Book lover through and through—what started as a childhood habit never stopped. I’m drawn to romantasy, rich plots, and stories with strong characters that keep me hooked (and sometimes a little spice doesn’t hurt). I revisit old favorites often, but...
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Hidden gems
Spicy books
Stories that stay with you
These are books that are currently ruining my sleep schedule and was it worth it? YES IT worth it!
Hidden gems
These might be older books, and I usually recommend the full series since many aren’t meant to be read as stand alone. But here are a few standout titles that you absolutely have to check out!
This book had me in a chokehold. Without spoiling too much—war is brewing, enemies are coming from every direction, and the tension is nonstop. I was up at 4AM, glued to every page!! Still recommend to read the books prior to fully understand everyth...
Last Dragon Standing by G. A. Aiken, Paperback
First book you have to read before The Last Dragon Standing!
Dragon Actually
Second book to understand the last dragon standing
About a Dragon (Dragon Kin)
MMC? Say less—I was sold instantly, third book in the series!
What A Dragon Should Know
THE couple I couldn’t wait for! Blue with our Izzy!
How to Drive a Dragon Crazy (Dragon Kin 6)
Random read and it was just so cozy. Super short you can finish in a day!
Another random read that I found, I loved the pace and the adventure
Order of Swans: Magical Fairy Tale Romance
An unexpected find—I didn’t think I’d fall in love with both the MMC and FMC. A perfect rom-com!
Ready or Not: A Hearts of New York Novel
Enjoy this with a cup of coffee or tea…super cozy read!
The Bookshop on the Corner: Cozy Scottish Romance
Currently obsessed with this fantasy book—it plays out like a movie in my head. If you love c-drama you'll love this book!
The Poppy War: A Novel
You'll cry, your heart will flutter, you'll be angry and at the end of this journey you'll be reminded of human kindess and to be strong doesn't always mean violence.
The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue
Aunty and a murder?? Unexpected friendships and chaos along the way—totally recommend, a hidden gem.
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers
A glimpse into a friend’s life through letters—you won’t want to miss it.
The Correspondent: A Novel
If there's one duet everyone needs to read, it's this one. I couldn't stop reading and finished both books back-to-back. It felt like an old tale retold, and it absolutely broke me in the best possible way!!
Crown Me Dead: a Dark Fantasy Romance
Second book of Crown me Dead. I could not put this book down and I didn't want it to end. I stayed up way too late into the night, then cried myself to sleep after I finished. This is one book you'll going to remember for years!!
Crown Me Yours: a Dark Fantasy Romance
I found my hidden gem of MM romance this year! This story is so emotional—it’s not only a journey of healing, but also of finding love and family. A beautiful story of resilience, patience, and falling in love.
Salvaged Heart
The brain stays alive for up to seven minutes after you die. What do you think about during those time?? Prepare to cry, forgive, and heal as two hearts find their way back to each other.
Seven Minutes: An MM Hurt Comfort Romance
Read for the chemistry, stayed for the found family, the healing, and the MMC who truly sees you, chooses you, and wants the absolute best for you.
Pretty Little Scars: Forbidden Romance
If grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort, and found family are your vibe, you’re going to want this one. Stay for the chemistry, stay for the plot, and fall in love with the whole damn story.
Devour: A MM Mercenary Romance (Sinro Enterprises)
A TRUE enemies-to-lovers romance with a patient FMC, a grumpy MMC, and LOTS of angsty, angry, oh-so-sexy scenes. If tension is your love language, this one is for you.
Shattered Dreams (The Dream Series)
Beautiful emotional writing, a cozy love story, and a swoony cowboy romance… What more could I possibly ask for?
On the Land, We Shoot Straight
For a debut novel, this one has SO much heart. It brought me comfort, tears, and all the feels, and now I’m completely in love with this beautiful MM romance.
The Resilience Of Stars
Spicy books
I truly have nothing to add except… these are living rent-free as my favorite spicy books right now 🌶️
Recommend to read the first book to understand this one but you can definitely read this as a book by itself. My personal favorite couple!
Where We Belong: Stone Riders MC, Book 2
A hockey series I didn't think I'll get so hooked on!!
Bad Intentions: Dark Hockey Bully Romance
An older series, but still my one of favorite book. No matter how many times I reread it, it wrecks me in the best way — I cry every single time.
Lover Unbound
Second book in the series
Dark Delights: Dark Hockey Bully Romance
Sorry…I'm just obsessed with this series! It feature THE MMC I was looking forward to!
Twisted Deeds: Dark Hockey Bully Romance
Sorry…I'm just obsessed with this series! Because of MMC I had to give this book a second chance! Didn't regret it!
Wicked Ends: Dark Hockey Bully Romance
Retelling of Beauty and the Beast
A Thorn in Every Heart (Enchanted Legacies Book 1)
Skip straight to the heat
Blood of My Monster: Special Edition Print
Rom com
You Had Me at Hola: Steamy Rom-Com (Primas 1)
Hockey + green flag MMC?? Say less 😌🏒💚
The Deal (Collector's Edition) (Off-Campus, 1)
A dark romance you won’t want to miss — packed with aching yearning, explosive spice, chaotic twists, nonstop action, and a love story that completely consumed me. This book had everything I needed for the ultimate pick-me-up and absolutely did not d...
