When I’m overworked and stressed I just want something easy to read. These romance books are all light, but with enough story to keep the pages turning. Plus of course all the happy ever afters.
The Hating Game
Sally Thorne
Why you’ll like it: An enemies-to-lovers office romance. Lucy and Josh spend most of the book pretending to hate each other (or thinking they do), but their banter made me laugh out loud. Plus if you’re too tired there’s a movie.
Read this if you want:
- Workplace romance
- Sharp banter
- Slow burn
- Strong chemistry
Lovelight Farms
B.K. Borison
Why you’ll like it: A Christmas tree farm and fake dating? This hooked me right away. It gives you a warm hug and then says there are more books in this little series
Perfect if you want:
- Fake dating
- Small town romance
- Friends to lovers
- Cozy vibes
The Pumpkin Spice Cafe
Laurie Gilmore
Why you’ll like it: This is essentially a Hallmark movie in book form. Fall vibes, strong coffee, and a cute town.
Read if you like:
- Fall books
- Cozy settings
- Hallmark movies
- Low stakes
Done and Dusted
Lyla Sage
Why you’ll like it: This book shows you what happens when you fall for your brother’s best friend. It gives you a supportive family and ranch life. It makes you want to read all the rest of the books about all the rest of the family finding love.
Perfect if you want:
- Cowboy romance
- Found family
- Emotional healing
When in Rome
Sarah Adams
Why You’ll Like It: A burned-out pop star gets stranded in a small Kentucky town and finds the break she needed. The romance is sweet and the Walker siblings are full of love for each other.
Read if you like:
- Celebrity romance
- Forced proximity
- Small-town charm
