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Best Romance Novels of 2020

ROMANCE

TAKE A HINT, DANI BROWN

by Talia Hibbert

Funny, deep, and romantic as hell. Will leave you smiling for days. Full review >

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FICTION

YOU HAD ME AT HOLA

by Alexis Daria

Sexy, compelling, and complex—a terrific romance from a rising star of the genre. Full review >

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ROMANCE

THE ROOMMATE

by Rosie Danan

A deliciously fresh romance with strong characters and feminist themes. Full review >

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FICTION

LIKE LOVERS DO

by Tracey Livesay

An exemplary friends-to-lovers romance with characters who grow and change to find happiness with themselves and each other. Full review >

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ROMANCE

THE DEVIL OF DOWNTOWN

by Joanna Shupe

A strong finish to an excellent series about strong-willed women determined to live life on their own terms. Full review >

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ROMANCE

SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT

by Meryl Wilsner

A sparkling debut with vibrant characters, a compelling Hollywood studio setting, and a sweet slow-burn romance. Full review >

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