Do you judge a book by the cover sometimes, too? I know you’re not supposed to, but once in a while, there is just something about the covers of books that calls out to you, saying, “Pick me, choose me.” I’m not sure about you, but I choose to listen to it every time. Read on below to find the cover that calls out to you!
Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
Elsie Hannaway leads many lives: by day, an adjunct professor, and by the next day, she offers herself up as a fake girlfriend, utilizing her expertise in people-pleasing. She uses every bit of information she can to embody herself into whoever her clients need her to be. While it is a great side job to have, it was bound to come crashing down on Elsie as Jack Smith enters the picture. The unfairly annoying, yet attractive older brother of her favorite client happens to be the same experimental physicist who previously scared her mentor’s career. Additionally, he also completely undermined the reputation of theorists, which, of course, is her profession. It also happens to be the same man who sits between Elsie and the job of her dream, because he is on the hiring committee at MIT.
Elsie refuses to go down without a fight, but as she begins to realise that she can be her most authentic self around Jack, what could happen? Could she be tempted to let her guard down, or is the whole thing going to end in a big F? Read and find out! Also, be sure to read the rest of Ali Hazelwood’s fantastic novels!
Sheltered by Alexa Riley
Trigger Warning: Please read the CWs/TWs prior to reading.
While preparing for her first day at her new job, Blair Rosewood knows she is ready to escape her home life and make her own path in the world. She makes her way to Charleston, South Carolina, cornered by people with large paychecks, yet she refuses to let that slow her down. Blair is ready to take on whatever is thrown her way. Suddenly, she finds herself being held captive by a man who is way too attractive and completely obsessed with her. This isn’t usually the beginning of a love story, but Ryker, a brooding, secretive, unbelievably hot man, will do everything he can to protect her from his past.
He may know too much about her and may not leave her alone, but as the two spend time together and find themselves in certain steamy situations, the question remains: Will Blair stay? Will Ryker even let her go without a fight? Find out in this short and sweet, dark romance novella.
Royally Twisted by Elle Boon
In this first novella of the Royal Sons series, we are introduced to Ivy, a brokenhearted young woman who deals with an unbelievably tragic loss, and Tymber, a war fighter with his own set of losses intertwined in his past. Even as Tymber prides himself on strength, he deals with those same insecurities as all of us. When he runs into Ivy, though, things seem to turn around. He was exactly what she needed to help her move past her pain. Tymber has his pain, and Ivy quickly becomes his source of comfort.
The journey with Tymber and Ivy is not for the faint of heart, but where there is grief, there can also be joy. This short book thrives on a quick romance born from the tragedies they endure. Please remember to read the warnings of this book, as circumstances may be triggering for some readers. Though life may be rough at times, know that you’re not alone.
In Your Dreams, Holden Rhodes by Stephanie Archer
A gruff, soft-spoken, hidden romantic man may be the very thing missing in your life. Holden Rhodes might just become your favorite new book boyfriend. All he desires is true love and a family of his own, and when he meets Sadie, he can only be his most banter-driven self. Once and for all, Holden will be the one to prove the saying, “It’s always the quiet ones.” As Sadie travels to the small town of Queen Cove to handle the passing of her aunt, she finds herself in a bind with the man who despises her. Not to mention, they find out that they co-own Sadie’s late aunt’s inn, so now, they’re stuck together. Find out what happens when deals are made, lines are crossed, and a true love is the best possible ending.
This cover is one of the most pleasing things to look at, in my opinion. From the storyline to the imagery, this book has it all. This is the third book in The Queen’s Cove Series, so be sure to read the first two in the series! I hope you love this series with all your heart as much as I do!
Finn Rhodes Forever by Stephanie Archer
The fourth and final book in The Queen’s Cove Series introduces Finn and Olivia. The pair of childhood best friends are back in each other’s lives after 12 years apart. The idea of taking things to a new level after graduation may not have boded well when Finn moved away, and the two have avoided each other since. When he suddenly gets a wake-up call that he can no longer stand being away from her, he moves back, determined to make up for the lost time. Olivia, however, refuses to let him back in so easily, so she makes him grovel to no end, even attempting to sabotage his apology dates. Finn and Olivia also have a tear-rolling, hilarious prank war throughout the whole book, making the banter a staple in this story.
If you are a small-town romance, grumpy sunshine, sexy banter, and praise lover, this book was hand-picked for you! Throughout the ending of this adorable series, you will also get to be reunited with all of the characters from the last three books. From Olivia’s pink hair to the waterfall backdrop, I cannot express how obsessed I am with this cover! Oh, who am I kidding? I adore the illustration and the content inside!
