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20 of Our Favorite Love Stories Ever

FICTION

28 SUMMERS

by Elin Hilderbrand

Oh for the days when life was a picnic on the beach: Hilderbrand sets the gold standard in escapist fiction. Full review >

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FICTION

A PRINCESS IN THEORY

by Alyssa Cole

A delightful and sexy take on love between a suave African prince and a nerdy epidemiology student. Full review >

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FICTION

BOOK LOVERS

by Emily Henry

A heartfelt and hilarious read about books, sisters, and writing your own love story. Full review >

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FICTION

IT HAPPENED ONE SUMMER

by Tessa Bailey

Another winning romance from an author at the top of her game. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

ICE PLANET BARBARIANS

by Ruby Dixon

The perfect blend of sweet, sexy romance and a riveting, high-stakes survival story. Full review >

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ROMANCE

OUTLANDER

by Diana Gabaldon

A satisfying treat, with extra scoops of excitement and romance that make up for certain lapses in credibility. Full review >

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ROMANCE

THE EARL TAKES ALL

by Lorraine Heath

A steamy romance that uses the strict rules of Regency Britain to excellent effect. Full review >

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ROMANCE

GET A LIFE, CHLOE BROWN

by Talia Hibbert

A revelation. Hilarious, heartfelt, and hot. Hibbert is a major talent. Full review >

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FICTION

REBEL

by Beverly Jenkins

A satisfying start to a new historical series from one of romance’s finest writers. Full review >

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ROMANCE

MARRYING WINTERBORNE

by Lisa Kleypas

Kleypas is a masterful writer, and her latest offering will be welcomed by fans old and new. Full review >

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