The 16 Must-Read Romances You'll Be Thankful For This Month
It's the month to be thankful for family, happiness, and anything that makes our lives a little better — though, let's be honest: we're thankful for those things every day, right? But after we've finished giving thanks for the important things in life, I'd like to give a lot of thanks for these amazing must reads that are coming to our e-readers this month. I've compiled a whole list of sexy cowboys, dashing and domineering millionaires, and straight-up swoon-worthy men that we should all take a minute to be eternally grateful for — I hope you enjoy!
I Want More! Get our newsletter by tapping the button below. Instant Subscribe By signing up, I agree to the Terms & to receive emails from POPSUGAR. 1. How About No, Out Nov. 6
In How About No by Lani Lynn Vale, Landry and Wade were made for each other. Until they weren't. What follows is a battle that neither one of them saw coming, and regardless of the outcome, they both lose. But one thing is for certain: Wade will always be there for Landry, because he doesn't know how to let go or give up without a fight.
2. Kill the Queen, Out Oct. 10
Gladiator meets Game of Thrones: a royal woman becomes a skilled warrior to destroy her murderous cousin, avenge her family, and save her kingdom in Kill the Queen, the first entry in a dazzling fantasy epic from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Estep — an enthralling tale that combines magic, murder, intrigue, adventure, and a hint of romance. In a realm where one's magical power determines one's worth, Lady Everleigh's lack of obvious ability relegates her to the shadows of the royal court of Bellona. But when her cousin Vasilia, the crown princess, assassinates her mother, the queen, and takes the throne by force, Evie is also attacked, along with the rest of the royal family. Forced into hiding to survive, she falls in with a gladiator troupe. There she meets Lucas Sullivan, a powerful magier with secrets of his own. But as the bloodthirsty Vasilia exerts her power, pushing Bellona to the brink of war, Evie's fate becomes clear: she must become a fearsome gladiator herself . . . and kill the queen.
3. Erik, Out Nov. 5
In Erik by Sawyer Bennett, Erik Dahlbeck is used to getting what he wants, both on and off the ice. So when Blue Gardner, the hot-as-hell flight attendant on the Arizona Vengeance team plane, shuts him down, Erik doesn't know what to think. The more he learns about Blue, the more intrigued he is by her. But Blue's got her reasons for keeping him at a distance, and if Erik wants his shot, he's going to have to earn it. And one thing is certain . . . Erik Dahlbeck doesn't back down from a challenge.
4. Room Mate, Out Nov. 26
She's the daughter of the President of the United States. She's his best friend's little sister. She's the woman he'd give his life for as her Secret Service Agent. She's the only woman totally off limits and the only woman he wants. And to make matters even worse, she's now his roommate. Katie Ashley returns with a brand-new standalone, Room Mate, this month!
5. Breathless, Out Nov. 19
Seth and Macy Warren are settling blissfully into married life, until he gets an offer he really doesn't want to refuse: return to his old band for one gig. Trouble is, Macy wants to get to work on expanding their family, and she wants to begin as soon as possible. She fears Seth's temporary return to the band might turn permanent, reawakening his old urges to be wild and free. Does he regret settling down? And is she strong enough to wrestle his past demons again? Find out in Breathless by Cherrie Lynn.
6. Buried Lies, Out Nov. 27
Buried Lies by Kaylea Cross: She left her painful past behind. Poppy Larsen moved to Crimson Point, OR, to make a new life for herself. She wants to put down roots and learn to trust again — and that includes her sexy neighbor, the town sheriff. But danger lurks in her new safe haven, and it's about to come after her. Now a killer is watching her from the shadows. Sheriff Noah Buchanan isn't looking for a relationship, but there's something about his new neighbor that he can't ignore, and soon he finds himself drawn to Poppy and her huge heart. He vows to watch over her while she gets on her feet, but when her life is threatened, he'll do whatever it takes to save her.
7. Dirty Sexy Games, Out Nov. 6
Bestselling author Laurelin Paige returns to her Dirty Games series with Dirty Sexy Games! A sham marriage to an infamous playboy. What could possibly go wrong?
8. The Bastard, Out Nov. 14
I also have a brand-new release this month! The Bastard kicks off my new Filthy Duet. She's the princess and he's the bastard. They don't fit. They don't belong together, and yet she says she needs him. They're like water and oil, they don't mix, but he really craves a taste. Just one. What harm can just one taste do?
