Penguin Must-Read Romance Books In 2025
Discover the most anticipated romance novels of 2025, perfect for summer reading. From enemies-to-lovers to fantasy romances, this list has something for every romance enthusiast.
Atmosphere
Set in the 1980s NASA space shuttle program, Atmosphere follows Joan Goodwin, a passionate physicist and astronaut trainee, as she navigates friendship, love, and ambition among the stars. more ...
Great Big Beautiful Life
A dazzling, sweeping novel by Emily Henry, blending heartfelt romance with vivid storytelling that captures the complexity of life and love. more ...
One Golden Summer
A poignant summer escape to Barry’s Bay where photographer Alice reconnects with her past, her grandmother, and a captivating man who sees her in a way no one else does. more ...
The Re-Write
A witty lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers rom-com where two exes must confront their past and a looming deadline when Temi ghostwrites Wale’s memoir. more ...
Notes on Infinity
An epic love story set against the high-stakes world of a Harvard biotech startup, where two brilliant students chase immortality and face the cost of ambition and success. more ...
Consider Yourself Kissed
A poignant and witty love story following Coralie, an Australian woman navigating love, family, and self-identity over ten years in London amid political and social upheaval. more ...
Riding the High
In this steamy third novel of the Silver Pines Ranch series, a newly appointed sheriff and a congressman’s daughter hide their impulsive Vegas marriage, only to find their accidental union turning da… more ...
A Curse Carved in Bone
In this thrilling Norse-inspired fantasy romance finale, a shield maiden battles prophecy, betrayal, and war to shape her own destiny and protect her people. more ...
The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny
A sweeping, lyrical novel about two young Indian immigrants whose lives and love intersect across continents, exploring family, identity, and the search for happiness in a modern world. more ...
Open, Heaven
A lyrical debut novel by Irish poet Seán Hewitt, exploring the intense and transformative first love between two sixteen-year-old boys in a remote English village. more ...
Silver Elite
In a divided dystopian world, powerful psychic Mod Wren Darlington must infiltrate an elite military unit to aid a rebellion while navigating deadly secrets and a fiery romance with her commanding officer. more ...
As we step into 2025, romance novels continue to captivate readers with their ability to transport us to worlds filled with love, passion, and escapism. This curated list from Penguin highlights the must-read romance books of the year, showcasing a diverse range of stories that promise to enchant and entertain. Whether you're drawn to the thrill of enemies-to-lovers dynamics, the charm of second-chance romances, or the allure of fantastical love stories, these titles are sure to satisfy your cravings for heartfelt narratives. Notable authors like Taylor Jenkins Reid and Emily Henry return with fresh tales, while new voices emerge to add depth and variety to the genre. Each book offers a unique perspective on love, relationships, and personal growth, making them perfect companions for lazy summer days or cozy nights in. Dive into this collection and find your next favorite romance that will leave you swooning and dreaming of happily-ever-afters.