Fall in love in the sun all over again.

Summer 2022 brought a veritable smorgasbord of scintillating romance choices, from unique historicals to engrossing contemporary rom-coms.

Check out our eight favorites of this summer season below.

For the Love of the Bard (A Bard’s Rest Romance) Paperback – June 28, 2022 by Jessica Martin

Berkley

This book will be pure catnip for anyone with even a passing interest in Shakespeare.

The sleepy summer magic of outdoor Shakespeare casts a heady spell that lends the romance a spark of magic.

Light on angst and heavy on charm, it’s a feel-good read of the highest order.

Always Be My Duchess Paperback – July 12, 2022by Amalie Howard

Forever

But what happens when their professional lingerie shoots turn into something more personal and sexy off the clock?

As always, MacLean’s writing is delectably feminist.

And for Adelaide and readers alike, few things are as thrilling or rare.

The Accidental Pinup Paperback – July 19, 2022by Danielle Jackson (Author)

Berkley

Pediatric surgeon London Kelley really needs to figure out this work-life balance thing.

The book bursts with Rochon’s signature sense of humor, steamy sex scenes, and squee-inducing romance.

Much of the storytelling also wrestles with the weight of familial expectations.

Heartbreaker: A Hell’s Belles Novel (Hell’s Belles, 2) Hardcover – August 23, 2022 by Sarah MacLean

Avon

London has to learn to let go of old grudges and impossible expectations.

All of which Drew actively supports with his actions and words.

From their first hot-and-heavy meeting, sparks fly between Alex and Jeremiah.

Aphrodite and the Duke: A Novel Paperback – August 23, 2022by J.J. McAvoy (

Dell

The two are purely combustible together, barely able to keep their hands off each other.

Heat Rating: Grade: A

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