i live for a good rom com, and here are all of my favorites that have me giggling and kicking my feet :)
Sections
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small town
romantasy
clean/closed door
low spice/fade to black
rom-com
beach/summer romance
small town
everyone loves a small town romance, and these are some of my favs :)
my favorite read from the fall that put me in a total book hangover once i finished. let’s just say any book where the dog is one of the main characters is >>>
If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia, Paperback
the perfect christmas read!
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison, Paperback
the perfect blend of small town romance and suspense! the first in a series :)
Indigo Ridge (The Edens #1) by Devney Perry, Paperback
romantasy
my favorite romance-fantasy recommendations!
my favorite romantasy read from this year, so unique and done beautifully by the amazing devney perry!
Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry, Hardcover
a classic for a reason… everyone just has to read it at some point, i don’t make the rules
A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court ...
another classic for a reason…very un-put-down-able
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
a ghostly and gothic small town paranormal romance that introduced me to a new favorite author!
Soul Searching: A Sweetwater Peak Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)
clean/closed door
i’m always looking for good clean adult romance recommendations and will update with my favorites here!
the second book in an interconnected-standalone series by one of my top three favorite authors!
Practice Makes Perfect: A Novel by Sarah Adams, Paperback
the cutest mix of christmas, romance, and mystery/suspense!! ally carter is amazing!
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year: A Novel by Ally Carter, Paperback
the most perfect sports romance!! nfl player and ballerina teacher :)
The Cheat Sheet: A Novel by Sarah Adams, Paperback
low spice/fade to black
not totally “christian clean” but very low spice with no explicit sexual content :)
the first in an interconnected-standalone series by one of my top three favorite authors!
When in Rome: A Novel by Sarah Adams, Paperback
equally romance and women’s fiction, this was a 24-hour read for me and so short and sweet!
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan, Paperback
the first in an interconnected standalone trilogy and a wonderful introduction to one of my favorite authors!
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez, Paperback
a wonderful summer read about love, friendship, and moving on <3 so perfect
Happy Place by Emily Henry, Paperback
rom-com
just general all-round stellar romcoms
the second in an interconnected standalone trilogy. the best kmc anxiety representation i’ve ever read, and the cutest workplace romance!
Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez, Paperback
the first in a duology, and the funniest play on you’ve got mail :)
Mr. Wrong Number - Lynn Painter
the second in a duology. if you liked “set it up” on netflix then you’ll love this :)
The Love Wager by Lynn Painter, Paperback
my second favorite book by emily henry, she just can’t miss!! so fun and sweet
Funny Story by Emily Henry, Paperback
somehow jimenez writes the funniest stories with the most heartbreaking situations and makes it work. i don’t know how, i just know i enjoy it
Life's Too Short by Abby Jimenez, Paperback
the second in an interconnected standalone series, a beautiful story about finding love after loss
The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez, Paperback
listen to “imgonnagetyouback” by taylor swift. then read this book. thank me later
You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle, Paperback
a wonderful slice-of-life nyc romcom. so good
Passion Project: A Novel by London Sperry, Paperback
springy and with such a fun vineyard setting, this is a super sweet read!
The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce, Paperback
beach/summer romance
it’s a specific genre, and one that i could read all year round
beautiful and romantic, this book explored more for me than just two people falling in love. the words are just as gorgeous as the cover
One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune, Paperback
a thoughtful beach read that was just as sweet as it was short (perfect)
Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan, Paperback
for fans of the summer i turned pretty, this dual timeline love story will have you hooked!
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, Paperback
less beachy and more city gal, i thought this book was such a fast read and made me feel like i was traveling nyc with our main characters! so fun!
Summer in the City (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Alex Aster, Hardcover
before you watch the netflix movie you have to read the original! a great intro to emily henry
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry, Paperback
might be my favorite book of all time. this was my first intro to adult romance and to emily henry, and i will always recommend her <3
Beach Read by Emily Henry, Paperback
absolutely hilarious and the true definition of a summer rom com
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren, Paperback
so funny and i can totally see this one being made into a movie. in fact, yes please i need it now
The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, Paperback
my favorite abby jimenez book and a heartwarming and romantic read <3
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez, Paperback
workplace/creative industry
they’re either coworkers, in the same field, or two creatives fighting for the same job. either way, i eat it up.
exes on a podcast, what could go wrong? love this one <3
The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon, Paperback
written by a husband and wife duo…need i say more?
The Roughest Draft by Emily Wibberley, Austin Siegemund-Broka, Paperback
another emily henry book…is anyone surprised? the banter in this one is top notch
Book Lovers by Emily Henry, Paperback
read this book around valentine’s day and thank me later (also be on the lookout for the sequel coming soon!! eek!!)
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, Paperback
probably the most like a cross of a fiction book and a romance book, but so thoughtfully written with the most beautiful plot
Great Big Beautiful Life (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)
a romantic suspense novel. they’re spies. need i say more?
The Blonde Identity: A Novel by Ally Carter, Paperback
the third in an interconnected standalone series and my favorite by far. two schoolteachers/secret authors enemies to lovers…yeah.
Beg, Borrow, or Steal: A Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)
