F1 Romance Books You Must Read

Lights out, start your engines and fall in love

Wide eyes and a wildly beating heart are the usual sentiments when it comes to watching Formula 1. From a helmeted stare-off to the squealing of tires and the roaring of engines, the racing sport is usually packed with high-octane drama, which makes it the perfect plot for romance books. Whether you’re a Drive to Survive convert or a longtime fanatic, there’s no denying that the thrill of competition paired with stolen moments in the paddock is pure romance gold. So, if you’re looking to turn into something between race weekends, then we suggest diving into Formula 1-based romance books—these are the stories that will scratch a very specific itch. And, there’s no better time than now to fall in love with these books.

Fast-paced and deliciously dramatic as the races themselves, these books tackle forbidden romance, enemies-to-lovers tensions, slow burns, aching tension, and so much more. So, if you’ve been dreaming of F1 drivers lately, it’s time to daydream some more with these F1 romance books. Because honestly? There’s nothing more romantic than someone who’d risk it all for the win and love.

For those searching for other sports romance, take a look at our curated guide on the best hockey romance books. If you’re looking for page-turners to devour then also check out our best books of January, February, March and April 2025—all of which are brimmed with a slew of genres that’ll keep you engrossed even on monotonous days.

Here are F1 romance books that are making hearts race this season:

Lights Out

Jenni Fletcher

Brimmed with angst, tension and fun, Lights Out follows Maisie Evans, a psychology student, desperate to break into the world of racing sport. And, the only way to do it is by fake dating F1’s bad boy, Giovanni Bauer, who is determined to turn his reputation around fast by being in a stable relationship. But as sparks fly on and off the track, will their ‘relationship’ see them cross the line together, or crash and burn?

Out of Control

K. Bromberg

Oliver Rossi is Formula 1’s notorious villain—untouchable, unpredictable, and completely off-limits. But when his teammate’s sister sees through his rough exterior, their chemistry sparks into a secret romance. What begins as lust quickly deepens into something real. She’s ready to risk everything for a future with him—but is Oliver ready to leave his bad boy image behind and fight for love, or will their story crash before it ever really begins?

Cross The Line

Simone Soltani

When Formula 1 driver Dev Anderson’s life is on the line, he turns to Willow, his best friend’s little sister, to help reframe his image. There’s just one problem: they can’t get their minds off each other, especially after their electric kiss from the year before. Determined to keep things professional, they both decide to never cross that line, but their blazing chemistry just keeps getting in the way.

Falling Off The Cliff

Kanitha P.

When Thiago Valencia’s future in F1 gets tarnished, he insists that a mysterious woman, Kamari to help him save his career by being his fake girlfriend. But when the game of lies, secrets, and desire gets too much for them, the unexpected happens, veering them off the grid, and neither of them is prepared for what’s coming.

Redeemed

Lauren Asher

After a scandal ruins F1 driver Santiago Alatorre’s career, he retreats from the spotlight—until Chloe Carter unexpectedly shows up, turning his world upside down. What starts as a fake relationship to fix his image soon becomes something real, but Santiago’s inner demons may be his biggest obstacle. Chloe, on a journey to connect with her past, never planned to fall for a broken man with secrets. But the heart doesn’t always follow the rules—especially when love starts to feel anything but pretend.

Drive Me Wild

Carly Robyn

In Drive Me Wild, marketing manager Josie Bancroft is focused on healing post-breakup—not falling for her charming, off-limits coworker, F1 driver Theo Walker. But resisting him is easier said than done, especially when their chemistry is undeniable. As Theo fights to keep his spot on the team and Josie tries to stay in control of her heart, they must decide if they’re willing to take a chance on something real. A fun, flirty F1 rom-com full of heat, humor, and heart.

Pole Position

Rebecca J. Caffery

Red, White & Royal Blue meets Formula 1 in this rivals-to-lovers sports romance. Kian Walker, a four-time F1 champion with a complicated family legacy, is forced to team up with Harper James—the bold, cocky rookie shaking up the grid. Sparks fly and tensions rise as the two opposites are thrown together on and off the track. Racing may be dangerous, but nothing feels riskier to Kian than getting close to Harper.