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If you liked Unperfect, here are the top 100 books to read next:
- #1
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 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... - #3
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,... - #4
Save:A gorgeously layered office romance with heart, heat, and hope - perfect for readers who want both sizzle and substance.
Pushing back from her desk after shutting down her computer, she stretched to loosen up the kinks, then decided to visit the restroom before heading out to catch the 6:15 bus home. It was a good bet i... - #5
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... - #6
Save:A deeply felt, character-driven contemporary romance with honest mental health insights. Not a fluffy read, but a rewarding one for those who like their love stories raw, redemptive, and realistic.
Millie stood at the very back of the club, her eyes fixed on the stage. If she wasn’t so terrified she would be smiling. But with her level of anxiety at being around this many people, that would be a... - #7
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... - #8
Save:A moving, wounded-hearts find healing romance with real depth and tough topics, but a few pacing and resolution hiccups - best for those who appreciate emotional journeys and don’t mind a side of darkness with their love story.
The real Carrie Ford died five years ago in an automobile accident. She was twenty-five. The age that I am now. We look similar—same pale skin, same blue eyes—but she had gorgeous long red hair, where... - #9
Save:An intense, emotionally charged read with steamy, inventive scenes and a deeper look at healing through trust. Go for it if you want a sexy romance with real stakes, but prepare for some tougher themes along the way.
Music, beer, tie up a willing woman, maybe use a flogger lightly…should be a no-stress evening. Nolan King leaned an elbow on the bar and took a hefty pull of Corona to wash the sawdust from his throa...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Masters of the Shadowlands ) - #10
Save:This is a fast-paced, heartfelt romance with just the right amount of suspense. A strong start to a promising series - pick it up if you want captivating characters, emotional healing, and edge-of-your-seat thrills.
