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Its set in an alternate reality where in 2016, a Democrat became the first female president of the US, and follows First Son Alex a twenty-something, biracial, modern-day Kennedy. Brainy/Genius Romantic Heroes flag All Votes Add Books To This List Previous 1 2 3 Next Katherine and Michaels high school romance is a charming coming-of-age story thats sure to have you laughing and cringing in equal parts. Its the book that led a generation of teenage girls to genuinely debate whether vampires or werewolves were hotter, and that launched an entire renaissance of paranormal romance books. A gothic novel of intense passion, betrayal, and bitter vengeance underpinned by the quiet beauty of Bronts lyricism Wuthering Heights is an iconoclastic masterpiece that has inspired film-makers, novelists, poets, and song-writers for generations. But will he get what he wants, or will outside forces intervene? A highflying mathematician, shes never put much thought into finding a romantic partner. 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And she has to sit across from his joyless, infuriatingly handsome face every day. When Sophia Stanton-Lacy is dropped on her aunts doorstep by her diplomat father, shes not quite what any of her extended family were expecting. Hoangs book is sweet, steamy, and hilarious, as Stella opens her mind to everything shes been missing. The Instant New York Times Bestseller and TikTok Sensation!As seen on THE VIEW!A BuzzFeed Best Summer Read of 2021 When a fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, it throws one woman's carefully calculated theories on love into chaos.As a third-year Ph.D. candidate, Olive Smith doesn't believe in lasting romantic relationships--but her best friend does, and that's what got her into this situation. If youre a die-hard fan of the television phenomenon Poldark, youll be delighted to hear that there are twelve (yes, twelve) novels to consume. This is a truly hot, office romance between a billionaire and his new assistant that's worth reading. By: Mary Frame | ? It's an older book with a pregnancy trope fyi but the FMC is like a physics genius. . For more information, please see our I second Beautiful Player by Christina Lauren and How Not to Fall by Emily Foster that others have mentioned, along with {The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan} and anything by Rachel Grant (she writes romantic suspense and all her heroines are very smart), The Countess Conspiracy (Brothers Sinister, #3), By: Courtney Milan | 309 pages | Published: 2013 | Popular Shelves: romance, historical-romance, historical, historical-fiction, fiction | Search "The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan", 88413 books suggested | Bug? Happy Endings guaranteed. A last-ditch effort to get a date to the high school dance leads to an unexpected romance in A Walk to Remember, Nicholas Sparks follow-up to smash hit The Notebook. Youve probably already read Fifty Shades it was the biggest selling book of the 2010s, after all. Amid the bleak and feral atmosphere of the Yorkshire moors, the novel revolves obsessively around the tempestuous course of Cathy and Heathcliffs self-destructive love affair. You know the fantasy about the gorgeous soccer star who picks you from a crowded room and leaves you with an epic kiss? scholars, scientists, computer geeks, professors, math whizzes, inventors, philosophers, etc.) The romance between a billionaire hacker and new college graduate seeking funding for her internet start-up. Contemporary Erotic Romance, Novella. Its a retelling of the ballad of Tam Lin set in 1558 under the reign of Mary I. . Princess Ai Lee is forced to flee home before her wedding, armed only with a pair of delicate butterfly swords. Its 1870 Nevada, and theres a lot of discussion about the black/white dynamics now that the Civil War is over. 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An internet phenomenon that has a special place in the hearts of superfans everywhere, Rainbow Rowells young adult romance is as charming as it is candid. | Popular Shelves: romance, kindle-unlimited, sports, contemporary-romance, sports-romance | Search "Rocket Science by Emily Mayer", 88342 books suggested | Bug? She takes a seat on the school bus and finds herself next to Park quiet, understated, and impossibly cool. Lily is a lot more ruthless though. With a publication date of 1958, this is the second-oldest book on my list and one of the absolute best. as one of their favorite books, and they share This unforgettable tale is as heartbreaking as it is thrilling; prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Sure, hes hiding secrets, but they wont be enough to break us. As tender and heartfelt as it is intense and passionate, Elio and Olivers love affair begins awkwardly, slowly, and tacitly, before building to unprecedented heights as the summer draws to a close. When Im not writing, Im perfecting the right ratio of coffee to milk, hustling my 2 rescue dogs around the neighborhood, or running up a hill in search of a view. The quintessential love story that has spawned countless retellings and inspired who knows how many writers, Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet the story of two star-crossed lovers from rival houses wrote many of the rules of tragic romance. Henrys smart and steamy page-turner, Beach Read, gave us all a sizzling slice of the summer romance we missed out on in 2020. A great addition to the world of unusual historical romances! Will Traynor is living a lonely life. Medical researchers, nerdy humor, mistaken cues, and missed romantic opportunitiessign me up! authors picked A PopSugar and BookBub Most Anticipated Romance of 2022!How do you solve the Perfect Equation? Why not check out our guide to New Adult books and their sleek, steamy collegiate romances? 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