It’s getting hot in here, it’s time to take off all your clothes
While those living in the real world steer well clear of engaging in risque sexcapades, that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy exploring them fictionally. Whether you’re looking for good girl praises, a certain type of hunky man or just a little spicy, we’ve curated a guide for you on the steamiest romance books to read in 2024.
With off-the-charts chemistry, endless eye candies and tons of bumping and grinding, these are the books that burn bright and wild within the steamy and romance world. Trust us, these books will get the sparks flying on your next date night — if you’re looking for inspiration.
All the steamy romance books you need to read in 2024:
Lost and Lassoed
Lyla Sage
There’s nothing better than hating sex—especially when the fighting turns into being pinned against the hard surface of a well. If you’re enticed now, wait until you read this enemies-to-lovers book. If you live for chaos, angst and banters, this is for you. The book follows Teddy Anderson who ends up working with her best friend’s older brother, Gus Ryder (who she hates) for the summer — while she figures out what she wants out of life.
The Striker
Ana Huang
Whether it’s on a barre, in bed, in front of a mirror or on a desk, The Striker will fulfil any hot fantasies you have. The book follows Asher Donovan, a football legend who is forced to train with Scarlett DuBois, his rival’s little sister and a prima ballerina—someone who is completely off-limits. What he didn’t anticipate was to want to get her under his sheet and fall in love.
Leather & Lark
Brynne Weaver
Not for the faintest of heart, this dark romance book is brimmed with dark humour, spice and serial killer vibes. From the use of vibrators to an erotic moment in a public bathroom, this marriage of convenience books follows contract killer Lachlan and indie singer-songwriter Lark as they navigate their dark, bloody world and tumultuous relationship.
Face Off
Chelsea Curto
“You said you wanted me on my knees. And, I’ve always liked being a good boy” — if you’re dreaming of a good boy, then don’t skip this hunky read. The Face Off is a sports hockey romance with hilarious banters, a wealth of tension and tons of feminism tropes that will leave you feeling empowered in the bedroom and professionally.
Fragile Sanctuary
Catherine Cowles
If your heart lies in small-town romances, then try Catherine Cowles’ first novel in her new series, Sparrow Falls — where spice meets mystery and romance. From begging encounters, headboard grabbing, praises and wrist-tying action, this book is filthy good. This enemies-to-lovers book follows Rhodes and her brother’s best friend, Anson — a sexy, grumpy contractor who can’t stop themselves from falling into each other’s arms.
The Devious Husband
Catherina Maura
If you need a man to say “You’re such a good wife” and “You’re mine”, then stick around for this angsty, enemies to lovers. This book follows Xavier Kingston who gets into an arranged marriage with the girl he’s secretly loved for years. The hiccup? Sierra Windsor despises her hot billionaire, business rival turned husband. So, expect to see sex scenes filled with hate tension, banters and risque moments.
Play Along
Liz Tomforde
From good girl and boy praises, intense dry-humping scenes and an iconic, hot bathroom encounter, Play Along will satisfy your hunger for steamy romances. Peppered with marriage inconvenience, he fell first and “play along” tropes, this book can gear you up for some fun in the sheets.
Fall With Me
Becka Mack
If you’re looking for begging moments, good girl praises and learning how to handle a hockey stick, then there’s no reason not to dip your feet into this book. Fall With Me follows Lennon Hayes, the Vancouver Viper’s newest photographer, who found herself tumbling into bed with a grumpy tattooed man. She didn’t expect to show up at her new job and see the defenseman scowling at her from across the room. Despite it being a one-night stand, these two can’t help falling for each other other day after day and trust when we tell you their sex scene is chef’s kiss.
The Wingman
Stephanie Archer
For those shy girls who are trying to learn new ways to revamp their sex life with toys or just in general, then this book is just for you. The Wingman is a steamy hockey romance, where the heartthrob teaches his leading lady how to orgasm and have a good time in the sheets. With a little bumpin’ and grindin’, this is the best book if you’re a newbie.
