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Reading Recommendations: Romance

This guide provides the resources to assist you in locating what to read next. Browse the resources below or check with the Reference Librarian at your Delaware Public Library for Reader's Advisory assistance.

The Best Romance Books of the Year

Looking for an escapist love story? Here are 2023’s sexiest, swooniest reads. The New York Times, Dec. 3, 2023.

According to the Romance Writers of America, the main plot of a romance novel must revolve around the two people as they develop romantic love for each other and work to build a relationship together. Furthermore, a romance novel must have an "emotionally satisfying and optimistic ending."

Top Romance Novels 2022