60 Exciting New Romance Books to Read in Spring 2024

Hypnotized by Love by Sariah Wilson

Hypnotized by Love is Sariah Wilson’s latest romantic comedy that so many readers are going to love. it follows Savannah Sinclair, a hypnotist who explores the power of suggestion and unexpected love with her high school rival Mason. When Mason is hypnotized by Savannah, he experiences a transformation which leads to a series of comical events. As Savannah tries to keep him safe, she also grapples with her growing feelings. It’s all about self-discovery, second chances and the way that love is unpredictable.

Kilt Trip by Alexandra Kiley

There’s nothing better than an enemies-to-lovers romance, especially one set in Scotland. Kilt Trip follows Addie, a travel consultant who vows to never visit Scotland because of what it maenat to her late mother. When she’s asked to revamp a family-run tour group, she heads to the one place she didn’t want to visit — and clashes with Logan, the owner who is fiercely protective of Scotland’s true beauty.

Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man by Violet Marsh

If you’re a fan of historical fiction then you’ll want to pick this one up! Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man is an upcoming historical rom-com. It follows Lady Charlotte who runs from a betrothal to Viscount Hawley and allies with Dr. Matthew Talbot, Hawley’s shy and secretive brother. As they work together to discover family secrets, their hearts also become entangled.

Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage

Swift and Saddled is the second book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series. It follows Ada Hart, a resilient city girl who is focused on her career and independence. When she’s hired for a project on a Wyoming ranch, she encounters Weston, a charming cowboy who turns out to be her new boss. Despite wanting to keep a professional relationship, they both grapple with growing feelings while achieving their career ambitions.

Take Two, Birdie Maxwell by Allison Winn Scotch

Take Two, Birdie Maxwell follows Birdie, who wants to revive her public image. When she returns home, she discovers a love letter from a former boyfriend asking for a second chance — but she doesn’t know which ex sent it. She ultimately teams up with Elliot, a reporter and long-time admirer to unravel the mystery, improve her image and possibly discover love along the way.

This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan

This Could Be Us is the second book in the Skyland series. It follows Soledad, an independent woman who is trying to rebuild her life after a devastating betrayal. When an unexpected man enters her life, she faces the challenge of trusting again all while providing for her daughters. It’s all about loss, love, courage as well as second chances.

Trouble by Lex Croucher

Trouble is an upcoming historical rom-com. It follows Emily, a reluctant governess who has taken a position meant for her unwell sister. She plans to deceive her way through earning money and valuables, all while avoiding getting involved with the family and staff. But, as she becomes more entangled with the house and with her employer, Captain Edwards, her lies unravel and she must fix her mistakes before it’s too late.

Happily Never After by Lynn Painter

When Lynn Painter releases a book, it’s guaranteed to be a fantastic read. Happily Never After follows Sophie, who discovers that her fiancé has cheated on her again. She decides to hire Max, a professional objector who breaks up weddings and when she learns more about his job, she decides to team up with him. When a case involves Max’s past heartbreak, their partnership takes an unexpected turn.

The Dead Guy Next Door by Lucy Score

The Dead Guy Next Door is not a brand new release for this year, but it is being republished with a brand new cover. It follows Riley, a divorced woman living with elderly roomates who is confronted with a series of challenges, including hallucinations and being a suspect in a murder case. When Nick, a private investigator offers to help clear her name, they solve the murder, evade a detective with a grudge and handle a stranger claiming to help. It’s full of mystery and romance!

Flirty Little Secret by Jessica Lepe

Flirty Little Secret is pitched as You’ve Got Mail mixed with Abbott Elementary, which sounds perfect. It follows Lucy, a school counselor who hides behind an online persona @TheMissGuidedCounselor. When history teacher Aldrich has problems, he counts on his online confidant for advice. But they discover each other’s secret identities, which complicates things.

The Love Remedy by Elizabeth Everett

The Love Remedy is the first book in a brand new series by Elizabeth Everett. It follows Lucinda, a Victorian apothecary who perfects a formula to treat croup. When it goes missing, she hires Thorne, a private investigator to help figure out where it’s gone and help protect her business. There’s historical elements, romance as well as mystery, which makes it a really entertaining new release!

