Best Romance Novels

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Are you looking for a great romance novel to read? This blog, in association with Best Romance Novels Today, is dedicated to posting the best romance novels we can find.

We scour the web, searching independent review sites for the best romance novels. We consider books from large publishers, and also gems from the small presses. Each book posted has earned at least one 5 star review from a respected reviewer. In addition, we check that novel's average star ranking on Amazon. If a book earns 5 stars from both sources, we post it here.

We're sure you'll find some wonderful books to read. Enjoy!

Defeat the Darkness
(Paladins of Darkness)
Alexis Morgan
Pocket Star, 2010
Paranormal romance

Hard-eyed and hard-bodied, Hunter Fitzsimon isn't what Tate Justice expected in a tenant for the apartment above her garage. Terse and intensely private, Hunter's mission is to protect a narrow stretch of the barrier between Earth and Kalithia against the Paladins' ruthless enemies -- a job that would be much easier without his sexy landlady nosing around. So when she follows Hunter into the woods late one night, he decides to teach Tate a lesson with a passionate kiss that brings her to her knees... More...

“Alexis Morgan continues her smoldering Paladins of Darkness series with the sixth installment, Defeat the Darkness.” – Bonnie, A Romance Review …full book review

Available at Amazon


Her Secret Fling
Sarah Mayberry
Harlequin, 2010
Contemporary romance

Jake Stevens--star reporter and celebrated literary genius--is a snake. How else to explain the way he turns Poppy Birmingham's hero worship into loathing with a single conversation? So what if she's got a lot to learn about journalism? Aren't they coworkers now? On the same team? Jake can take his attitude and... More...

“Sarah Mayberry is an absolute master at creating characters whose secrets and pains make them real and nuanced.” – Heather Nordahl Files, Affaire de Coeur …full book review

Available at Amazon


Someone to Trust
Lesa Henderson
White Rose Publishing, 2009
Inspirational romance

Megan McCormick certainly hadn't left Atlanta for the small mountain town of Laurel Crest looking for love. Far from it. She was running from her past and a broken heart when she was knocked over by the incredibly handsome veterinarian, Lee Grainger. More...

“While the plot and story line are familiar, Henderson creates a masterpiece with her action and dialogue, making Someone To Trust a story that you just can't put down.” – Dana Rongione, Between the Lines …full book review

Available at Amazon