Longwood Public Library
Romance
September 2026
Recent Releases
In Stormy Weather
by Chelsea Curto

Meteorologists and longtime rivals Quincy Monroe and Sebastian Dunn, who are competing for the same job at the National Weather Service, reluctantly team up to cover a record-breaking Florida hurricane season in this action-packed enemies-to-lovers romance. Try this next: Chase Me If You Can by Heather Frances.
If Books Could Kill
by Kate Eberle

When her wish to be the main character in romance novelist Anna Matthews' next book is magically granted, lovelorn Roxie Mitchell discovers that Anna has pivoted to thrillers...and that Roxie's so-called dream guy is actually trying to kill her. With the help of crime fiction-loving English professor Grant Hoffman, Roxie sets off on a globetrotting adventure to track down the killer -- and hopefully return to the real world. For fans of: meta romantic comedies like How to Kill a Guy in Ten Dates by Shailee Thompson.
Meet Me in Paris
by Kristin Harmel

Nine Americans. Seven intertwined love stories. One unforgettable week in Paris. As Julia Glover spends what may be her final trip to Paris with her daughter, Piper, both find unexpected connections that change their lives. Meanwhile, aging rock star Jackson Quick searches for meaning beyond fame, songwriter Henry McGee journeys to reunite with the love he thought lost forever, and Henry’s granddaughter Melody faces a crossroads in her marriage. As their stories overlap in the City of Light, each must confront love, loss, second chances, and the possibility of a new beginning. For fans of: The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George.
Yes, Chef
by Grace Reilly

After a public meltdown derails his career, chef Jack Hartman returns to his Florida hometown to rebuild his life. When Poppy Winfield arrives looking for a fresh start of her own, she proposes a partnership: revive a struggling restaurant using Jack’s culinary skills and her social media savvy. As they work side by side, sparks begin to fly. But with both hoping to return to New York, they must decide if their growing connection is worth changing their plans. This grumpy-sunshine workplace romance is perfect for readers of authors Tessa Bailey and Rachel Lynn Solomon.
Candy Apple Kisses
by Amy Clipston

In a pumpkin spice-drenched best-friends-to-lovers sweet romance, a struggling artist returns to her hometown to save her best friend's orchard. Their fight against a corporate giant ignites an unexpected romance full of heart and small-town charm. This low-spice romance is perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbor series.
Dominion
by Jean Kwok

When Rubi Morningtail, an amnesiac refugee living in the Silver Tyger Dominion, defends herself from a battle tyger, the last thing she suspects is for the tyger to bond with her and choose her as its rider. Rubi soon finds herself joining forces with warrior Blake Axefire to put a stop to the Demonic Realm's encroachment on their dominion. This action-packed 1st in the Silk and Iron romantasy trilogy is inspired by Chinese mythology. For fans of: Thea Guanzon's Hurricane Wars series.
Vera Stein Is Fine
by Julie Murphy

Looking for a fresh start after she learns that her "boss with benefits" plans to replace her, 40-year-old aspiring screenwriter Vera Stein moves into her grandmother's Palm Springs retirement community, where she runs into Elias Buckley, her ex who's now working as the community's doctor. Will they find a second chance at love? Try this next: See You at the Sunset by Susan Lee.
Die for Me
by Shirlene Obuobi

When cardiologist Sean Sullivan meets Julian Conrad, a mysterious younger man, at a wedding, the two have instant chemistry. But Sean can't shake the feeling that Julian is hiding something -- and he might just be something other than human. For fans of: steamy, own voices paranormal romances like Son of the Morning by Akwaeke Emezi.
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