I have never understood why some people look down at those who read romance novels. A conversation at work the other day had my fellow librarians staring at me like a creature from another planet because I said I love Romance novels. So to help offset that stigma, here are some of my favorite romance novels in no particular order.
Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert 4 Stars
Dani is working hard towards her PHD, teaching classes in the same building as Saf. The sweet brooding security guard who spends his spare time reading romance novels. After Dani gets stuck in an elevator, her daring rescue by Saf becomes a viral sensation. Even though Dani is very anti romance, the two agree to a fake relationship to help Saf get his non-profit organization off the ground.
This is part of a series but that only one I have read so far, I will be reading the rest.
Crazy Stupid Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams
5 Stars
Alexis and Noah have been friends since Alexis came forward as a victim of celebrity chef Royce Reynolds. But both want something more and aren't willing to admit it to each other. When Alexis has a encounter with a woman in her cafe who claims their sisters her entire world is flipped upside down. Luckily Noah is there to catch her.
Every book in this series (Bromance Book Club) is fantastic this just happens to be my favorite.
Would Like to Meet by Rachel Winters
4 Stars
After years as an assistant Evie may finally get the promotion she deserves. But the thing that stands in her way is rude and childish Ezra, an up and coming talent who will be writing the newest script for the film agency Evie works for. She assumes he has writers block and comes up with a plan to help him. She will have her own meet cute's to inspire him to write the Rom-Com the agency is looking for. What she didn't expect was how this simple task would change her life.
5 Stars
Emily has moved in with her sister to help care for her while she recovers from a car accident. Before she knows it she gets roped into the local Renaissance Faire and has her first run in with Simon. The organizer of the Faire and the dashing Captain Blackthorne. As the two get to know each other they both realize that first impressions aren't always accurate and they have a lot in common.
The other book is this series is equally as cute and I am looking forward to the next one.
The Marriage Clock by Zara Raheem
4 Stars
Leila who just turned 26 is met with a predicament. After much pressure from her parents Leila agrees to try and find a husband before their 30th wedding anniversary, which is in just 3 short months. Her rush to find a husband leads to a lot of self discovery.
The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang
4 Stars
Stella decides to hire a prostitute to help teach her the ways of sex. She has always struggled with this because she is on the autism spectrum. She meets Michael who agrees to her particular arrangement but as the two grow closer things between the two of them change dramatically.
When Katie Met Cassidy by Camille Perri
4 Stars
After a shocking breakup with her Fiancé, Katie agrees to have a drink with Cassidy who she meets at work. What she doesn't expect is that the two to have a wonderful friendship that turns into so much more.
My Boyfriend Is a Bear by Pamela Ribon and illustrated by Cat Farris
4 stars
Nora who has never had much luck with men has decided to start dating a bear. What follows is a sweet, weird romance.
This is a graphic novel but still an adorable romance.
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston5 Stars
August has decided to move to a new city to continue going to school. She goes about her day going to school and going to her new job as a waitress settling into the new life she has. But then she meets Jane on the subway and instantly has a crush on this impossible girl. As she gets to know Jane better she starts to realize things about her are a little weird. Her outfit never changes, she uses a tape player, she doesn't have a cellphone and doesn't get certain pop culture references. After finding a photo of her from the 70's she realizes that she hasn't aged a day and might actually be stuck from the 1970's.
This comes out June 1st but I have to mention it so you can add it to your TBR list. It was so amazing.
