1. “A Certain Appeal” by Vanessa King

For Fans of Pride and Prejudice, this quirky contemporary introduces readers to a modernized and completely reimagined Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.

With hilarious and heartfelt side characters, “A Certain Appeal” takes place in modern day New York, where burlesque performer Liz meets the cold, aloof businessman Will Darcy.

This cheesy romance is the perfect de-stressor to turn off your brain after a long day.

2. “The People We Meet on Vacation” by Emily Henry

Looking for a little escapism? Look no further than Emily Henry’s “The People We Meet on Vacation”. Now adapted into a hit Netflix movie, this charming Rom Com introduces audiences to Poppy, a wild-child vacation blogger with an “insatiable wanderlust” and homebody English teacher Alex.

Despite having nothing in common, these two hit it off during a road trip home from college one summer and become the best of friends. Every summer since then, they take a vacation together and only get closer and closer after every trip. That was until two summers ago, when everything was ruined.

Join the two adventurers as the course of fate drags them back together, this time for good.

3. “Butcher and Blackbird” by Brynne Weaver

Ever thought to yourself, “rom-coms are great, but I just wish they were a little more murder-y?”

Look no further than “Butcher and the Blackbird” by Brynne Weaver. In this serial killer romance, we meet rival serial killers, Sloane and Rowan, who through a chance encounter form an unlikely bond as they travel the country hunting other murderers.

This twisty page-turner will have you questioning how a book about two serial killers falling in love can be as wholesome as cookies and cream ice cream.

4. “My Roommate is a Vampire” by Jenna Levine

Cute, Cozy, and utterly romantic, “My Roommate is a Vampire” by Jenna Levine invites readers into the odd, antiquated, yet shockingly pleasant apartment of Frederick J. Fitzwilliam and Cassie Greenberg.

When Cassie, down on her luck as a local artist, was in desperate need of a roof over her head and on the brink of eviction from her current apartment, Frederick’s somewhat quirky ad in the paper seemed almost too good to be true. Deciding to take the risk, Cassie agrees to move in with the absolute stranger who seemed to be right out of a regency era novel.

This sweet and low-stakes romance expertly addresses the experience of feeling completely out of place and hopelessly behind, as well as the wonderful breakthrough of finding someone who loves you for you.

5. “If Not for My Baby” by Kate Golden

This Hozier-themed romance between a backup vocalist and star singer is heart-meltingly sweet and will leave you begging for more when all is said and done.

After being presented with the incredible opportunity to be a backup vocalist for Irish megastar Halloran, Clementine Clark at first wants to reject the offer and stay in her tiny Texas town. But after being offered an irresistible paycheck, she makes the decision to finally go with the flow for once and abandon her small hometown for dazzling lights, sold out stadiums, and the even more dazzling Thomas Patrick Halloran.

6. “Assistant to the Villain” by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

Last but certainly not least, “Assistant to the Villain” by Hannah Nicole Maehrer is one of the most charming romantasies you’ll ever read.

This story introduces readers to a fun, loving setting and hilarious cast of characters, in addition to an enlightening dual-perspective.

Reminiscent of Brian Helgeland’s, “A Knight’s Tale” starring Heath Ledger, and Tommy O’Haver’s, “Ella Enchanted” starring Anne Hathaway, this book is a playful spin of the trope of falling in love with the story’s villain.