Insatiable: Edge of Darkness, Book 1
Part 2 of Insatiable is one you have to check out — it only gets better. The yearning is intense, the spice is addictive, the action is nonstop, and the chaos? Absolutely wild. This dark romance delivered everything I wanted and more. Totally obsesse...
Voracious (The Edge of Darkness Book 2)
Why choose…do I need to say more?
Ensnared: Post-Apocalyptic Reverse Harem
Love enemies-to-lovers? This is the real deal—a true enemies-to-lovers romance.
Beautiful Fiend (North Shore Stories)
Be prepare to cry!
Under Your Scars: A Dark Romance Novel
Slow burn. MM romance. Enemies to lovers. If that's your thing, don't miss this.
Finding Delaware (State of Us)
Small town romance, MMC will soon be your favorite!
Until the Stars Fall: Single Dad Romance
A talking buffalo and a bearded lizard as sidekicks? Yes, please! Comical, packed with character growth, and a MMM romance that had me hooked. I loved the journey of self-discovery, grief, healing, and sweet, satisfying payback. 😈
Make Me
Stories that stay with you
This section is for stories that captured me from the very first page and never let go. These are the books that echo long after they end—where scenes replay in my mind and characters linger like old friends I can’t quite leave behind.
You'll learn to love the professor and the relationship with the housekeeper and her son
The Housekeeper and the Professor
I usually don't like murder and mystery but this book made it worked and I couldn't stop thinking about it for days!
The Red Palace
Imagine Mulan but in feudal japan
Flame in the Mist
I kept thinking about the ending… and rooting for the second lead… or was he the main? You’ll have to check it out!
The Nightblood Prince: GMA YA Book Club Pick
Reshape my thoughts on family
These Tangled Vines: A Novel
I rarely pick up memoirs, but this one lingered long after the last page
The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute
It left a mark, and uncovered a history I didn’t know existed.
The Picture Bride: A Novel
A love story that was left unfinished
Stars in an Italian Sky
This will be a book that will stay with you for days!
Binding 13: Epic Romance from TikTok (Boys of Tommen 1)
Part two of Binding 13, you just have to read to the end!
Keeping 13 (Standard Edition) (Boys of Tommen, 2)
Living through grief, and finding healing in it.
This Book Made Me Think of You
This isn’t your usual rockstar romance. I cried, my heart fluttered, and I needed them back together.
The Words: An Enemies-to-Lovers Standalone Romance
These are books that are currently ruining my sleep schedule and was it worth it? YES IT worth it!
I wasn’t sure before, but yeah—BookTok definitely knows some of these ones.
FMC and MMC was the highlight! They were the reason I checked out the OG series.
Match Penalty: Special Edition (Rookie Hawkeyes)
This might be my favorite bc of MMC and FMC—I was so excited to jump into book two after finishing the first!
King of Pride (Kings of Sin, 2)
I always recommend to always start the first book to understand the entire series!
King of Wrath (Kings of Sin Book 1)
I absolutely devoured this book—finished it in a day and a half!
Heated Rivalry: Now Streaming on Crave & HBO Max
Once you get over the craziness, this book got me hooked!
Crazy Rich Asians (Crazy Rich Asians Trilogy)
If you love Astrid give this book a chance!
China Rich Girlfriend (Crazy Rich Asians Trilogy)
Went in on a whim and fell in love—easily my favorite read of 2025!
Shield of Sparrows: Enemies-to-Lovers Romantasy
Second book to Shield of Sparrow… need I say more??
Intriguing storyline—but that ending? It had me diving straight into book two.
Powerless (The Powerless Trilogy)
Book 2 of Powerless filled the gap Part 1 left in my heart. The emotions, the tension, the longing — everything hit even harder this time around. I couldn’t put it down.
Reckless (The Powerless Trilogy)
Crazy rich asian meets princess diaries
Tokyo Ever After
The couple I’ve been waiting for all series—finally!!! 😭✨
Dirty Score: A Coach's Daughter Hockey Romance
Popular for a reason, this is my favorite brother!
One Golden Summer
There’s a reason this is so popular. Morally grey men, and even for a dark romance, it’s actually hilarious—I didn’t expect to laugh this much.
Lights Out Collector's Edition: Into Darkness
If it one book I recommend for 2026 it would be this!
For the Fans: A Novel (Deluxe Limited Edition)
The only book I recommend from the series!!
God of Fury (Standard Edition) (Legacy of Gods, 5)
A girl on a men's hockey team? Sign me up! I couldn't put this book down. The MMC is now one of my favorite fictional men!
Face Off: A Novel (D.C. Stars)
My favorite brothers in an MM romance? Yes, please! This book was heartwarming, packed with my favorite kind of humor, and I couldn't get enough of these two MMCs!
Knock Knock (From Nothing)
Sexy sad book. Give angst, longing, spice, and beautiful writing.
Sweat: MM College Sports Romance
THE fantasy romance of the YEAR. If you read one fantasy romance this year, make it THIS one.
The Wolf King: Enemies-to-Lovers Werewolf Romance
One of my top mafia romance recommendations! 🔥 Book 2 is best read after Book 1 to fully understand the story, but trust me—stay for the banter, stay for the chemistry, and stay for the tension.
Carnal Urges: A Queens and Monsters Novel
Book 1 for Carnal Urges! One of my favorite mafia romance series
