Our Top 10 Hottest Booktoberfest Romance Recommendations 2023

Romance books have the unique ability to transport readers into captivating love stories that stir the soul and leave an indelible mark on the heart. Booktoberfest is the festival of new releases, and we definitely have some hot and swoony romance books on our radar!

Here are 10 new and upcoming romance books that we are excited about.

Romance Book Recommendations 2023!

The Long Game by Elena Armas

“New from Tik-Tok sensation Elena Armas. A sports romance we instantly added to our TBR” – Steph Gregor, Assistant Category Manager

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Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros

“The fiery followup to fantasy romance bestseller Fourth Wing! This may just be our most anticipated sequel of the year!” – Krystal Campbell, Assistant Category Manager

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Wreck The Halls by Tessa Bailey

“A spicy standalone holiday romcom I hope to find in my Christmas stocking this year” – Krystal Campbell, Assistant Category Manager

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The Sugar Palace by Fiona McIntosh

“A sweeping historical romance full of adventure, I am so excited to read the new Fiona McIntosh” – Steph Gregor, Assistant Category Manager

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Hunt on Dark Waters by Katee Robert

“Pirates, witches, queer and Katee Roberts… Need I say more?” – Krystal Campbell, Assistant Category Manager

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Wildfire by Hannah Grace

“We are so obsessed with Hannah Grace’s follow-up to her smash hit Icebreaker! Wildfire centres around two summer camp counsellors’ forbidden love, how can we not love it?” – Steph Gregor, Assistant Category Manager

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Fall of Ruin and Wrath by Jennifer L. Armentrout

“This book is an addictive fantasy adventure, with a swoony romance at the centre. You won’t want to put down.” – Steph Gregor, Assistant Category Manager

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo | Hardback Collector Edition by Taylor Jenkins Reid

“After reading this book I wished Evelyn was a real person so I could meet her! I’ve never loved a main character so much.” – Krystal Campbell, Assistant Category Manager

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Nineteen Steps by Millie Bobby Brown

“The debut novel from Millie Bobby Brown is a sweeping historical romance that pulled at my heartstrings. Wholesome, genuine love.” – Steph Gregor, Assistant Category Manager

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Sword Catcher by Cassandra Clare

“This is the kind of book I would devour… Multi POV, Political intrigue and a world built by Cassandra Clare! – Krystal Campbell, Assistant Category Manager

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Explore the Booktoberfest festival of upcoming books here. Order any title featured in Booktoberfest for your chance to win a year’s worth of books. T&C’s apply.

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