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Grumpy × Sunshine Trope
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items One is closed-off, guarded, and broody. The other is bold, warm, and full of life. Together, they clash, spark, and slowly unravel each other in the most delicious ways. This list brings you 20 romances where opposites don’t just attract—they ignite....
Cade Eaton, a single dad and grumpy cowboy, hires Willa as a live-in nanny. Her sass and warmth slowly break through his tough exterior—cue swoony slow-burn tension on the ranch.
Heartless a book by Elsie Silver
Rowan, a gruff billionaire in charge of Dreamland, is forced to collaborate with Zahra, a creative spark plug with big dreams. Her sunshine energy rattles his rigid world—and heart.
The Fine Print (Collector's Edition) by Lauren Asher, Hardcover
Santiago, a disgraced F1 driver drowning in guilt, meets Chloe, a sweet, determined woman who sees the man beneath the mask. Her presence becomes his redemption arc.
Redeemed (Deluxe Edition) by Lauren Asher, Paperback
Knox, a broody barber with a no-nonsense attitude, gets stuck helping Naomi—an optimistic runaway bride who shows up in town with a surprise niece and a ton of chaos.
Things We Never Got Over a book by Lucy Score
Theo, a protective single dad and former playboy, hires his best friend's flirty, upbeat younger sister, Winter, as a nanny. Cue close quarters, forbidden vibes, and major heart.
Reckless By Elsie Silver
Amelia, a burnt-out pop star, gets stranded in Rome, Kentucky, and crashes with grumpy Noah, a small-town baker. Her bubbly nature slowly thaws his gruff, guarded heart.
When In Rome By Sarah Adams
Catalina needs a fake date for her sister’s wedding in Spain—and her icy coworker Aaron volunteers. As the trip unfolds, so do his soft layers under the stoic shell.
The Spanish Love Deception By Elena Armas
Alex, emotionally detached and ruthless, is tasked with protecting his best friend’s sister, Ava, who’s pure sunshine. Their chemistry burns as his walls crack.
Twisted Love By Ana Huang
Dominic, a growly boss with zero tolerance for nonsense, ends up working with Ally, a chaotic firecracker who challenges him daily—and makes him feel alive again.
Lucy Score Books
Olive, a quirky grad student, kisses Dr. Adam Carlsen to prove a point—leading to a fake relationship with the most aloof professor on campus. Science meets slow-burn swoon.
The Love Hypothesis By Ali Hazelwood
January, a hopeless romantic novelist, and Augustus, a jaded literary writer, end up as neighbors for the summer—and challenge each other to write outside their genres (and comfort zones).
Beach Read By Emily Henry
Bree, fleeing trauma, moves to a small town and meets Archer, a mute recluse. Her kindness and patience coax him out of his shell in one of the most tender grumpy-sunshine love stories ever.
Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan, Paperback
Piper, an L.A. socialite, is sent to a coastal town where she butts heads with Brendan, a no-nonsense fisherman. Her sparkle brings unexpected joy into his routine life.
It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey
Declan, a cold music executive, wants nothing to do with love—but when he signs bubbly indie artist Iris, her joy and creativity make him question everything.
Love Unwritten a book by Lauren Asher
Cassie, a sunshiney artist, accidentally ends up living with Frederick, a stiff and broody vampire. The roommate agreement quickly turns into heart-melting paranormal pining.
My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Levine, Paperback
Ronan, battling dark family trauma, finds a ray of hope in sweet, patient Aoife. Her persistence and love slowly bring him back from the edge.
Saving 6 by Chloe Walsh
Stoic bodyguard Rhys is assigned to protect sassy princess Bridget. Their chemistry simmers under the surface of rules, duty, and forbidden longing.
Twisted Games a book by Ana Huang
Jess, a single mom and numbers lover, is matched via DNA test with grumpy geneticist River. Science says they’re soulmates—now she just has to convince him
The Soulmate Equation By Christina Lauren
Stoic sheriff and sassy bookstore owner battle old wounds and fiery chemistry in this emotional rollercoaster.
Things We Left Behind By Lucy Score
Emotionally guarded fighter and vibrant heroine clash and connect in a slow burn full of tension and healing.
Collide: Exclusive Sprayed Edge By Bal Khabra