Rom-Com Book Recommendations That’ll Make You Swoon, Giggle, and Stay Up Way Too Late

When I want to escape from reality for a while, where do I turn? Romantic Comedies. In book form, of course. I like to use my imagination to visualize the characters, the swoony moments, the drama, and all the hilariously awkward situations that rom-coms are so good at delivering.

If you’re looking to fall in love with love again—or just want a few laughs with your romance—here are some of my recent favorites:

📚 That Boy by Jillian Dodd


👉 Start the Journey


Let me just start by saying this is Book 1 in an 8-book series that completely sucked me in. I’m a sucker for a good romance, and this one delivers a perfect blend of comedy, drama, and “oh-my-gosh-just-kiss-already” moments. Follow JJ, Danny, and Phillip on their journey through life, love, friendship, and heartbreak. You’ll be binge-reading this one faster than you can say “love triangle.”

That Boy by Jillian Dodd

🔮 The Dead Guy Next Door by Lucy Score (A Riley Thorn Novel)

👉 Get it Here


Riley Thorn’s life is a hot mess—and not just because she’s the lead suspect in a murder. There’s also the little issue of possibly being psychic. (It’s complicated.) When broody Private Investigator Nick Santiago shows up to investigate the crime—and maybe win Riley’s heart—you’re in for a story full of sass, suspense, and serious slow-burn chemistry.

The Dead Guy Next Door by Lucy Score

🍻 The One Night by Meghan Quinn

👉 Read this forbidden romance


Ah, the forbidden romance trope… and this one kicks off in the best possible way: a dive bar. Nora knows Cooper is off-limits (he’s her ex-husband’s best friend—yikes), but sometimes fate doesn’t care about social rules. This one is spicy, funny, and full of will-they-won’t-they tension that makes it impossible to put down.

The One Night by Meghan Quinn

🥃 Whiskey Chaser by Lucy Score (Bootleg Springs Series)

👉 Get started on the series


Yes, I’m giving you more Lucy Score. Because she’s that good. This small-town rom-com kicks off with tomboy Scarlett meeting the dreamboat next door—a recently divorced doctor who’s definitely not ready for her firecracker energy. Add in three overprotective brothers, small-town gossip, and some undeniable tension, and you’ve got a story that’s as charming as it is steamy.

Whiskey Chaser by Lucy Score

Whether you’re reading on the beach, curled up on the couch, or just trying to procrastinate doing the dishes (relatable), these rom-coms will hit the sweet spot every time. Laughs, love, drama, and dreamy book boyfriends await!

Happy reading 💕

Side note: I have a Kindle Unlimited subscription, so that leads a lot of my book choices lately! It’s been worth every penny for me since I subscribed in 2018.

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