August 2025 Romance Book Releases You Won't Want to Miss
Get ready for a whirlwind of emotions and unforgettable characters! August 2025 is bringing an array of romances, from magical office comedy to forbidden love and heated rivalries. Whether you’re a fan of enemies-to-lovers, mafia tension, or heart wrenching drama, these releases have something special for every romance reader. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming your way!
Accomplice to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Expected Publication: August 5, 2025
Book 3 in the Assistant to the Villain Series
A Once Upon a Time meets The Office twist awaits you in this hilarious magical romance. Evie Sage, the sunshine assistant to the kingdom's most terrifying villain, didn’t plan on falling for her brooding boss. Between magical mayhem, murder plots, and a prophecy unraveling, her life is about to get way more complicated. With assassins showing up in the break room and frogs wearing crowns, Evie’s got a lot on her plate. Get ready for a magical office comedy filled with snark, love, and definitely-not-feelings.
A Wreck, You Make Me by Saffron A. Kent
Expected Publication: August 8, 2025
Book 3 in the Bad Boys of Bardstown Series
What starts as a rivalry between a quirky redhead and her best friend's older brother turns into a dangerous game of blackmail. When Shepard Thorne catches the girl of his dreams ruining his fun, he vows to make her life a living hell. But things take a twisted turn when jealousy, old secrets, and smoldering attraction ignite a combustible chemistry between them. Will their rivalry turn into something darker and more explosive? This standalone novel has all the drama, tension, and scorching passion you could ever want.
Handsome Devil by L.J. Shen
Expected Publication: August 12, 2025
Book 3 in the Forbidden Love Series
Gia Bennett’s life is turned upside down when Tatum Blackthorne, the monster from her nightmares, becomes her boss. A man with a dangerous vendetta, Tate isn’t interested in letting Gia escape his grasp. As his twisted plans unfold, Gia finds herself tangled in a mafia war, with passion burning hotter than the revenge at stake. Handsome Devil is a mafia-themed romance that explores obsession, dark love, and the price of seeking revenge.
Love & Other Killers by Brynne Weaver
Expected Publication: August 12, 2025
Standalone Novella
When Sloane and her family of vigilante serial killers target their next prey, things quickly spiral out of control. Allan Munster, a seemingly mild-mannered chicken farmer, may not be what he appears, and someone might be watching them. Sloane must navigate a dangerous game of survival where trust is hard to come by, and secrets are harder to keep. This dark, twisted novella is perfect for fans of high-stakes action and dark romance.
Dream On by Jennifer Hartmann
Expected Publication: August 12, 2025
Standalone Romance
Stevie St. James never expected to see Lexington Hall again, let alone have him turn their broken past into a reality show. What started as a shared dream in high school turns into a televised sensation, and now Stevie must pretend to still care about Lex. But as they fake their romance for the cameras, old feelings and buried secrets start to resurface. Can they pretend long enough for the world to buy into their love story? Or will the line between fiction and reality blur beyond repair?
Love Arranged by Lauren Asher
Expected Publication: August 19, 2025
Book 3 in the Lakefront Billionaires Series
Lorenzo Vittori needs a fake girlfriend to fix his public image, and Lily Muñoz, who shares a complicated past with him, is the perfect solution. What begins as a professional arrangement soon turns into something much more personal when old feelings come rushing back. As they navigate their fake relationship for the public eye, they both must confront the complicated emotions they’ve been trying to avoid. Love Arranged is a heartwarming yet complicated romance full of second chances, public scrutiny, and undeniable chemistry.
Playing Dirty by C.E. Ricci
Expected Publication: August 19, 2025
Book 4 in the Leighton U Series
Madden Hastings and his step-sister have been rivals for years, thanks to their universities' fierce competition. Now, with Madden as her new stepbrother, the rivalry intensifies, and so does the attraction. What begins as a battle of wills soon turns into a forbidden romance that neither can deny. Playing Dirty is an enemies-to-lovers, college sports MM romance that’s equal parts sizzling chemistry and emotional intensity.
Sacred Vow by Sheridan Anne
Expected Publication: August 19, 2025
Standalone Romance
Sometimes the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and in the case of Caesar Di Rozé and his son, Zephyr, it couldn’t be more true. What starts as a one-night stand with Zeph quickly spirals into something far more complicated when it leads her to his father’s home, Caesar, a silver fox with a dark stare who proves that daddy does it better. With one touch, she’s addicted. But that night comes with a caveat: a sacred vow must be kept, under no circumstances can she fall in love with him. Easy, right? Wrong. Sacred Vow is a Dark Daddy Age Gap Romance filled with explicit content, violence, high spice, and coarse language. It is recommended for mature readers.
Shadowman by Nyla K.
Expected Publication: August 22, 2025
Book 5 in the Alabaster Penitentiary Series
Trevel Fenwick’s arrival at Alabaster Penitentiary turns everything upside down for the withdrawn and mysterious Shadowman. The two men are drawn to each other, but the secrets they’re hiding may be too much for them to overcome. As the war inside the penitentiary escalates, so does their connection, one that could either save them or destroy everything. Shadowman is a dark, MM romance that explores the deep connection between two damaged souls.
Saving the Rain by Elliott Rose
Expected Publication: August 26, 2025
Book 4 in the Crimson Ridge Series
Kayce Wilder never expected a rodeo injury to leave him with no other option than to ask his stepbrother, Zeke Rainer, for help. What follows is a slow-burning romance filled with tension, complicated emotions, and a powerful connection neither of them expected. As their relationship deepens, both men must confront the feelings they’ve been hiding and face the consequences of their attraction. Saving the Rain is a forbidden, age-gap romance that’s as hot as the cowboy on the cover.
Unnatural by Mia Sheridan
Expected Publication: August 26, 2025
Book 2 in the Men and Monsters Series
Autumn Sterling thought she had left her dark past behind, but when she spots Sam, the boy she once called her moonlight monster, in the city, everything changes. Sam’s return stirs up old feelings, and together they must uncover the truth about their shared past while navigating the deep, painful scars they’ve both been carrying. Unnatural is a dark and suspenseful romance about love, redemption, and the monsters we carry inside.
August 2025 is bringing an exciting mix of romance, suspense, and heart-stopping chemistry that will leave you wanting more. Whether you’re in the mood for a mafia romance, a forbidden college romance, or a magical office comedy, this month’s releases promise to deliver the drama, love, and passion you crave. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable reading experience!
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