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10 romances that get under your skin... then make you say amen
From unholy desires to timeless love—see what everyone’s reading.

Hi everyone,
The people have spoken. Here are this month’s 10 most-read stories, including:
🔥 Vicious Flames – romantasy for Fourth Wing or Harry Potter fans (but spicier)
🖤 Under Your Skin – and maybe under mine too 👀
⛪ Take Me to Church – a deliciously unholy read by the one and only Titus Androgynous (writer, drag king, icon)
These beauties are free for a limited time, so grab ‘em now!
Still holding strong at #1 of all time: The Secret About Time ⏳— and if you’ve already read it (or even if you haven’t), don’t forget to check out the other book in the series: Simply a Matter of Time. Bonus: author Kathryn K. Murphy is cooking up a new time travel romance, so consider this your pre-game.
And because some of you like your stories spicy 🌶️, keep an eye out for Sunday night’s email: short, sexy, and definitely not safe for church.
With love,
Parneet
(Co-founder, Theo Reads)
By Kathryn K. Murphy (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Small Town, Enemies to Lovers, Romantic Suspense) He’s lived a century. She’s barely unpacked. On Brightrock Island, time doesn’t tick like it does on the mainland. When a newcomer stumbles into this secretive, ageless community, sparks fly—but love on the island comes with rules. “This is the kind of story I love because it’s not your normal romantic setting, but still classic in every way. I would love to read more stories set in this world.” - LionH |
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By Dasha Sogoloff (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Enemies to Lovers, Enemies to Lovers, Romantasy) After developing a lethal magical gift, Valeria knows she’ll be a target if her secret gets out. Attending a prestigious magical college, she faces endless danger and intrigue. Knox, her vengeful enemy, stalks her, gearing to attack. Shaw, her seductive rival, threatens to unravel her world. With dubious allies as her shield and a hidden power as her sword, Valeria must navigate a treacherous path. She learns that survival demands more than power; it demands allies, luck, and unyielding resolve. “Creative and hot! I was captivated by the characters and this new world. I want the next book immediately! Best fantasy romance I’ve read in a long time.” - Anonymous |
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By Sinclair Sexsmith (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Erotic Romance, Dominant & Submissive, FFM) Handsome and dominating, Harrison navigates San Francisco's BDSM scene seeking his perfect match. When he meets Sidra and Addie—two submissives who awaken both his dominant desires and his heart—he faces a choice. Should he choose one perfect partner? Will he dare to build the leather family of his dream? “Oooh, dramatic tension. Much more depth of feeling and complexity than the quotidian, and I like it.” - LaurenPBurka |
By Titus Androgynous (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Strangers, Lesbian) In a vibrant Toronto neighborhood, Sarah encounters Em, a charismatic and androgynous pilot. She finds herself captivated by Ems confidence and charm, leading to an intimate connection that challenges her perceptions and awakens new desires. Somebody leave a review for this amazing story, stat! |
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By Cecilia Tan (🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Sex Magic, Erotic fantasy, Gay) In a fantasy world where the lust of male for male fuels Night Magic, Prince Kenet lives a sheltered life. Isolated from the war that threatens the kingdom, he and his whipping boy Jorin are of age, but still sneak forbidden pleasures in their bed at night. When a dark mage tries to bespell Kenet into sexual submission, the prince and his boy are thrust into the world of intrigue, sex, and war. |
By Karmen Lee (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Contemporary Romance, Second Chances) When Yvonne Cummins agreed to go to her ten-year high school reunion, she had assumed the worst; watery punch, fake laughter, and reliving just how unpopular she had been. She certainly never expected Blaine Rockwell to come waltzing back into her life with his perfect face, perfect body, and disarmingly sweet smile. Yvonne had spent the past ten years trying to forget the boy who had broken her heart, but all it took was one look from him for her to realize just how futile her attempt had been. |
By Author (🌶️ Alpha, Enemies to Lovers, Shifters & Werewolves) A dark urban paranormal erotic romance, Bought By The Wolf follows Onya, a half-shift rabbit shifter, as she navigates a treacherous world of predators and their prey. Sold to a wealthy werewolf, Onya is swept into a whirlwind of desire and danger, where the lines between pleasure and pain blur. This is a short, quick, hot read ending in a cliffhanger with many more seasons ahead. (Read the next story in the series: Overwhelmed By the Wolf) |
By Shannyn Schroeder (🌶️🌶️ Contemporary Romance, Forced Proximity) Norah O'Malley is home for the first time in ten years—single and pregnant—so romance is the last thing on her mind. Too bad her heart has other ideas when she lays eyes on her brother's tattooed, grumpy, and entirely too sexy boss. But all the chemistry in the world won't help Norah with the hard decisions she needs to make—or help her prove to Kai that happy endings really can happen. |
By Megan Hart (🌶️🌶️🌶️ Love Triangle, Forbidden Love, Husband’s Best Friend) “I thought I had everything—a devoted husband, James. A beautiful home by the lake. A perfect life. Then, Alex showed up, and everything changed. My husband’s best friend was only supposed to stay for a few weeks, but what began as a carefree summer quickly spiraled into a complex dance of passion and hidden truths. Our innocent fun soon unraveled into something deeper, forcing me to confront secrets about my husband…and myself. What happens when you have everything? You have everything to lose.” |
By Sinclair Sexsmith (🌶️🌶️🌶️ One Night Stand, Dominant & Submissive) “I’m going to do whatever I want.” By now, I have my hand over her mouth. My arm is pressed up against the plaster wall; the paint is scratchy and the plaster is cold. The curves of her — hips, ass, ribs — against my body are warm. “And you’re going to do whatever I say.” |