Romance
March 2026

Recent Releases
My Big Greek Island Ex-Scape by Sandy Barker
My Big Greek Island Ex-Scape
by Sandy Barker

Perfect for fans of Mamma Mia , this fun-filled romantic comedy will have you laughing out loud. Ally Novak is perfectly happy being single in fact, her career depends on it. As the Divorced Diva blogger, brand ambassador and businesswoman extraordinaire she s spun three failed marriages into gold, building a brand that celebrates single life. So when her wealthy ex-husband Julian invites her to front his new wellness retreat, Ally jets off to his exclusive Greek island, certain it ll be just another glamorous gig. What she doesn t expect is to find another ex on the island the one who got away, and the only one she can t forget. Is fate handing her a second chance at love, or is it simply a case of too many exes in paradise? A delightfully fun romantic caper set on the glorious Greek island of Aetheria, from the bestselling author of Match Me If You Can Praise for Sandy Barker: 'A delightful romance that left me with a big smile on my face.' Jessica Redland 'A perfect romcom filled with delicious banter, a swoony hero and a classy, confident heroine ' Katie Ginger 'A brilliantly funny and addictive love story with all the feels and so much more ' Nina Kaye 'A cracking romcom, full of laughs and misadventure.' Leonie Mack 'Such a heartwarming, uplifting read, full of love, hope, heart, friendship and joy Thoroughly enjoyed it ' Kim Nash 'With smart banter and swoony moments Sandy Barker gives us another brilliant romcom and joyful read. Pernille Hughes A wonderfully warm and witty will they/won t they romance... a perfect romantic read. Kathleen Whyman Pure escapism. I laughed, I smiled, I swooned. Laura Carter 'It's so brilliantly will they, won't they that it really kept me guessing ' Anita Faulkner 'I loved this book An adorable laugh-out-loud romance, that gives all the right tingles and touches the heart.' Ella Hayes
The Shop on Hidden Lane by Jayne Ann Krentz
The Shop on Hidden Lane
by Jayne Ann Krentz

New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz dives into an enthralling romantic suspense novel filled with deeply entrenched grudges, psychic dangers, and a conspiracy that threatens not only two families but also the entire paranormal community.The Harper and the Wells families have regarded each other with deep suspicion for four generations. The Harpers have been known to offer their psychic talents for less-than-legal purposes, while the powerful Wells clan has a reputation for working both sides of the street. But for all the history and distrust between them, there is a mysterious pact binding the two lineages. They share the responsibility for protecting a long-buried and very dangerous secret.Sophy Harper and Luke Wells are shocked to learn that her aunt and his uncle have been sleeping together--and now they are both missing. Not only that, but the last traces of them are at the scene of a murder soaked in negative paranormal energy. Clearly, someone is willing to kill to obtain the information their families have been charged with safe-guarding. Despite Sophy and Luke's mutual misgivings--which, as far as Sophy is concerned, extend to Luke's hellhound of a dog--they both know that the terms of the pact must be honored.Their investigation uncovers a psychic trail leading to a bizarre desert art colony where nothing is as it seems. But Luke and Sophy are concealing a few secrets of their own, too. By a strange twist of fate, a Harper and a Wells have no choice but to trust each other and in the fierce attraction that draws them together even more than the pact between their families.
Morning Cup of Coffee, A Taste of Desire by Tracy D. Morrison
Morning Cup of Coffee, A Taste of Desire
by Tracy D. Morrison

Claire Jamison thought she finally had it all - a great career, a stable man, and a life steeped in peace after years of heartbreak. But when love starts brewing from unexpected corners, her perfectly balanced world begins to spill over.Between Vince, the charming businessman who gives her the dream she's always wanted, Stephen, the remorseful ex who refuses to let go, and Michael, the magnetic stranger who tempts her back into chaos - Claire's heart becomes the battlefield between passion and peace.Set against a backdrop of wine, desire, and self-discovery, Morning Cup of Coffee is a bold and intoxicating tale of love's contradictions - where pleasure meets pain, and where every choice carries a cost.Sometimes, the sweetest sip comes from the cup that burns you most.Tracy D. Morrison is a captivating author known for her enthralling fiction, romance, and erotic tales. With a passion for exploring the depths of human desire and connection, she weaves intricate narratives that resonate with readers. Tracy's work invites you to experience love's complexities and the thrill of passion. When she's not writing, she enjoys delving into the world of art and nature, drawing inspiration from life's beauty.
Graceless Heart
by Isabel Ibañez

Desperate to save her brother, sculptress Ravenna Maffei reveals her magic ability during a competition in a city where magic is forbidden.  When she's kidnapped by an influential immortal family and taken to Florence, her abilities put her in the middle of a struggle for power and catch the attention of the family heir. For fans of: historical romantasy with intricate worldbuilding, such as Heavenly Bodies by Imani Erriu.
A Curse of Wings & Gems: A Cursed Royals Fantasy Romance by S. D. Huston
A Curse of Wings & Gems: A Cursed Royals Fantasy Romance
by S. D. Huston