King of Sloth
Ana Huang
Nothing is spicier than seeing a high-powered publicist falling in love with her hot, charming billionaire client. And, what’s even hotter, is their titillating tension and erotic moments together. If you love a smutty office room bumping and grinding or a promiscuous rendezvous in a prestigious club’s restroom then it’s time to add this bad boy to the cart. Trust us, when we say you’ll swoon over Xavier Castillo and the charming ways he lets his girl reach her peak.
Wild Love
Elsie Silver
Starring the world’s hottest billionaire in a quaint small town aka Ford Grant, Wild Love is filled to the brim with angst, banter and sexual tension. Whether they’re grinding up against each other on their office desks or taking the filthy route in the bedroom, this brother’s best friend’s steamy romance ticks all the boxes if you’re looking for a little spice and good girl praises. And, if you love sexy verbal sparring in and out of the bedroom then this needs to be on your list of books to devour.
The Dixon Rule
Elle Kennedy
“Get on your knees, Diana” — if that doesn’t get your mind and gears turning, then nothing will. The Dixon Rule is made for all the sports girlies out there who are dreaming about their athlete man. This book will make you leave all your feminine power at the door but in a good way. Expect some spicy escapades that will leave you kicking and giggling. Dotted with witty humour, fake dating and sexy pitter-patters, this needs to be on your TBR list.
God of War
Rina Kent
If there’s one thing Rina Kent can do right tremendously it is writing copious amounts of will-they-won’t-they tension. Just like her other books, God of War has next-level passionate moments that are guaranteed to get your heart racing.
Swift and Saddled
Lyla Sage
Whether it’s in the kitchen, up against the mirror or the wall, or even just in the classic bedroom, Swift And Saddled sees no boundaries when it comes to sexy time. Stacked with opposites attract and forced proximity, you’ll love reading city girl Ada fall in love with her hunky boss Weston Ryder — the local cowboy. If small-town romances are your gig, then don’t skip this.
Loving Romeo
Laura Pavlov
If you’re looking for a basic entry into the smut world, then this is our go-to pick. Dotted with fluff, this small-town romance covers heartbreak, falling in love and provocative scenes that will have you swooning and stimulated. The book follows a grumpy small-town boxer who meets a sunshine girl that he can’t seem to stay away from despite their pasts colliding with each other. Expect to see one-liners such as these “Your body turns me on so much it won’t matter what you do” and ‘Are you as sweet as I think you are”.
The Predator
Runyx
“I want you out of my system” is the heated, carnal atmosphere this dark romance vibrates — and if that doesn’t thrill you, then we still suggest you stick around, because you will see stars behind your closed eyelids after reading this book. Peppered with spicy, I-want-to-but-I-don’t scenes, this enemies-to-lovers has all the drama and spice you’d need to keep you entertained. Despite it not being a 2024 new release, it’s still one of our top contenders.
Heartless
Elsie Silver
It’s no surprise to see Elsie Silver twice on a list — she’s the queen of spicy, small-town-romances. Despite it being a 2022 released book, this single-dad romance will leave you kicking and giggling — it’s worth a read and a reread. With lingering touches, good girl praises and unbearable angst, this book follows Willa, a mouthy, beautiful woman who has to nanny for the world’s grumpiest, dad. Whether you’re looking for a sizzling kitchen scene or a hot tub salacious moment, this book has it all.
Wildfire
Hannah Grace
If you couldn’t put down Icebreaker by Hannah Grace, we’re sure you will be similarly enthralled with her follow-up romance book, Wildfire. Peppered with fluff, sweet moments and intense spicy scenes, this latest book in the Maple Hills series follows Russ Callaghan and Aurora Roberts —two summer camp counsellors— who reignite their flames after a sizzling one-night stand. If you’re looking for good girl praises such as “You’re taking it so well, sweetheart” and “That’s it, good girl” then this is the book for you.