A Governess’s Guide to Passion and Peril by Manda Collins

A Governess’s Guide to Passion and Peril is the fourth book in the Ladies Most Scandalous series by bestselling author Manda Collins. It follows Jane and Adrian who reunite after years and discover they both have hidden feelings for each other. It also features a murder and an investigation.

Cover Story by Rachel Lacey

Cover Story follows Natalie, a leading lady in Hollywood who is dealing with the aftermath of a stalker and the ensuing media frenzy. When a new threat comes forward, she agrees to extra security with the condition that it stays under wraps. Her new bodyguard ultimately poses as her girlfriend — but as they work together, their professional relationship turns into something more.

Manila Takes Manhattan by Carla de Guzman

Manila Takes Manhattan follows Mon, a musician and producer who spends one night with Olivia, an acress. Even though they thought it was just one night, they find out that they are working on the same movie together over the next month. As the work closely together, they grapple with their personal and professional desires.

Maya’s Laws of Love by Alina Khawaja

Maya’s Laws of Love follows Maya, who is known for her unlucky love life. When she accepts an arranged marriage proposal from Imtiaz, she heads to Pakistan. On her way, she encounters Sarfaraz, a cynical divorce lawyer and a serious of mishaps bring them closer together.

What is Love? by Jen Comfort

What is Love? follows Maxine, a high school dropout who has a great ability to answer trivia questions. When she enters the trivia game, she devastates her competition — including the 76 time winner, Teddy. During a high-stakes tournament, they cross paths again and Maxine offers Teddy a deal: combine their strengths so she can improve his buzzer speed and he’ll help to fill in the gaps of her education. While they work together, something grows between them.

Bridesmaid for Hire by Meghan Quinn

Bridesmaid for Hire is the first book in a brand new series by Meghan Quinn. The series will follow women hired to be bridesmaids at weddings and their own journey to finding their happily ever after. If it’s anything like her other books, then it’s gauranteed to be an enjoyable read!

Here We Go Again by Alison Cochrun

Here We Go Again is an upcoming queer rom-com by Alison Cochrun. It follows Logan and Rosemary, who started as childhood friends but ended as bitter rivals. When their former teacher asks them to take him on a cross-country road trip before he dies, they set out on a transformative journey to rekindle their lost friendship. While traveling, they navigate loss, love and the complexities of relationships.

Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

Just for the Summer is the upcoming contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Abby Jimenez. It follows Justin and Emma who are plagued by a curse where their exes find true love after breaking up. When they decide to date each other to cancel out their misfortunes, their planned summer fling takes an unexpected turn and their connection might be more than just a coincidence.

Old Flames and New Fortunes by Sarah Hogle

Old Flames and New Fortunes follows Romina, a magical florist in a small town who wants to discuss her business with a potential financier when he shares news of his wedding. She decides to fake-date her colleague Trevor so she can get an invitation but she discovers that Trevor’s soon-to-be stepbrother is Alex, her high school sweetheart and greatest love. What starts as an innocent fake dating scheme becomes a journey of second chances and tough decisions.

Only and Forever by Chloe Liese

Only and Forever is the final book in the Bergman Brothers series by Chloe Liese. It follows Viggo, a romantic with a chaotic life and tallulah, a cynical writer who become roommates and coworkers. Despite their differences, they form a connection that happens to challenge their beliefs about love. It’s guaranteed to be a wonderful love story and a solid end to the series.

The Rule Book by Sarah Adams

Sarah Adams is the New York Times best-selling author of Practice Makes Perfect. The Rule Book is an upcoming companion to The Cheat Sheet. It follows college exes Nora and Derek, who reunite when Nora becomes Derek’s sports agent. Despite their breakup, Derek seeks revent, which makes Nora’s professional life challenging.

Breakaway by Grace Reilly

Breakaway is another book on this list that is not brand new but is being republished. It’s the second book in the Beyond the Play series. It follows Cooper, a college athlete, and Penny, the coach’s daughter, who enter into a secret friends-with-benefits arrangement. While they work towards their own goals, their connection grows deeper.

How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang

How to End a Love Story is the debut romance by Yulin Kuang. It follows Helen and Grant who are brought back together after thirteen years apart. Helen is a successful author who is working on the TV adaptation of her novels while Grant is working as a screenwriter. When Grant accepts an opportunity to write on the same project, their collaboration brings back old feelings.

