredith realizes she's getting sidetracked.
5) In Five Years: A Novel
Dannie Kohan is a highly organized person who plans meticulously. After acing the job interview of her life and accepting her boyfriend's marriage proposal, she falls asleep feeling content. However, when she wakes up, she finds herself in a different apartment and wearing a different engagement ring next to a completely unfamiliar man. She spends exactly one hour in the future before waking up at her own home just before midnight.
6) Every Last Word
Samantha McAllister appears to blend in with the other popular girls in her junior high class. However, she struggles with Purely-Obsessional OCD and the constant intrusion of negative thoughts. One day, she meets Caroline, who introduces her to Poet's Corner - a concealed room occupied by a close-knit group of outsiders who have been disregarded by the rest of the school. Sam is instantly drawn to them, particularly a skilled guitarist with a talent for poetry. As she spends more time with the group, Sam begins to uncover a previously unseen aspect of herself.
7) Better Than The Movies
Liz has been daydreaming about Michael for a while, but he didn't notice her before he left. Now that he's back, she wants to catch his eye and ask him to prom. To do this, she plans to become friends with Wes Bennet, who is on good terms with Michael.
8) Things We Never Got Over
Naomi fled from her wedding to help her twin sister in a town called Knockemout, Virginia. The area has a tradition of resolving conflicts through physical fights and drinking. Unfortunately, Naomi's evil twin, Tina, didn't change and stole her car and money, leaving her with an unexpected surprise: a niece she didn't know existed. Now Naomi is stranded in town without a car, job, plan, or home while taking care of her 11-year-old niece, who acts much older.
9) Where The Forest Meets The Stars
Joanna Teale, who lost her mother and battled breast cancer, works tirelessly in solitude until a battered, barefoot child named Ursa shows up at her cabin, claiming to be from the stars, to witness five miracles. Despite her concern for the child's well-being, Jo allows her to stay and seeks the assistance of her reclusive neighbor, Gabriel Nash, to uncover the mystery behind Ursa's arrival.
10) The Unhoneymooners
Olive Torres usually has bad luck, while her twin sister Ami always seems lucky. Ami won many contests to pay for her wedding. Olive has to spend the wedding day with Ethan Thomas, who is the best man, and she doesn't like him. However, they agree to make a truce and pretend to be newlyweds on a ten-day trip to Maui.
People Also Ask These Questions About Romance Books for Adults
What are some popular subgenres within adult romance books?
People often read different subgenres available in adult romance, such as contemporary romance, historical romance, paranormal romance, erotica, and romantic suspense.
Who are some popular authors in the adult romance genre?
Some well-known authors who excel in adult romance writing include but are not limited to, Nora Roberts, Lisa Kleypas, Sarah J. Maas, Colleen Hoover, and Christina Lauren—many of whom exploded in popularity as BookTokers.
Are there any steamy or explicit romance books available for adult readers?
Readers seeking romance books with more explicit content can explore subgenres like erotic romance, where authors like E.L. James (author of Fifty Shades of Grey) and Sylvia Day are popular choices.
How can I discover new adult romance books to read?
To find new romance books to add to your reading list, look at popular book recommendation websites, online book communities, or book subscription services that specialize in romance, such as Book of the Month or Romance Book Box.