Romance Release Radar: August 2025

August is shaping up to be a standout month for romance readers, with fresh releases that promise all the emotional depth, sizzling chemistry, and irresistible tension we crave. Whether you're in the mood for a sweet second chance, a slow-burn rivals-to-lovers arc, or a darkly compelling antihero, there's a story here ready to sweep you off your feet. 

From windswept ships to viral scandals, these five upcoming titles deliver drama, desire, and unforgettable characters. Here are my top August romance picks—get ready to fall in love. 

Well, Actually

by Mazey Eddings

5th August | Second Chance

Eva Kitt never planned to go viral—especially not for publicly roasting her ex on air. But when her petty callout of internet darling Rylie Cooper explodes online, she’s suddenly the centre of a very public redemption arc... one that involves fake dating the man who once broke her heart.

He wants to prove he’s changed. She wants to ruin his reputation (and maybe boost her own). But as the line between performance and real feelings starts to blur, Eva has to decide if a second chance is worth the risk.

Perfect for fans of messy exes, sharp-tongued heroines, and slow-burn sparks you can’t look away from.

Handsome Devil

by L.J. Shen

12th August | Dark Mafia

When Gia Bennett agrees to marry her ruthless boss to save her mother, she knows she’s stepping into a cage. What she doesn’t expect is how much she’ll crave the monster holding the key. Tatum Blackthorne lives for control, vengeance, and watching Gia burn—but in this deadly game of power and obsession, the lines between punishment and passion blur fast.

As a Mafia war ignites and secrets rise from the ashes, Gia and Tatum must decide: is it still revenge if they’re both willing to bleed for each other?

Dark, twisted, and sinfully addictive—this enemies-to-lovers romance is not for the faint of heart.

Falling Into Place

by Allison Ashley

19th August | Medical Romance

Carly Porter is used to playing it safe. But when a career-changing opportunity lands in her lap—giving a high-profile makeover to a reclusive doctor—it’s too good to pass up. The catch? The bachelor in question is her best friend’s older brother… and the boy she once knew is long gone.

Brooks isn’t looking for love, or headlines. Still grieving a private loss, he agrees to the project for his sister’s sake—never expecting his stylist to be the one person who might reach him. As sparks fly and walls come down, Carly must decide if risking her heart is worth the chance at something real.

A tender, second-chance romance about healing, hope, and finding love in the last place you expect.

Wish You Were Here

by Elle McNicoll

26th August | Enemies to Lovers

Allegra Brooks is TV’s newest It Girl—brilliant, beloved, and secretly autistic. All she wants is a break from the spotlight and a taste of normal, which leads her straight to Lake Pristine’s quiet book festival. But instead of peace, she finds herself clashing with Jonah Thorne, the brooding bookseller who runs the whole event and clearly wants nothing to do with her.

As tensions rise in public, Allegra finds solace in private—through witty, heartfelt emails with a mysterious bookseller who seems to understand her better than anyone. The twist? He might just be the same man she's feuding with face to face.

Sweet, smart, and emotionally resonant, this rivals-to-lovers romcom is for anyone who’s ever wanted to be seen for exactly who they are.

Gabriella and His Grace

by Lina De La Rosa

26th August | Historical Romance

Fiery heiress Gabriela Luna Valdés is no stranger to scandal—or escape. But when her latest adventure lands her aboard a ship bound for Mexico, she’s met with an unexpected complication: Sebastian Brooks, the brooding, near-broke Duke who has his own reasons for making the voyage.

What starts as a marriage of convenience (with a side of mutual loathing) quickly gives way to undeniable chemistry. But with reputations at stake and secrets between them, navigating desire might just be more dangerous than crossing the ocean.

A sweeping historical romance full of banter, bold heroines, and a love that defies society’s rules.

With stories that range from swoony and heartfelt to dark and deliciously dramatic, August's romance releases are serving something for every kind of reader. Whether you're drawn to enemies-to-lovers chaos, emotional healing arcs, or bold heroines rewriting the rules, these books are here to deliver the feels.

Have a favorite on this list—or one I missed? Drop it in the comments, and let’s build the ultimate romance TBR together. Happy reading, and may your August be filled with just the right amount of angst, banter, and happily-ever-afters.

Happy reading

Eve x

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