Next to You by Hannah Bonam-Young

Next to You is another book being republished this year. It’s the second book in the Next series. It follows Lane, who impulsively buys a school bus to convert into a home and enlists the help of her friend Matt. Despite their mutual attraction, they agree to remain friends. But, working together allows their feelings to grow.

The Kiss Countdown by Etta Easton

The Kiss Countdown follows Amerie, an event planner who fakes a relationship with Vincent, an astronaut, for three months to save her startup. As they navigate the charade, Amerie must choose between a safe life and the allure of something extraordinary with Vincent. I think this one is going to be such a fun romance! Also, how adorable is the cover?

Late Bloomer by Mazey Eddings

Late Bloomer is an upcoming sapphic romance by Mazey Eddings. It follows Opal, who wins the lottery and decides to purchase a failing flower farm to start her painting business. When Pepper, the rightful owner of the farm confronts her, her plans for isolation are disrupted. Despite their initial conflict, they agree to cohabit and find themselves navigating growing attraction and complicated feelings.

The Corpse in the Closet by Lucy Score

The Corpse in the Closet is the second book in the Riley Thorn series — which is being republished this year. This second book picks up after the events of the first. The series follows Riley and Nick, a private investigator, who navigate a series of challenges including a murder investigation.

When I Think of You by Myah Ariel

When I Think of You is an upcoming second chance romance by Myah Ariel. It follows Kaliya who is given the opportunity to work on a production by her former college fling, Danny. While they work together, they reconnect and have to navigate the complexities of their past relationship and the challenges of working together.

Earls Trip by Jenny Holiday

Earls Trip is pitched as Ted Lasso meets Bridgerton with a 19th century spin on The Hangover. What could be better than that? It follows Archibald, the Earl of Harcourt, who looks forward to his annual trip with his best friends but a letter arrives and forces him on a trip with his childhood friends, Clementine and Olive. While on the trip, Clementine proposes that Archie helps her experience life before settling into spinsterhood.

Fake Flame by Adele Buck

Fake Flame is an upcoming romantic comedy by Adele Buck. It follows Eva, a literature professor who is reeling from a breakup. When Sean, a charming firefighter, persuades her to fake date to help deter her ex, she decides to take him up on the offer. Despite their differences, they have a genuine connection and must grapple with an unexpected romance.

Funny Story by Emily Henry

I am so excited to pick up Emily Henry’s next romance and I know a lot of you are too! When Daphne’s fiancé Peter leaves her for her best friend, Petra, she reluctantly becomes roommates with Petra’s ex, Miles. Despite their differences, they form a friendship and as they spend the summer together, Daphne questions the meaning of their connection. It’s guaranteed to be another heartfelt and charming story by Emily Henry!

The Good Ones are Taken by Taj McCoy

The Good Ones are Taken is a fun friends-to-lovers romantic comedy. It follows Maggie, who is reeling from a breakup and is urged by her best friends to find a worthy date for their weddings. While dealing with the bridal party duties, she meets a handsome doctor and starts considering him as a potential partner. But, her college best friend Garrett confesses his love for her which puts Maggie in a dilemma.

Effie Olsen’s Summer Special by Rochelle Bilow

Effie Olsen’s Summer Special follows Effie, who returns to her hometown in Maine for a summer job at the Brown Butter restaurant. While there, she reconnects with childhood best friend Ernie and navigates challenges, secrets and romance. I feel like this will be the perfect book to curl up with while the weather starts to warm up.

Happy Medium by Sarah Adler

Happy Medium is the next release from Sarah Adler, the author of Mrs. Nash’s Ashes. It follows Gretchen, a con artist who takes on a job to investigate paranormal activity on a struggling goat farm. While there, she encounters a real ghost named Everett, who seeks her help to prevent the sale of the farm and save Charlie, the skeptical farmer, from a family curse. Through this experience, she learns the importance of honesty and genuine connection.

Love You, Mean It by Jilly Gagnon

Love You, Mean It follows Ellie, a costume designer turned deli owner who faces a threat to her family’s business when a gourmet food store plans to open nearby. After a series of unexpected events, she ends up pretending to be egnaged to Theo, the landlord’s son who has temporary amnesia. As they navigate the fake engagement, complications arise both with friendship and romance.

