I am a romance addict. Give me stories with a touch of heartbreak and a spark of joy, and I’m happy. Throw in characters who possess a huge helping of heart and soul, and I’m up reading all night in romance heaven!
By Elissa Sussman. This romance hooked me and reeled me in. I was caught—by stage show singer/performer Kathleen Rosenberg (star of the new stage musical Riveted!) and Cal Kirby (her one-time crush and director of said musical). What a fantastic love story! Kathleen is trying to navigate a career comeback while dealing with unresolved feelings … More Once More with Feeling
By Katherine Center. The story was so compelling, I couldn’t stop reading. The characters touched my heart. Their emotions brought tears. Another wonderful book by Katherine Center. Sadie is a free spirit. She roller skates. She sings in the grocery store aisle. She lover her dog, Peanut. She paints portraits for a living, and is … More Hello Stranger
By Ashley Poston. This book is everything I’ve ever wanted in a romance. Loveable characters, an amazing plot, lots of tension, and a healthy dose of paranormal. (Yes, paranormal!) If you liked the movie, The Lake House with Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves, this story is right up your alley. Book publicist Clementine West inherits … More The Seven Year Slip
By Colleen Hoover. This is one of those deep, moving romances that takes your breath away. And you want to read it again and again. Sydney is enchanted by her neighbor across the way. Specifically, she’s beguiled by his music. She has no idea who he is, only that he plays guitar on his balcony … More Maybe Someday
By Lynn Painter. A cute, racy romance with a bit of heat and a lot of character. Olivia Marshall’s life had become a hot mess. Literally. A fire in her apartment building left her homeless. After she lost her job. And broke up with her boyfriend. As she wondered if things could get any worse, … More Mr. Wrong Number
By Beth O’Leary. This book is definitely one to put on your romance “must read” list. It follows Tiffy as she navigates the challenges of sharing a one-bedroom flat (and a mattress) with a stranger (Leon). He works the night shift. She has a day job. He really needs the extra cash (to help his … More The Flatshare
By Martha Waters. For Jane and Penvale, marriage comes first, then love, in this sweet, engaging Regency romance. Jane is a ward of John Bourne, owner of Trethwick Abbey. Viscount Penvale is Bourne’s nephew. Both Jane and Penvale want to live in Trethwick Abbey. And it seems the only way they can both get what … More To Swoon And To Spar
By Uzma Jalaluddin. This book wormed its way into my head and I couldn’t shake it loose. It was all about the relationship, or rather non-relationship, between fun (and snarky) Nada and handsome, grumpy, shy Baz. There was a spark there. So why did they keep each other at arm’s length? We follow them as … More Much Ado About Nada
By Katherine Center. How well do we really know the people we’re crushing on? That’s the question for Samantha (Sam) Casey when she encounters Duncan Carpenter, the weirdly cool, fun-loving, lobster pants-wearing guy she knew (and secretly adored) years ago in California. Now he’s the new principal of her primary school on Galveston Island (she’s … More What You Wish For
By TJ Alexander. Falling in love has its ups and downs. Insecurity. Elation. Certainly. Letdown. Especially when you’re being paid to be in a relationship and somewhere along the line, you fall for the person adding money to your checking account. Although the trope is very familiar, this book delivers a satisfying read with characters … More Chef’s Choice
