My Favorite Romance Books of 2025
Although I didn’t read as many books as I would have liked this year, I think that’s always going to be the case. So many books, so little time! While I would have liked to knock more books off of my TBR, many of the ones I got to this year were incredible. Here are some of my fave romance books that I got to in 2025!
Yes & I Love You by Roni Loren
I went into this one dubious, because I’m not a huge fan of the influencer trope or an MMC who is an actor (look, I come from an acting background, I can be a little bit biased). But after reading the second book in this series, I knew I had to give it a try—and I’m so glad I did!
Savor It by Tarah DeWitt
Gosh, where to start? This is the small-town trope done perfectly, plus a heartbreaking third act breakup that completely makes sense for the main couple to need time apart before their HEA. Fun, heartfelt, and just the right amount of spice.
The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce
The chemistry in this one is 🥵. The action also takes place over a wedding, which creates such great tension (there’s a reason I have a list of romance books with weddings as a plot point—it means instant drama!).
Funny Story by Emily Henry
There will always be a special place in my heart for Beach Read, but it probably ties with Funny Story as my favorite Emily Henry book. I cannot wait for this one to finally be made into a film!
The Half of It by Theresa Christine (me!)
I only read this one about a billion times this year! It was a joy putting my debut romance out in the world, and I’m so excited to continue this standalone series in 2026. Haven’t read The Half of It yet? It’s free to read on KU!
Don’t Regret Me by Stephanie Louise
I am a sucker for a male main character who knows he's done wrong and wants to do everything in his power to make the FMC fall for him. The book hits just the right amount of external conflict, emotion, internal struggle, drama, and ultra-swoony moments. Basically, my favorite kind of book!
Is She Really Going Out with Him by Sophie Cousens
I'm not normally a fan of single parent romances but I guess I am now! Sophie Cousens is an author who I will always read, and this one strikes a nice balance of humor, heart, and heat.
You With a View by Jessica Joyce
Jessica Joyce has a knack for writing emotional romances that have a lot of depth and absolutely un-put-downable storylines. I liked the high school enemies-to-lovers trope, and I highly recommend checking out the audiobook version—it’s very well-done!
All Rhodes Lead Here by Mariana Zapata
This book just put the dopiest grin on my face, from beginning to end. It was so sweet, and once I started reading it, I didn’t want to stop.
Off the Map by Trish Doller
Of all the FMCs I’ve read this year, Carla is probably the one I related to the most. She’s guarded and doesn’t sit still, and it was so beautiful watching what she figured was a fling blossom into something more meaningful.
The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood
This was probably the funniest romance book I picked up this year. If you want a little magical realism with your romance, check this one out.
Love and Other Conspiracies by Mallory Marlowe
This one was mazing from start to finish, and there wasn’t a single fault in my eyes—I loved the characters, I loved the premise, and I loved the audiobook narration. It was a unique premise that I gobbled right up.
If Not for My Baby by Kate Golden
A rockstar romance where the MMC is in touch with his emotions and only has eyes for the FMC is the only kind of rockstar romance I want, if I’m being quite honest!
One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
A delicious slow burn that had me feeling all the feelings for our FMC. Carley Fortunes’s writing is downright divine.