Best Romance Books July 2025

The Lunar Chronicles

Cinder, a gifted mechanic, harbors a secret that could topple Earth’s fragile peace. As a deadly plague ravages the population, she becomes entangled with the charming Prince Kai. Battling prejudice and a wicked queen, Cinder must uncover her mysterious past to save her world. Meyer’s masterful reimagining of classic fairy tales blends sci-fi and fantasy, creating a thrilling adventure that kept me up all night. The characters are so vivid, I felt like I was right there with them, fighting for their future.

The Mortal Instruments Series

Dive into a hidden world of demons, vampires, and Shadowhunters with Cassandra Clare’s thrilling “The Mortal Instruments” series. I was instantly hooked by Clary Fray’s journey from ordinary teen to fierce demon-hunter. Clare’s vivid writing brings New York City’s supernatural underbelly to life, with twists that kept me up way too late reading. The complex characters and their tangled relationships add depth to the non-stop action. It’s a rollercoaster ride that’ll leave you craving more.

The Shadowhunter Chronicles

Dive into a hidden world of demons, angels, and magic with Cassandra Clare’s “The Shadowhunter Chronicles.” This gripping urban fantasy series follows the adventures of young Shadowhunters, humans with angelic blood who protect our world from dark forces. With its intricate mythology, heart-pounding action, and unforgettable characters, Clare’s masterful storytelling will keep you spellbound. I couldn’t put it down, staying up way too late just to read one more chapter. A must-read for anyone craving an escape into a thrilling, supernatural realm.

The Divergent Series

In a dystopian Chicago, society is divided into five factions based on virtues. Sixteen-year-old Beatrice Prior must choose between staying with her family and being true to herself. Her decision leads her on a thrilling journey of self-discovery, dangerous secrets, and unexpected love. As she uncovers a conspiracy threatening her world, Beatrice learns that sometimes the most difficult choices are the ones that define us. This gripping tale of courage and identity will leave you breathless.

The Hunger Games Trilogy

The Kingkiller Chronicle

In this mesmerizing tale, we follow Kvothe, a legendary figure whose past is shrouded in mystery. Rothfuss weaves a spellbinding narrative, rich with magic, music, and adventure. As Kvothe recounts his journey from a traveling performer to a powerful wizard, we’re drawn into a world of intrigue and danger. The prose is lyrical, the characters unforgettable. I found myself lost in the pages, unable to put it down. It’s a story that will stay with you long after you’ve finished, leaving you yearning for more.

The Priory of the Orange Tree

Sabran Berethnet, last of her line, must conceive an heir to protect her realm from the dragons that threaten its borders. But as she struggles with this burden, her lady-in-waiting Ead Duryan harbors a secret: she’s a mage, sworn to protect Sabran from unseen dangers. Across the sea, Tané dreams of becoming a dragonrider, even as an ancient evil stirs. As their paths intertwine, these women must unravel long-buried secrets to save their world from destruction. A sweeping epic of magic, dragons, and destiny.

The Song of Achilles

Achilles, the golden warrior, and Patroclus, the awkward prince, forge an unlikely bond that deepens into a passionate romance. Miller’s lyrical prose breathes new life into Homer’s epic, exploring the tender moments between battles and the raw emotions of young love. As the Trojan War looms, their relationship is tested against duty and fate. A heart-wrenching tale that had me captivated until the final page, pondering the enduring power of love and the cruel whims of the gods.

The Book of M

In a world where shadows vanish and memories fade, Ory and Max fight to hold onto their love amidst chaos. When Max loses her shadow, Ory desperately searches for her across a transformed America. Their journey intertwines with a cast of unforgettable characters, each grappling with loss and hope. Fitzgerald’s haunting prose explores the power of memory and the resilience of the human spirit, leaving readers spellbound and questioning the nature of identity itself.

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Aomame steps into a taxi, unaware that her simple errand will alter reality itself. As she navigates a world subtly different from her own, she encounters Tengo, a math teacher and aspiring writer. Their parallel journeys intertwine in unexpected ways, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. Murakami’s masterful prose weaves a hypnotic tale of love, mystery, and parallel universes that will leave you questioning the nature of existence long after the final page.