Looking for some sizzling romance reads to heat up your summer? Check out our top picks for the most steamy and addictive romance novels that will leave you fanning yourself:
1. The Devil in Her Bed by Kerrigan Byrne
Kerrigan Byrne's Victorian Rebels series is known for its dark, gritty, and intensely passionate romances. The Devil in Her Bed is one of the steamiest installments, featuring a brooding hero with a tortured past and a strong-willed heroine who is determined to uncover his secrets. The sexual tension between the two leads is palpable from the very first page, culminating in some unforgettably hot love scenes. Byrne's lyrical writing and impeccable historical details make this a must-read for fans of steamy historical romance.
2. Priest by Sierra Simone
Sierra Simone's New Camelot trilogy is a controversial but wildly popular contemporary romance series that pushes the boundaries of erotic fiction. Priest is the first book, introducing readers to a forbidden romance between a young woman and her family's priest. The story is full of religious symbolism and Catholic guilt, which only heightens the forbidden allure. Simone's writing is both literary and scorching hot, with some of the most explicit and imaginative sex scenes in romance.
3. Bared to You by Sylvia Day
The first book in Sylvia Day's Crossfire series, Bared to You is a steamy contemporary romance that has been compared to Fifty Shades of Grey. It follows the relationship between a young woman named Eva and the mysterious billionaire Gideon Cross. The two are immediately drawn to each other, but their relationship is complicated by their troubled pasts. The love scenes are frequent and intensely erotic, with Day's writing striking a nice balance between literary and pornographic.
4. Captive Prince by C.S. Pacat
C.S. Pacat's Captive Prince trilogy is a dark and gritty fantasy romance that has developed a cult following. The first book introduces readers to Prince Damianos, who is sold into slavery and forced to serve the prince of a rival kingdom. The relationship between Damianos and his new master, Prince Laurent, is complex and fraught with political intrigue. The sex scenes are not for the faint of heart, with BDSM themes and dubious consent. But for readers who enjoy morally grey characters and enemies-to-lovers romance, this series is an addictive and unforgettable read.
5. Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
Mia Sheridan is known for her emotional, character-driven romances, and Archer's Voice is one of her most beloved books. It follows Bree Prescott, a woman who moves to a small town to escape her past. There she meets Archer Hale, a reclusive man with a dark history of his own. The two form a deep connection, with the romance developing slowly and organically. While the sex scenes are not as frequent as in some other books on this list, they are incredibly sensual and meaningful when they do occur. Sheridan's beautiful writing and the poignant love story make this a must-read for fans of steamy but heartfelt romance.
Conclusion
In the next blog, I am going to reviewing my thoughts on the top 5 books in each of the contemporary romance sub-genres
Kathy Asher
