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My favorite smutty romance books!
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items If you enjoy your romance books with spice, you’re in the right place! So many different categories depending what genre you love, or what mood you’re in. I’ll never recommend a book I haven’t read and loved! I've also linked audiobook recommendation...
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Dark Romance & Thiller
Hockey Romance
Ranch/Cowboy Romance
Romance
Miscellaneous Bookish Items
Audiobook (+ Audible)
Dark Romance & Thiller
These are either dark romances, or have incredibly heavy themes. Please read the trigger warnings before diving into any of these. Your mental health is always important.
Such a phenomenal book if you like dark romance with witty banter and two lovable main characters!
I also HIGHLY recommend the audiobook. Often available for free with Libby or Hoopla.
Lights Out: An Into Darkness Novel - by Navessa Allen (Paperback)
Buckle up for book one in one of my favorite series. Bonus points if you read while listening to the audiobook because the audiobook will blow your mind! Cannot be read as standalones, must read in order.
Insatiable (The Edge of Darkness: Book 1)|Paperback
Book two in The Edge of Darkness series. Does this mean you're hooked? Did you also get the audiobook?
Voracious (The Edge of Darkness: Book 2)|Paperback
Book three, the final book, in The Edge of Darkness trilogy (although now you get to read Psychotic Obsession for Tabias and Aria's story). Please report back to me after you finish the series!
Restitution (The Edge of Darkness: Book 3)|Paperback
This was the first book I read as an adult that really got me into reading. It's a series of 5 shorter books and you'll absolutely devour them. I never wanted to put the book down.
The Mindf*ck Series
A why-choose with one FMC and three MMCs. She's been kept in a bell tower her entire life, they will show her how to find herself.
Heartless Heathens|Paperback
All I have to say is Manson Reed is Daddy >>> short novella you're sure to love! It is a prequel to the Losers Duet (reading this first will make Losers better) but I HIGHLY recommend reading this whether you want to read the duet or not. It's just so HOT! Not a dark romance but BDSM scenes, an...
The Dare (Losers)
*Read The Dare first! Do you have to in order to read Losers? No. But I think you’ll like it a lot better.* Book one of the Losers duet. I admit I wasn’t the biggest fan of the Losers duet BUT I think that’s because I didn’t read The Dare first. Afte...
Losers: Part I|Paperback
Book two in the Losers duet. Read The Dare and book one before reading this.
Losers: Part II|Paperback
This book will have you sobbing but it’s an incredible read. Please read the trigger warnings, it is HEAVY with difficult topics.
Still Beating - by Jennifer Hartmann (Paperback)
A suspenseful/thriller romance that will have you guessing the whole book! Let me know if you figured out the plot twist before it was made known.
Pen Pal |Paperback
This is a prequel to Haunting Adeline - I wasn't a huge fan of that book. BUT this book is phenomenal! I love Sibby's character. This is a novella and a quick, fun read. Highly recommend whether you decide to read the Cat & Mouse duet or not.
Satan's Affair | Paperback
This is a spin off to the Haunting Adeline (Cat & Mouse) duet - while I wasn't a fan on the duet, this book was so good! I enjoyed the characters here so much more.
Where's Molly: A Cat & Mouse Spin-Off | Paperback
This book is f*cked up and I love every second of it. Please read the triggers, it's a wild ride!
No Way Out
This is book two of the Darkling series - equally as f*cked up, so please read the triggers. But so good!
No Way Back: A Horrific Romance Novella
WHEW - this book is wild! I recommend reading the triggers first but it's a step-sibling dark romance. The audiobook is also phenomenal - also linked.
Little Stranger: Dark Taboo Romance
While I didn't like book two as much as book one, it was nice to finish it off and see what happens to each character. It was also where we got to see into Malachi's childhood, which I feel is important.
Little Liar: Dark Taboo Romance (Web of Silence)
You will not guess the plot twist in this thriller, trust me. I listened to the audiobook for free (either on Hoopla or Libby), so would be great to listen along while reading. The book had such an interesting concept, I was dying to figure it out!
Grave Matter | Paperback
I listened to this audiobook (which was available for free on Hoopla). I thought the voice actors were absolutely PHENOMENAL in their roles. The book wasn't necessarily my favorite, I thought it was somewhat drawn out, but many people LOVE it so I th...
*There is a short novella, Delilah, published after this, following one of the other characters. I recommend reading that after Under Your Scars, if you read it.
*There is a short novella, Delilah, published after this, following one of the other characters. I recommend reading that after Under Your Scars, if you read it.
