God, I want to kiss her. I want to feel the heat of her lips against mine. Would she want that? Would she melt against me if she did? Or would the tension I feel between us snap and release something feral inside her? Inside me?

From the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of the genre-breaking international TikTok sensation Butcher & Blackbird and Leather & Lark comes the final book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy—a friends-with-benefits dark romantic comedy packed with murder, mayhem, and spice.

Doctor Fionn Kane is running from a broken heart, one he hopes to mend in small-town Nebraska, far away from his almost-fiancé and his derailed surgical career. It’s a simpler life: head down, hard work, and absolutely no romantic relationships. He wants none of the circus he left behind in Boston.

But then the real circus finds him.

Motorcycle performer Rose Evans has spent a decade on the road with the Silveria Circus, and it suits her just fine, especially when she has the urge to indulge in a little murder when she’s not in the spotlight. But when a kill goes awry and she ends up with an injured leg, Rose finds herself stuck in Nebraska, at the home of the adorably nerdy town doctor.

The problem is, not every broken heart can be sewn back together.

. . . And the longer you stay in one place, the more likely your ghosts are to catch up.

Tropes:
Friends with benefits
Small town romance
Fish out of water
Forced proximity
Hurt/care
Touch her and die

Scythe & Sparrow: The Ruinous Love Trilogy by Brynne Weaver- $1.99 for a limited time.

Five Stories of Love, Laughter, and Happily-Ever-Afters

Get ready to laugh, swoon, and fall head over heels for this collection of five charming romances. From unexpected sparks to destined love, these delightful tales prove that the road to happily-ever-after is as unique—and unpredictable—as the couples who find it.

• Opposites attract: Reece Masardi’s peaceful life is upended when his quirky neighbor, Lanie Weatherford, and her mischievous miniature horse invade his world with a mission to bring joy back into his life.
• Cooking up love: Ambitious chef Jillian Reed dreams of culinary fame, but her small-town cooking show co-host, the laid-back “Boondock” Blake, has a recipe of his own—for laughter, romance, and a little spice.
• A family to call his own: Boone Shelton has been in love with Nixie Thomas forever, and now he’s determined to show her—and her two adorable kids—that he’s the man they’ve been waiting for.
• From best friends to forever: April Hanson thought her marriage to Colton Radway would be purely practical—just a way to have the baby she’s always dreamed of. But love has a way of rewriting even the best-laid plans.
• An angel’s mission: Jared Christianson, a carefree angel on a quest to protect Kimber Sutton, never expected to fall for her. But how can an angel stay on earth when heaven is calling him back?

With humor, heart, and a dash of magic, this anthology offers the perfect escape into five unforgettable love stories that will leave you believing in the power of romance.

Sweet Southern Charmers Five Book Collection by Lori Wilde- $.99 for a limited time.

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Rosie writes romance novels and listens to Taylor Swift on loop. Aiden is a literary fiction writer who doesn’t believe in happy endings. They’re about to write a book together—what could go wrong?

The Hating Game meets Beach Read in this sexy and hilarious enemies-to-lovers romance from a debut Peruvian-Tennessean voice.

Rosie, an idealistic and passionate Peruvian American, leaves her Tennessee hometown to pursue her dream of making it in New York as a writer. But her plan is derailed when she ends up in class with her archnemesis and ex-crush, Aiden Huntington—an obnoxious, surly, and gorgeous literary fiction writer who doesn’t have much patience for the romance genre or for Rosie.

Rosie and Aiden regularly go to verbal battle in workshop until their professor reaches her breaking point. She allows them to stay in her class on one condition: they must cowrite a novel that blends their genres. 

The reluctant writing duo can’t help but put pieces of themselves into their accidentally steamy novel, and their manuscript-in-progress provides an outlet for them to confess their feelings—and explore their attraction toward each other.

When Rosie and Aiden find themselves competing against each other for a potentially career-changing opportunity, the flames of old rivalry reignite, and their once-in-a-lifetime love story is once again at risk of being shelved—unless they can find a way to end the book on their own terms.

Not in My Book: A Novel by Katie Holt – $1.99 for a limited time.

Two best friends. One impossible choice . . . play by the rules or risk it all for a chance at true love.

For four years, Elle Winnick and Quinn Camden have shared a standing date as friends—no expectations, no strings attached. After all, a romantic relationship between them seems impossible. Elle’s roots are firmly planted in Tennessee, tethered to her life and family, while her trust in love remains fragile after a devastating heartbreak. Meanwhile, Quinn is immersed in managing his father’s company and preparing to inherit his family’s ancestral estate in England—a destiny predetermined since his childhood.

The rules between them are crystal clear:

Sex is off the table.
Honesty is paramount.
Meet the first week of October, every year.

But what happens when their connection runs deeper than friendship, when every encounter stirs the embers of love? Are they willing to risk breaking the “rules,” knowing that it could change everything they’ve known?

Join Elle and Quinn on an unforgettable journey as they navigate the blurred lines between friendship and passion. Will their unspoken desires shatter their bond or lead them to an extraordinary love neither of them expected? Content includes: strong language, open door spice, infidelity trauma

See You Next Fall: A Friends-to-Lovers Contemporary Romance (Wanderlust Contemporary Romance Book 1) by Annabelle McCormack- FREE for a limited time.

In a World of Art, Abduction Conceals Dark Secrets in If His Kiss is Wicked, a Historical Regency Romance from Jo Goodman

When a chilling abduction leaves her battered and bruised, Emmalyn Hathaway’s memories are fragmented, and her trust is shattered. Seeking safety for herself and her cousin, Marisol, she turns to Restell Gardner, a man rumored to be a rake and ne’er-do-well but also a man of unwavering determination.

No stranger to the art of deception, Restell delves into Emma’s case, captivated by the perplexing woman who seeks his aid. With her delicate strength and quiet resilience, Emma is a puzzle worth solving, and Restell is determined to uncover the truth behind her abduction—no matter the cost.

As Emma and Restell seek answers, the shadowy world of art fraud and betrayal emerges. Sir Arthur Vega, a celebrated artist, and Marisol’s fiancé, Neven Charters, an art expert, both hold secrets that could shatter Emma’s world. With threats at every turn, Restell must not only protect Emma but also win her heart, a feat he never imagined he’d desire.

If His Kiss is Wicked (Lady Rivendale’s Connections, Book Three): Regency Romance by Jo Goodman – $.99 for a limited time.