Readworthy by BookBub This Month’s Best New Romance ---------------------------------- Die for Me by Shirlene Obuobi Trust Abby Jimenez: This spicy paranormal romance ‘hits every single craving’ - Ali Hazelwood and Nalini Singh are raving about this brand-new release guaranteed to be “your next obsession” (Kennedy Ryan) - As Sean gives in to the brooding, much-younger man pursuing her, she begins to fear Julian isn’t who he claims to be… - This “thrilling, sexy, and modern take on forbidden fruit… begs to be finished in one sitting” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i> starred review) Media Praise: Parade, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Library Reads, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, Electric Literature Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/8037?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/die-for-me-by-shirlene-obuobi?grant... Every Version of You by Natalie Messier Joey gets a second chance at life — and another shot with the one that got away - “A one-of-a-kind love story yet deeply nostalgic, like rewatching a favorite romantic comedy you’ve seen a dozen times” (Hannah Bonam-Young) - Finding herself suddenly 18 years old again, Joey plans to win over the best friend she’s secretly loved for years. But she’s caught off guard when Alex, the man she thought she hated, draws her in… - Discover why Carley Fortune says, “Natalie Messier is one of romance’s rising stars” Media Praise: People, Indie Next List, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7761?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/every-version-of-you-by-natalie-mes... Tropesick by Lauren Okie Two childhood neighbors reunite to ghostwrite a love story together - B.K. Borison says, “Prepare to be swept off your feet” by this tale from “one of my favorite new voices in romance” - A love letter to the genre, this slow-burn story features forced proximity, grumpy/sunshine, only one bed, and more fan-favorite tropes - “This one is special, and I’m going to think about it forever, probably” (Lyla Sage) Media Praise: People, Cosmopolitan, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7998?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/tropesick-by-lauren-okie?granted_at... The Someday Garden by Ashley Poston An instant <i>New York Times</i> bestseller from the author of <i>The Seven Year Slip</i>! - Sophie is thrilled to spend the summer working at an estate on the Maine coast. But when a door leads her to a secret, magical garden, can she save Lilymoor — and resist falling for the owner’s charming nephew? - “A delightful, quirky tale of loss, love, and healing for grown-up fans of <i>The Secret Garden</i>” (<i>People</i>) - Brimming with charm and magic Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Cosmopolitan, Parade, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, BookPage Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7790?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-someday-garden-by-ashley-poston... Love You More by Emily Giffin The latest from an author who writes ‘juicy, page-turning escapism’ (<i>The New York Times</i>) - Billie is content with her life — she has a good job and a great fiancé. But the morning after getting engaged, she receives a call from her high school sweetheart that changes everything… - A small-town romance “full of twists and turns that will keep readers flipping the pages” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) - Named a Best Beach Read of 2026 by <i>The New York Times</i> Media Praise: Good Morning America, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Library Reads, Kirkus Reviews Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7792?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/love-you-more-by-emily-giffin?grant... Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan Find out why B.K. Borison calls this ‘the perfect book to soak up the summer sun with’ - When a hardworking single mom returns to her Rhode Island hometown, she’s unexpectedly pulled into a fake relationship with a wealthy, gorgeous man… - “Less like a novel and more like a place I never wanted to leave. This might be my new favorite!” (Carley Fortune) - An instant <i>New York Times</i> bestseller and <I>Good Morning America</i> Book Club pick from the author of <i>Nora Goes Off Script</i> - “An absolute treat” (Catherine Newman, author of <i>Sandwich</i>) Media Praise: Good Morning America Book Club, Book of the Month, People, The Wall Street Journal, Parade, Indie Next List, Library Reads Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7791?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/dolly-all-the-time-by-annabel-monag... Twisted Road by Christine Feehan Twisty romantic suspense from a #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author - When shy Lyric finds herself trapped in a deadly situation with rugged biker Keys, they’ll risk everything to make it out alive — but fighting their intense attraction might be even more of a challenge… - A pulse-pounding tale featuring the gorgeous men of Torpedo Ink MC - Sure to make you swoon — and keep you on the edge of your seat Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7798?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/twisted-road-by-christine-feehan?gr... Leave and Come Back by Lavanya Lakshmi <i>BookPage</i> raves: ‘Prepare to be dazzled’ by this ‘beautiful debut’ - With praise from Hannah Bonam-Young and Annabel Monaghan, who calls it “wildly romantic, wise, and deeply redemptive. This was a five-star read for me” - After years away, Simran must return home for a family wedding — and to ensure her family’s approval of her new boyfriend, Leo, she hatches a plan that involves pretending the pair has never met… - A swoon-worthy rom-com full of family drama, high jinks, and yearning Media Praise: Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, Electric Literature Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7800?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/leave-and-come-back-by-lavanya-laks... The Romance Revival by Christina Lauren Don’t miss one of the best books of the summer, according to <i>The Boston Globe</i> - A highly anticipated release from the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling coauthors of <i>The Unhoneymooners</i> and <i>Love and Other Words</i> - After a tragic accident erases the memory of scientist Emery’s husband, she breaks every rule to try and give their love a second chance - “Unexpected, ridiculously charming, and romantic” (Ali Hazelwood) Media Praise: The Boston Globe, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, BookPage Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7762?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-romance-revival-by-christina-la... Scandal of the Summer by Alexandra Vasti In this fun Regency romp, an eccentric debutante falls for a charming smuggler - Julia Quinn, author of the <i>Bridgerton</i> series, calls this one “delightful in every way” - Fed up with the marriage mart, Ruby flees to a Cornwall estate — only to find it being used as a cover for gorgeous con artist Malcolm - “An incandescent gem of a book” (Rachel Lynn Solomon) from a <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author! Media Praise: People, The Boston Globe, Smart Bitches Trashy Books, Library Reads, Library Journal, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7794?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/scandal-of-the-summer-by-alexandra-... When I First Met You by Lori Foster Two wounded souls discover their perfect match at a small-town wedding - A <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author delivers another winner! - When trouble brews at her cousin’s wedding, maid of honor Glory finds a knight in shining armor in Kam, the handsome best man - “No one writes alpha heroes and sexy, swoon-worthy romance like Lori Foster” (Jill Shalvis) Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7940?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/when-i-first-met-you-by-lori-foster... ---------------------------------- Discover more Readworthy recommendations: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/collections/best-new-fiction-books?grante... ---------------------------------- You are receiving this Romance email because [email protected] is signed up for updates highlighting the best new releases in your categories. 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