Under Your Scars | Paperback
This is a novella that takes place after Under Your Scars - you MUST read that before this. It's incredibly short, only 50 pages. The audiobook is available free through Hoopla and is only an hour.
Delilah: An Under Your Scars Novella
A smut-heavy book that takes place at a carnival, being chased by the bad boy for the thrill of one night. Dark themes, please read the triggers. It's a great Halloween novella!
No Place To Hide: Dark Romance Novella
Hockey Romance
Spicy romance books with a strong hockey theme.
Book one in my favorite series. The fourth book is my favorite book, ever. This series will work you up to the grand finale. They can be read as standalones so you can read the fourth first, if you want!
Before We Came: A Hockey Romance|Paperback
Book two in my favorite series. We love a spicy FMC!
Strong and Wild: A Hockey Romance|Paperback
Book three in my favorite series. Sweet Barrett <3
In the Game: A Hockey Romance|Paperback
Book four in my favorite series. Literally my favorite book. Ever. Camden Teller will have you BEGGING on your knees! He is my forever book boyfriend.
Stand and Defend|Paperback
This novella is *chefs kiss* - can be read as a standalone but there is a second one after it (Puck Shy, also linked) that is so good!
Trick Shot: A Spicy Christmas Novella|Paperback
The second part standalone novella. So delicious and really seals the deal for the duet!
Puck Shy: A Spicy Valentine's Day Novella|Paperback
This is book one in a spin-off to the Lakes Hockey Series. If Sloane St. James writes it, I'm reading it!
Coach Sully (Rogues Hockey)
Soon to be a streaming show so get your read on! College hockey jock meets tutor, all for a deal!
The Deal (Off-Campus, #1)|Paperback
Special edition of The Deal by Elle Kennedy 💗
The Deal (Collector's Edition)|Hardcover
Can senior hockey star win the girl back that he pushed away?
The Mistake (Off-Campus, #2)|Paperback
Special edition of The Mistake by Elle Kennedy 🩵
The Mistake (Collector’s Edition) | Hardcover
Such a great book by Kristen Granata!
Odd Man Rush | Paperback
All I have to say is Krum <3
Puck Pact | Paperback
Ranch/Cowboy Romance
Spicy romance books with a strong ranch, cowboy or small town theme.
The first book in the Chestnut Springs series. This is the first ranch book/series I read and it got me absolutely HOOKED onto the theme!
Flawless (Chestnut Springs, 1)
The second book in the Chestnut Springs series, grumpy single dad meets fiery live-in nanny.
Heartless (Chestnut Springs, 2)
The third book in the Chestnut Springs series will have you swooning over Jasper!
Powerless (Chestnut Springs, 3)
Fourth book in the Chestnut Springs series and it is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE of the series! Theo makes my heart melt over and over again.
Reckless (Chestnut Springs, 4)
Fifth (and final) book in the Chestnut Springs series. Follow along to see what happens between Beau and Bailey during the fake engagement!
Hopeless (Chestnut Springs, 5)
Prior to reading this duet, I had only read light, smut heavy books from Kayla so I wasn't expecting the depth in this book. It was so enjoyable to see the growth in characters while dealing with grief and stress, and so much more plot than I expecte...
Rein Me In (The Cowboys of Night Hawk) | Paperback
This is the second book in The Cowboys of Nigh Hawk duet. While I believe the author notes it can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading Rein Me In first - I think it's important to really grasp the MMC's character. Like the first, this ...
Rope Me In (The Cowboys of Night Hawk) | Paperback
Admittedly, it took me a few chapters to get into this author's style of writing. But once I was there, I really enjoyed this book! This is a small-town brother’s best friend romance that will have you rooting for the MMC to win the girl!
Done and Dusted: A Rebel Blue Ranch Novel | Paperback
Romance
Spicy romance books that I don't feel can be categorized into a specific genre.
Book one in the Sky Ridge Hotshots. May be read as a standalone but the reading the series in order really pulls them all together.
Fight: A Firefighter Romance (Sky Ridge Hotshots)
Book two in the Sky Ridge Hotshots. We love when a young miscommunication FINALLY gets cleared up!
PROTECT: Volume 2 Sky Ridge Hotshots
This is my favorite book in the Sky Ridge Hotshots. It's impossible not to fall in love with both characters. You don't want to miss out on reading this one!
Honor: A Firefighter Romance (Sky Ridge Hotshots)
Praise is the first book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series (6 total). This is an “ex-boyfriend’s dad” book, involving dominance and submission.
*Each book in the SPC series may be read as a standalone.
