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Summer Lovin'

By Skokie Staff Advisory Services

Enjoy one or more of these romance novels this summer and beyond.

  • Wild Life

    2024 by Wei, Opal

    Escape to a remote and rugged island in this steamy romance. Zoey is on a break from her stressful academic program and finds herself staying with recluse Davy, who runs an animal sanctuary. Sparks quickly fly for these two endearing characters. Suggested by Brenna.

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  • The Kiss Countdown

    2024 by Easton, Etta

    An event planner and an astronaut fake a relationship for the holiday season in this upbeat and engaging romance debut, which has excellent character development and STEM at its heart. Great pick for fans of Ali Hazelwood and Denise Williams. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Don't Want You Like a Best Friend

    2024 by Alban, Emma R.

    A delightful queer historical romance debut in which two debutantes distract themselves from having to seek husbands by setting up their widowed parents. Instead, they find their perfect match in each other. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • The Prospects

    2024 by Hoffman, KT

    Let's play ball! This feel-good queer frenemies-to-lovers sports romance debut will delight readers regardless of their relationship to baseball. You can't help but be swept away by this book's infectious joy and likable characters. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Red String Theory

    2024 by Jessen, Lauren Kung

    Artist Rooney Gao and NASA engineer Jack Liu collide in this heartwarming romance set in both New York City and Los Angeles. Likable characters and the meditation on fate vs. free will make this sweet story a great choice for the summer. Suggested by Paul.

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  • Not Bad for a Girl

    2024 by Ryan, Anastasia

    This workplace/mistaken identity comedy is laugh-out-loud funny, all the while tackling issues related to women working in male-dominated fields. Suggested by Rummanah and Sharon.

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  • How You Get the Girl

    2024 by Kelly, Anita

    A sweet slow-burn romance about two basketball coaches who fall for each other on the court. This is a great read for fans of queer romance, asexual representation, and a bit of sports talk. Suggested by Brenna.

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  • Say You'll Be Mine

    2024 by Kumar, Naina

    A charming, slow-burn friends to lovers contemporary romance that has a great deal of emotional depth and Indian culture representation. I loved how this story weaves traditional and modern lifestyles that worked for the characters. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • The Partner Plot

    2024 by Forest, Kristina

    A fun, breezy rom-com that will please fans of fake relationship, friends to lovers, and second-chance romance stories. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Raiders of the Lost Heart

    2023 by Segura, Jo

    Rival archaeologists, Dr. Mejía and Dr. Matthews, must team up on a secret Aztec expedition, or it could leave their careers—and hearts—in ruins. A fun, light romance that totally delivers on the Indiana Jones and The Lost City vibes. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Second Chances in New Port Stephen

    2023 by Alexander, T. J.

    This charming and engaging rom-com about family and second chances includes some angst and a lot of love. Recommended for fans of Alexis Hall and Ashley Herring Blake. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Summer Reading

    2023 by McKinlay, Jenn

    With a cute meeting that every book lover dreams of, a great cast of characters, great banter, emotional depth, and a sizzling romance, this is a perfect romance to read all year around. Great pick for fans of Emily Henry and Mazey Eddings. Suggested by Rummanah.

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  • Forget Me Not

    2023 by Soto, Julie

    Following an optimistic wedding planner and a brooding florist, this second-chance romance is a great pick for readers who enjoy witty banter, clear chemistry, and familiar but entertaining tropes. Suggested by Elise.

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  • That Summer Feeling

    2023 by Morrissey, Bridget

    We really like this one. Uplifting moments of friendship, family, and self-discovery, plus a setting of a summer camp for adults makes this a perfect summer read. Suggested by Amy K. and Susanne.

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  • Fly with Me

    2023 by Burke, Andie

    An opposites-attract sapphic romance that will appeal to fans of the fake-dating romance trope. Although there are plenty of sweet moments and lighthearted conversations, there are also heavier themes of mental health and grief. Suggested by Elise.

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  • Ana María and the Fox

    2023 by De la Rosa, Liana

    A thoroughly enjoyable slow-burn historical romance featuring the French occupation of Mexico. I loved how this novel not only addressed social concerns, but also how Gideon and Ana María had to present themselves in Victorian society as people of color. Suggested by Rummanah.

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