Truly, Madly, Deeply by Alexandria Bellefleur

Truly, Madly, Deeply follows a romance novelist and a divorce lawyer who cohost a dating advice podcast, leading to unexpected sparks between them. As they transition from enemies to friends and the possibility of something more, they discover shared experiences and a growing attraction.

Lavash at First Sight by Taleen Voskuni

Lavash at First Sight is the upcoming romantic comedy by Taleen Voskuni. It follows Ellie, who meets Vanya at a food packaging conference. When they discover a connection, they learn that their families are business rivals. The must navigate their growing feelings for each other while competing and dealing with family tension.

Love at First Knight by Megan Clawson

Love at First Knight is another royal rom-com by Megan Clawson, author of Falling Hard for the Royal Guard. I’m definitely enjoying more royal themed books lately, so I’m looking forward to this one! It follows Daisy, who secures a summer job at the Tower of London’s Knight school. While there, she meets Teddy, a disgraced royal relative who reluctantly joined the summer program. When his obstinate behaviour jeopardizes her job, she declares war but finds common ground along the way.

Love, Lies and Cherry Pie by Jackie Lau

Love, Lies and Cherry Pie follows Emily, who is tired of hearing about the seemingly perfect Mark Chan — especially when her mom pressures her to date him. To thwart her mother’s matchmaking, she convinces Mark into a fake relationship but she discovers there’s more to Mark than she thought. There’s nothing better than a fake-dating romance and this one seems like it’ll be a great read!

Mistakes We Never Made by Hannah Brown

Mistakes We Never Made is an upcoming romantic comedy by Hannah Brown, star of The Bachelorette. It follows Emma and Finn, former almost-lovers turned frenemies who are forced to confront their history at a friend’s wedding. When they embark on a road trip to help find the missing bride, unexpected adventures and rekindled feelings create challenges for them. I’m so intrigued by this one!

Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

With the new season of Bridgerton, there’s a brand new television tie in edition of Romancing Mister Bridgerton releasing. This is the fourth book in the Bridgerton series and shares the love story of Penelope and Colin, which is so exciting!

The Worst Woman in London by Julia Bennet

The Worst Woman in London is a great option for fans of Bridgerton. It follows Francesca, a defiant heroine fighting to escape a bad marriage. When she meets James, who is supposed to marry a debutante for money, they are drawn to each other and they must decide between pursuing their desires or risking a forbidden love.

This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune

This Summer Will Be Different is the upcoming romance by Carley Fortune, New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After and Meet Me at the Lake. It follows Lucy, a tourist on Prince Edward Island who finds herself entangled with Felix, a local man who shows her around. When she learns that Felix is her best friend’s younger brother, they decide to resist tempation and avoid repeating their passionate encounter — but each summer becomes a challenge. When Bridget faces a crisis, Lucy rushes to PEI to help her and discovers that Felix may not be the person she once knew. I love the PEI setting and know this will be another great read from Carley Fortune!

You Should Be So Lucky by Cat Sebastian

You Should Be So Lucky is an upcoming queer mid-century romance set during the 1960 baseball season. It follows Eddie, a star shortstop in a batting slump and Mark, a reporter assigned to cover his season. Despite their personal struggles and challenges, they find solace in each other and their attraction grows. But, they face the dilemma of being unable to be public about their relationship.

A Storybook Wedding by KJ Micciche

A Storybook Wedding is an upcoming romantic comedy that follows Cecily, a librarian, and Nate, an author, who fake an engagement to protect their careers. When they elope, they must maintain the charade while dealing with mutual attraction, career goals and plans to annul the marriage.

Collide by Bal Khabra

Collide follows Summer, a aspiring sport psychologist who is forced to work with hockey captain Aiden, on a research project after a mistake by his team. Despite their initial clash, they are both determined to make the best of the situation. While working together, they deal with unexpected feelings and the clash of their personalities.

Love at First Book by Jenn McKinlay

Love at First Book is set abroad in Ireland. It follows Emily, a librarian who jumps at the chance to work for her favourite author Siobhan in Ireland. While helping Siobhan with her writer’s block, she navigates the challenges of Siobhan’s son, Kieran. Despite their banter, she falls for Kieran but learns why he resists: support Siobhan’s series or explore her feelings for Kieran.

