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If you liked Rock Hard, here are the top 100 books to read next:
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Save:A gut-wrenching but ultimately hopeful romance about resilience and second chances, with Kleypas’s signature emotional depth. A must-read if you’re looking for a love story that tackles real-life challenges - but check the content warnings first.
I FIRST SAW HIM AT MY BROTHER’S WEDDING, AT THE back of the reception tent. He stood with the insolent, loose-jointed slouch of someone who’d rather spend his time in a pool hall. Although he was well... - #2
Save:A moving, ultimately uplifting romance with real depth, memorable side characters, and perfect for those seeking a story about survival, healing, and love after dark times - just be sure to check the trigger warnings.
I gritted my teeth as the pain shot through my ribs like a knife. Holding my breath I waited for the pain to slowly subside, all the time trying desperately to stay awake. But the office space, even t... - #3
Save:A beautifully written, deeply emotional arranged marriage mafia romance with excellent character development - but be prepared for some truly dark themes. If you like your antiheroes gentle with their heroines and stories of healing, this will likely be your next favorite read.
“You do remember what I told Luca last time I saw him? I doubt he’ll have any kind of interest in working with us after that,” Fabiano muttered, pacing the room. “He will kill me the moment I set foot... - #4
Save:A powerful, moving romance about healing and second chances, with a hero who sets the bar for care and consent - just be ready for some tough themes along the way.
Yes. Yes, she was. She’d come all the way back to Virginia for the hope its free clinic offered, and if this was the only job she could get while she was in town, she should consider herself lucky to... - #5
Save:A drama-packed, slow-burn marriage-of-convenience romance with a strong heroine and an icy hero who slowly melts - perfect for fans of angsty, trope-filled contemporary romance with high steam and lots of heart.
I narrowed my eyes at my friend and coworker. “No. And I don’t look anything like her.” We’d had this conversation already. But Hanna liked to poke at me in that way that only one of your closest frie... - #6
Save:A heart-wrenching, slow burn Irish romance with unforgettable characters and emotional depth - perfect for readers who love long, angsty stories and don't mind waiting for a payoff (and a sequel)! Check content warnings before diving in.
Navy jumper with the Tommen College crest on the breast with a white shirt and red tie. Grey skirt that stopped at the knee, revealing two scrawny, underdeveloped legs, and finishing with tan tights,... - #7
Save:A charming, sweet, and easy-to-read romance brimming with feel-good moments and family warmth - great for fans of low-drama love stories, though not the most exciting if you crave bigger stakes or messier characters.
SAILOR WASN’T SURE WHAT THE hell he was doing at a college party. He was technically still in high school. Okay, not technically. Actually. Not only that, but he was a high school kid with buzz-cut ha... - #8
Save:An angsty, emotional sports romance with real bite - messy, compelling, and impossible to put down if you love slow burn, found family, and damaged but determined characters.
I seek out the dining hall first, using the crappy, copied map the school sent me last month. Athletes are provided a dining plan whether they live on campus or not. Given that I’ve spent the past thr... - #9
Save:A beautifully written but gut-wrenching romance that handles difficult topics with care - essential reading for those who can handle the intensity, but not for the faint of heart. Check trigger warnings!
Monica’s singing in my head. I’m relying on nineties R&B to articulate myself. I’m that hungry. My mouth waters when I think of the huge burrito I was this close to shoveling down my throat before I g... - #10
Save:A surprisingly sweet, slow-burn hockey romance that's as much about healing and self-worth as it is about swoony moments - expect feels, friendship, and growth, with a couple of frustrating bumps along the way.
“Shit,” I said under my breath, looking in dismay at the screen of my laptop. I was in a cafe trying to get my receipts submitted to Frank, my accountant, who had threatened to disown me if I didn’t g...