Wild and Wrangled by Lyla Sage
This second chance romance with a hot man who has hand tattoos, yup, that’ll do it for me. Camille Ashwood is a planner through and through, so she attempts to get married to secure a better future for her daughter and start building the life she wants. Now, this shouldn’t have been a hard thing to manage, yet when the groom never shows up at the altar, she finds herself without a place to live and with no real direction. Well, until she finds out that the house she has adored since high school is up for rent. It all seems to be looking bright for Cam, except for one more hiccup: her neighbor next door. Dusty Tucker: the very man who spends his time avoiding the one girl he never really got over, ever since he moved back to Meadowlark a year ago. While he is completely helplessly in love with her, he attempts to prove that they can be ‘friends.’
As the two realize they can no longer stay so far apart, Cam finds herself opening back up to the idea of them, until the wounds of the past once again open, and new feelings begin to spread fire. They must decide whether forgiveness can bind their love and make it last, or if they are just not meant to be. Find out in the final novel in the Rebel Blue Ranch Series! Don’t forget to pick up the rest of this Western small town romance series for more adorable stories!
Spotlight on Poppy by Mary Warren
The best way to describe Poppy Smith’s current state of mind is like a bug stuck in a huge spider web: completely and utterly stuck. She watched her best friend fall in love and is determined to make a change. With her hopes high that she would finally be able to start living the life she wants, she inevitably meets the soul of Mystic Falls. The selfless and undeniably attractive Josh Turner is the go-to guy of the town. If you’re ever in a bind, everyone knows Josh is the person to call. After a rough childhood and the dream of one day belonging, he finds that home doesn’t always have to be a place; sometimes, it can be the girl who works at her family’s apple orchard.
This is the perfect book for anyone who is looking for that cozy small-town, Gilmore Girls vibe. Another addition to this book is the plus-size representation, not only in this book, but also in the entire Mystic Falls series. Not to mention the cover is absolutely adorable! Make sure to read the first novel in the four-book series, A Highlander for Hannah.
Mafia Darling by Mila Finelli
Now, before I start my recommendation, note that this book is not a standalone and is the second book in The Kings of Italy series. Let’s get into this. The first book is left on a cliffhanger, and if you haven’t read the first book, don’t worry, I won’t spoil it. Frankie gets wrongly accused of being a gold digger by Fausto, only to end up getting kidnapped by the rival mafia. You know, the norms for mafia romances, but the two are quickly reunited, and we get to see Frankie grow into a powerful, strong woman as she refuses to let Fausto think she will beg for anything from him.
I’ll be honest, if you are an anti-pregnancy trope kind of person, this one may not be for you. If you’re fine with it, and more, then this series may be your new obsession. Not only is there the cutest real people cover I’ve ever seen, but the growth and plot that are filled in these pages are something to check out. Make sure to check out the rest of The Kings of Italy series, starting with the first novel, Mafia Mistress.
Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez
Summer is here, and she deserves a good romance novel all about her. This book is a heartfelt, long-distance love story that is also deeply entwined with family drama. Samantha’s family is, in simple words, chaotic, leading her to the verge of burnout from trying to hold everything together. Samantha and Xavier’s paths cross most unexpectedly: through a cat with no butthole. Their first interaction is nothing like a meet-cute, as the hot veterinarian keeps saying all the wrong things. Still, he quickly realizes his mistake and makes it up to her with a date that turns into a night neither of them will ever forget. As their sparks fly, reality sets in when Samantha admits she is moving to Los Angeles the next morning, and Xavier assumes that’s the end of their connection. He realizes he can’t let go, but Samatha is bound to care for her mother, leaving Xavier to make the effort of flying 2,000 miles just to be with her.
Is their love worth the distance, when life is already so overwhelming? Can their connection reach over 2,000 miles? Will they find a way to make it against all odds? Make sure to read and find out!
The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang
Stella Lane is a math girl through and through, with the mentality that it is the only thing that truly unites the universe. As a mathematical person, she lacks real experience in the world of relationships, so she hires an escort to help her navigate her Asperger’s syndrome in these types of social situations. Michael Phan agrees to help figure it all out, from first base to third. He takes the time to embrace her quirks and everything that makes her unique. It doesn’t take long for Stella to appreciate certain physical interactions, especially with Michael. Soon, the “practice” seems to feel much more real.
This book has it all. Understandably, this story earned a Goodreads Choice Award, because from the different aspects of Stella’s mind to the diversity of Michael’s culture, this book bears witness to all the different types of people in the world. I can say this book has my heart and soul. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
I had way too much fun finding these books, because these 10 have some of the cutest kissing couples on the covers that I have ever seen. I hope you found some new novels to add to your TBR! Make sure to stay tuned on the Bookstr website for new articles in store for you. Sometimes, all you need is an extra push to buy a new book, and one of those pushes is the cover, so I hope you found one you loved!
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