EW rounds up 8 of our favorite romance reads from January and February.
EW has eight new romance titles that have metaphorically kept our fires burning through January and February.
Lovise crafts a yarn that is equal parts historical mystery and scintillating romance.
Never Blow a Kiss by Lindsay Lovise.Forever
When Emilys job puts her in the path of railroad magnate and police detective Zach Denholm, sparks fly.
Its an extremely promising debut, one that blends the best hallmarks of each of its genres.
If simply blowing a kiss stirs up this much excitement, we cant wait to see whats next.
Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma R. Alban.Avon
But she also understands the sublime heartbreak of romantic angst, which appears in equal measure here.
Until their own insecurities threaten to ruin the one thing they never planned on being real.
But Abbey cant give up her chance to escape her fathers overprotectiveness, so she decides to stay.
Say You’ll Be Mine by Naina Kumar.Dell
Both men are exceedingly different while Nate makes her feel adventurous and carefree, Jack is solid and comforting.
Kennedys prose sparkles, making it challenging to put the book down.
She perfectly balances the gripping historical mystery with the romantic intrigue.
Girl Abroad by Elle Kennedy.Bloom Books
Abbeys confusion as she attempts to navigate her first adult romances rings true.
Its impossible to keep calm and carry on while falling head over heels for this book.
But when Ricki meets a handsome stranger one night, it throws her world wildly off-kilter.
Girls With Bad Reputations by Xio Axelrod.Sourcebooks Casablanca
His curse brings potentially horrific consequences for Ricki but the two cant help but fall for each other.
Thankfully, Ezras story and voice is a vividly painted counter to that.
The novel is a heartfelt testament to family, loyal friendships, and the hijinks of courtship.
A Love Song For Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams.Grand Central Publishing
In some ways, this is Waters most emotional story because shes been building to it for so long.
Over the years, he was an excuse and a lifeline.
Often that overshadows the sillier, more whimsical elements of Holidays plotting.
To Woo and To Wed by Martha Waters.Atria Books
Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday.Forever