The Blast from the Past by Lucy Score

The Blast from the Past is the third book in the Riley Thorn series. The brand new cover has not been released yet — once it’s released, I’ll update it. In this third book, Riley and Nick, her private investigator boyfriend, are settling into their new home. But new challenges arise that they must navigate.

The Dixon Rule by Elle Kennedy

The Dixon Rule is the second book in the Campus Diaries series by New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy. It follows Diana, a ballroom dancer and cheerleader who finds herself in a fake relationship with her new neighbour Shane, a hockey player who is tired of casual flings. While they navigate their arrangement, they realize that there might be something real between them, despite their initial reluctance.

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

When Christina Lauren releases a new book, it’s immediately on my list of books to read. The Paradise Problem follows Anna, who married West in college so she could get access to subsidized housing and divorced him at graduation. When West discovers he needs to marry someone for five years in order to receive a $100 million dollar inheritance, he asks Anna to help him.

Until I’m Yours by Kennedy Ryan

Until I’m Yours is another book on this list that is being republished this year with a brand new cover. It also happens to be the fourth book in The Bennetts series. It follows Sofie, a supermodel who must confront her past and trust entrepreneur Trevor with her deepest secrets. As their relationship unfolds, they deal with Sofie’s vulnerabilities as well as the challenges of building a future together.

Better Left Unsent by Lia Louis

Better Left Unsent follows Millie, a receptionist who deals with a public heartbreak and as a result, becomes closed off and guarded. However, a mishap leads to all her unsent emails being accidentally sent, exposing all her innermost thoughts and feelings. While Millie confronts the chaos, she must address the truths, lies and secrets she kept hidden.

Looking for Love in All the Haunted Places by Claire Kann

Even though this book comes out earlier in the year, I feel like it’ll be the perfect halloween romance. When Lucky hears of a production company where actors mysteriously quit after spending nights inside an old Victorian home called Hennessee House, she decides to investigate. When she goes to investigate, she meets Maverick and their chemistry is instant — and she now has to choose between her career and love.

Savor It by Tarah DeWitt

Savor It follows Sage, who wants to participate in the Festival of Spunes following her ex’s engagement. But, she needs a partner. Sage strikes a deal with Fisher, a former NYC chef seeking redemption: she’ll improve his image if he is her partner for the competition. As their alliance turns into a steamy romance, they discover that summer is the perfect time for healing. I haven’t read a book by Tarah DeWitt yet, but this looks like the perfect place to start!

Second Night Stand by Karelia & Fay Stetz-Waters

Second Night Stand follows Izzy, a burlesque performer, and Lillian, a professional ballerina, who find love while competing on a reality talent show. Izzy is focused on winning the prize money to save her theatre while Lillian is determined to save her all-Black ballet company. Despite their initial agreement to spend one night together after the show, they struggle with their growing feelings.

Summertime Punchline by Betty Corrello

Summertime Punchline is an upcoming heartfelt and humourous love story. It follows Delfina, a comedian who is forced to return to her New Jersey Shore hometown and confront her past, including the man who broke her heart. While there, she has 45 days to perfect her comedy set and navigate the conflicting feelings about Eddie, the boy she left behind.

The Bump by Sidney Karger

The Bump follows Wyatt and Biz, a couple expecting a baby via surrogate. As they approach fatherhood, them embark on a cross-country road trip to spend quality time together and address the nature of their relationship before the baby arrives. While on their journey, they deal with unexpected challenges and secrets that reshape their relationship and their understanding of family.

All’s Fair in Love and War by Virginia Heath

All’s Fair in Love and War is the first in a brand new Regency romance series. It follows Henry, a former naval captain who is left in charge of his sister’s unruly children when she decides to go to Egypt. For help, he hires a governess, but he clashes with Georgina’s style of taking care of children. While they clash, sparks fly and they must navigate love and opposition. After watching shows like Bridgerton and The Gilded Age, I’m so excited to read more historical romance books in 2024!

The Ride of Her Life by Jennifer Dugan

The Ride of Her Life follows Molly, a wedding obsessed city girl who unexpectedly inherits a struggling horse farm from her late aunt. Determined to sell the land and fund her dream of starting a wedding planning company, she clashes with Shani, the hot-tempered farrier who works on the property. As they navigate the challenges of running the barn, they form an unexpected connection and Molly finds herself torn between her original plan and her feelings for Shani.