9. Picture Perfect Cowboy, Out Nov. 5
In Picture Perfect Cowboy by Tiffany Reisz, Jason Waters has a perfect life. At age 29, he's already a wealthy retired world-champion bull rider, living on a picturesque horse farm in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. But Jason has a secret. Simone has no secrets. Her life is an open book. She's a freelance photographer, a corset fetish model, and a part-time professional submissive catering to the kink community of New York. When Simone meets Jason, sparks fly. Although raised in an extremely conservative family, Jason has always fantasized about being a dominant. When Simone volunteers to show Jason the ropes, they find themselves tied up together. Maybe for just a week. But maybe forever . . .
10. Royal Tease, Out Nov. 13
Royal Tease by Nana Malone: The rules were simple. Protect the princess . . . don't shag the princess. Protecting her is easier said than done when she hates him on sight. Just because he carried her over his shoulder with his hand on her ass that one time. He's never met someone more uncooperative. She's feisty, mouthy, and stubborn. And those two simple rules? He's about to break one of them . . .
11. Tequila Tequila, Out Nov. 13
Emma Hart is back with another must read: Tequila Tequila. It's never a good idea to tell your best friend he's the worst guy you've ever had sex with, which is exactly why she's pretending like she doesn't remember a thing about that drunken mistake. The best thing about this? Luke swears he doesn't remember. If it weren't for the dirty dreams that have been bugging her ever since, she might actually be able to forget it . . . until her birthday brings more tequila, and she admits that she remembers. Now, her best friend is determined to rewrite that night, but there's a reason best friends shouldn't have sex. Because, like the flu, when you catch feelings, they're a bitch to get rid of.
12. The Cowboy, Out Nov. 16
Sexy and emotional, The Cowboy by M. O'Keefe is a friends-to-lovers romance with a twist! Bea King is tired of being the screw-up King sister, and she's trying to get her act together. But all that restraint is making her a little . . . reckless, which is the only reason she started that sexy exhibition for the cowboy working on the construction project next door. She doesn't know why he stays and watches morning after morning, but she's glad he does. Since they don't know each other's names and can't see each other's faces, what's wrong with having a little fun? Cody McBride's rodeo career is over, and working construction for his friend is a good way to get some money in the bank. And watching the beautiful exhibitionist on the balcony? Well, that's just a bonus. He's in no shape for a relationship, except for Bea, the sexy, smart bartender whose friendship he's determined not to screw up. But when Bea discovers her friend Cody — the guy she's starting to fall for in a big way — is the voyeur in the backyard, things get very complicated and the screw-up King sister is in danger of losing everything.
13. Wicked Whiskey Love, Out Nov. 7
Wicked Whiskey Love by Melissa Foster involves a devastatingly sexy and lovingly protective doctor and member of the Dark Knights motorcycle club, a wary and pregnant single mother, and a secret that could cost them everything. "Foster always chooses to take on difficult topics, and writes them in a sensitive and beautiful way . . . [an] empowering tale of overcoming fear, trauma and the feeling of shame . . . I read it all in one sitting."
14. Leopard's Run, Out Nov. 6
In Leopard's Run, the newest novel in Christine Feehan's series featuring lethal leopard shape-shifters in search of their soulmate, Timur Amurov can barely keep the beastly side of his nature leashed. Honed by a lifetime of violence, Timur is a weapon used to defend his family at all costs. When his sister-in-law hires petite blond barista Ashe Bronte at her bakery, he's not only concerned about letting a stranger into their lives but also intrigued by how her presence calms the animal raging inside him. Timur can tell Ashe is hiding something, and even as she tries to stay away from him, she cannot help but be drawn to the dangerous, brooding man who can't take his eyes off her. Neither can escape fate, and soon Timur will discover all of her secrets.
15. The Results of the Unrequited, Out Nov. 14
For a brief moment in time, AJ Parker had everything she ever wanted in the form of Evan Gilmore's love. After baring their secrets and granting each other forgiveness, AJ and Evan were unstoppable. Until Thanksgiving. Until Evan didn't come home. Until AJ was forced to accept that there might not be a future for her and Evan after all. Were these the inevitable results of AJ's unrequited love? The Results of Unrequited is the third book in The Science of Unrequited series by Len Webster.
16. Someone to Trust, Out Nov. 27
Someone to Trust is a flipped May-December historical romance by Mary Balogh full of good feels and Christmas cheer. An unexpected attraction between widow Elizabeth Overfield and Colin Handrich leads to a stolen kiss one wintry day during the holidays, but nothing can truly happen between them — Elizabeth is nine years older than Colin. They part knowing they'll see each other again during the next Season, with a promise of one dance at each ball. Except each dance only brings them closer together and eventually ensnares them in a romance that forces them both to question what they are willing to sacrifice for love.