Praise|Paperback
Eyes On Me is the second book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series (6 total). This is a step-sibling romance.
*Each book in the SPC series may be read as a standalone.
Eyes on Me|Paperback
Give Me More is the third book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series (6 total). This was my first book by Sara Cate and one of my favorites by her. What happens when the best friend gets brought into the marriage? Read and find out!
*Each book...
Give Me More|Paperback
Mercy is the fourth book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series (6 total). She’s learning her way as a Domme, he’s bratty but craves the direction and consensual punishment.
*Each book in the SPC series may be read as a standalone.
Mercy|Paperback
Highest Bidder is the fifth book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series (6 total). Daisy meets filthy rich Ronan - who, oh yeah, dated Daisy’s mother many years ago. They’ll both have to open up about their secrets to give it a real shot…
*Each...
Highest Bidder|Paperback
Madame is the sixth (and final) book in the Salacious Players Club (SPC) series. This is a second chance FMF novel.
*Each book in the SPC series may be read as a standalone.
Madame|Paperback
Book 1 in The Goode Brothers series. While all can be read as standalones, I HIGHLY recommend reading them all because it will make book 4 a million times better. TRUST ME! Book 4 is one of my favorites ever. This book is a pastor in training turns i...
The Anti-hero | Paperback
Book 2 in The Goode Brothers series. While all can be read as standalones, I HIGHLY recommend reading them all because it will make book 4 a million times better. TRUST ME! Book 4 is one of my favorites ever. This book is my second favorite in the se...
The Home-wrecker | Paperback
Book 3 in The Goode Brothers series. While all can be read as standalones, I HIGHLY recommend reading them all because it will make book 4 a million times better. TRUST ME! Book 4 is one of my favorites ever. In this book, he is her college professor...
The Heartbreaker | Paperback
Book 4 (final) in The Goode Brothers series. While all can be read as standalones, I HIGHLY recommend reading them all because it will make book this book a million times better. TRUST ME! This is my favorite book from the series. I was itching waiti...
The Prodigal Son | Paperback
Kristen Granata can always write a cute love story.
Bring Me Back | Paperback
Kristen Granata can always write a cute love story.
What's Left of Me | Paperback
This book… so good. So much emotion. Step-brother bully to lovers, and a coming out story.
For the Fans: Deluxe Limited Edition | Paperback
This book was hot - a very fun Christmas read!
Gifting Me To His Best Friend (A Touch of Taboo)
Such a cute book! Please note this does not have any spice but was a feel good book for sure.
One Percent of You | Paperback
Leave it to Santana Knox to write a book about a more than life-sized Venus fly trap. This was a cute, quick, feel-good romance that “bloomed” in most unexpected place.
The Guy Sure Looks Like Plant Food To Me|Paperback
This book did end on a cliffhanger and the next book isn't out yet, and doesn't appear to be a TBD, but it was this author's first book and I really liked it! Only available on Amazon as an ebook.
Shattered Globes (7th Level Academy Book 1)
It’s been a few years since I read this book but I remember loving it. The author was only 18 when she started writing it. It’s her first book and I think it was great! Support small authors ❤️
Law of Attraction (Universal Laws)
Miscellaneous Bookish Items
Here are some of my favorite and fun book/bookish related items. Let me know if you're rocking any of the same!
I’ve purchased many things from this small business over the years and the quality of items never ceases to impress me. She has a line of bookish stickers and merch (plus many other non-bookish items). What I love about her stickers is that they are ...
Bookish Stickers & Totes
This is what I have on the back of my Kindle. It’s a lightweight silicone back cover. I like that I can put different stickers behind the case and change them out whenever I want. They also have options like glitter, with a handle, with flowers, etc.
Clear Case for Kindle Paperwhite 11th Gen 6.8"
After searching reviews between several stores, this bookshelf won and has been great! A perfect starter shelf.
3 Shelf Bookcase Black - Room Essentials™: Modern Style, Wood Composite, Open Shelving Storage
Audiobook (+ Audible)
Here are some of my favorite audiobooks. Sign up for a library card (if you don't have one) and download Hoopla & Libby. Link your library card and obtain access to thousands of books and audiobooks for free! Whatever isn't available there us usually on Audible (for a fee or monthly subscription). *HOT* tip for Audible: Download the book to your device first (K...
Please note this is a dark, taboo novel. Joe Arden always does such a great job at playing a dark romance character, this book is no exception. I highly recommend listening to the audiobook of Little Stranger because I feel the audiobook does a bette...
Little Stranger Audiobook