***Three-time award-winning fantasy romance***She yearns to belong. He hungers to escape torment. Drawn together by destiny, can this enchanted pair survive to claim an undying love?Princess Emira bears a terrible secret. Suffering in isolation to protect the world from her deadly magic, the defiant mermaid longs for connection. And determined to evade an arranged marriage and be free of her curse, she reluctantly agrees to the Sea Witch's demands to steal from a handsome dragon monarch.King Edmar keeps a protective wing over his kingdom. Fated to marry at random or unleash eternal winter, the stoic royal never expected to fish a lovely creature from his past out of the sea. And aware that following his heart will spark an icy doom, the draconic ruler refuses to give in to the passion she arouses.Growing closer to the mysterious noble, Emira questions whether she can go through with her bargain of betrayal. And while Edmar faces political tensions and looming threats, dark forces seek to exploit his attraction to the forbidden beauty.Can they snap the chains binding their souls and embrace a happily ever after?A Curse of Wings & Gems is a sensual standalone story in the Brides of the Dragon Kings fantasy romance series. If you like heroes who endure, traitorous villains, and complex stakes, then you'll adore S.D. Huston's intricately woven tale.
A Vow in Vengeance
by Jaclyn Rodriguez

After losing her family to the immortals' yearly Selection, vengeful Rune Ryker schemes to be selected so she can reunite with them beyond the magical Wall. Now bound to the druid king, she enrolls at the Forge, where she learns to hone the druids' tarot magic and agrees to a fake relationship with the secretive Prince Draven to rescue her family. This atmospheric dark academia romantasy, the 1st in the Immortal Desires series, is perfect for fans of Arcana Academy by Elise Kova. 
No Strings Attached by Christy McKellen
No Strings Attached
by Christy McKellen

A BRAND NEW sparkling, spicy, holiday romance set in Paradise from Christy McKellen One honeymoon. Two exes . Chloe Dasher has spent years saving for the honeymoon of her dreams private hot springs, silk kimonos, and five-star room service in Kyoto. The wedding? A disaster. The groom? Gone. But she s not giving up the trip she worked so hard for even if she has to take it solo, with a broken heart. What she doesn t expect at the world's most luxurious hotel? Kit her once-upon-a-time college fling turned maddeningly handsome, self-made billionaire checking into the same romantic resort, also nursing a freshly broken engagement. Neither expected a trip down memory lane with the one that got away, but old sparks ignite instantly . So why not have a little fun and agree to enjoy a week-long holiday fling with a side order of payback on their exes The only rule - keeping their hearts out of it. Chloe and Kit are absolutely not looking for love. Yet sometimes, the road to happily ever after starts with a Passport to Paradise. A wish you were here romance, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey, Christina Lauren and Hannah Grace Praise for Christy McKellen: I just loved it - the perfect amount of heart, heat and humour in this pacy, racy romance read Sandy Barker 'There is no one like Christy McKellen for fun, flirty and sexy romance with a lot of heart and deep emotional insight' Jessica Gilmore 'It s sexy, laugh-out-loud funny, and just the right dose of heartfelt moments. Definitely recommend ' Reader Review 'Everything a good book should be ' Reader Review 'This book ticked every box for me on what I like in a romance' Reader Review 'LOOOOVE THIS BOOK It's so funny and the plot and storyline keep you in it. Would highly recommend' Reader Review
That Perfect Someone: A Malory Novel by Johanna Lindsey
That Perfect Someone: A Malory Novel
by Johanna Lindsey

Includes excerpt from: When passion rules.
Picnics and Promises at Strawberry Fields by Victoria Walters
Picnics and Promises at Strawberry Fields
by Victoria Walters

A BRAND NEW heartwarming feel-good romance from the bestselling author of Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow. Perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore, Elsie Silver and Lucy Score Strawberries and second chances... It's the last place Daisy Connor expects to spend her wedding day, but after ditching her fianc at the altar, she s fled to Birch Tree Farm for some much-needed thinking room. Her cousin Willow's farmhouse is the last place Daisy truly remembers being happy and herself. Blake Daniels is nursing his own broken heart after discovering his girlfriend s betrayal, and he s retreated to the same quiet farm for solitude, hoping to figure out his next move. With the strawberry pick-your-own season upcoming, there's no shortage of things to do to keep their anxious minds distracted and if the success of Willow's pumpkin patch is anything to go by, there'll be plenty of visitors coming expecting something magical. The last people Daisy and Blake expect to see are their exes, turning up uninvited, demanding answers. It's a split-second decision, but it seems to make sense at the time: if Daisy and Blake fake a relationship, it'll get the two of them off their backs. But what starts as a harmless cover story soon gets complicated. And as sparks fly, lines begin to blur. Is this just pretend, or could something real be growing between them? If you love small-town charm, slow-burn chemistry and second chances, then this heartwarming story is for you Tropes: Fake dating Forced proximity Country escape Second chances Slow burn romance While this novel is set in the same village as the other books in the Birch Tree Farm series, it can be read as a STANDALONE. Praise for Victoria Walters: 'A story about giving love itself a second chance. If you ve ever felt lost or jaded, this book will bring you joy... A total delight ' Camilla Isley 'Evocative, charming and utterly romantic' Christy McKellen ...the perfect romance for a Sunday morning Sarah Turner 'Clever, quirky and swoonsome ... will tick all your Book Boyfriend boxes' Holly Hepburn 'A must read for romcom lovers - fresh, funny and utterly charming' Sandy Barker 'An absolutely gorgeous romance novel with a swoon-worthy hero to die for ... I was kept guessing right to the end and had a great big smile on my face' Kim Nash 'I loved it The delicious chemistry between Liv and Aiden kept me up way past my bedtime' Leonie Mack '...so much fun and utterly swoon-worthy... a gorgeous concept, with an abundance of charm and wit' Laura Carter 'a beautiful ode to romance loving bookworms ... Walters shines with this amazing read' Rachel Dove
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