Spice, Spice, Baby: Six Books I’m Reading This August
Hey there, romance readers!
I’m excited to share which books made it to the top of my TBR this August. This month will be packed with reverse harems (I can’t resist), dragons, vampires, and a religious rebellion. I definitely don’t need sleep, right?
But before getting started, this is a friendly reminder to be aware of your triggers and to check for any necessary trigger warnings associated with the titles below.
Let’s jump right in and meet the books that are about to become our new favorites.
Den of Vipers by K.A. Knight
In her town, a ruthless and powerful group known as the Vipers runs everything and everyone. Their shady dealings and fearsome reputation make them untouchable, but her father crossed them. He ran up a debt and, to pay it off, he sold her to them.
Now, she belongs to the Vipers in every way imaginable. She may be their possession, but She refuses to be submissive. She’ll make the Vipers regret the day they took her.
This book is available with Kindle Unlimited.
Carnal Urges by J.T. Geissinger
Queens & Monsters, Book Two
The devil has piercing blue eyes, an Irish accent, and holds a profound grudge against her, believing I’m responsible for a war, betrayal, and the death of his men. Despite her innocence, he seeks revenge and takes her as his captive.
As time passes, they realize that there are more intense desires at play than just seeking vengeance. The line between enemies and something deeper becomes blurred, igniting a real war of emotions and passions.
Get your copy of Carnal Urges from Bookshop or check your local library! This book is also available with Kindle Unlimited.
Cruel Seduction by Katee Robert
Dark Olympus, Book Five
Aphrodite plans to seduce her new husband’s best friend, Pandora, to keep him off-balance. Her husband, Hephaestus, retaliates by using Aphrodite’s ex, Adonis, to annoy her. However, their attraction becomes undeniable, and lines become blurred as emotions get entangled. Meanwhile, unrest in Olympus reaches new heights, and the bedroom games may have deadly consequences for themselves, their city, and everyone they’ve come to love.
Get your copy of Carnal Urges from Bookshop or check your local library! This book is also available with Kindle Unlimited.
What book are you most excited to read in August? Tell me in the comments below!
Heartless Heathens by Santana Knox
She’s the headmaster’s prized possession, hidden away in the bell tower of Notre Dame Parochial College. To most students, she’s just a myth, an urban legend.
But then they arrived, heartless outcasts like her. These dangerous men refuse to conform to the school’s twisted rules and its hidden secrets.
Now that they’ve found her, she may never be free again. And maybe she doesn’t want to be.
Get your copy of Heartless Heathens from Bookshop or check your local library! This book is also available with Kindle Unlimited.
The Anti-Hero by Sara Cate
Goode Brothers, Book One
Adam is the eldest son of a prominent preacher in Austin, and he has always lived a virtuous life, maintaining a flawless image and clean reputation. However, everything changes when he discovers his father’s hidden secrets – he’s a VIP member of a local kink club, a liar, a cheater, and a hypocrite. Fed up with being righteous, Adam decides to embrace a different path.
Get your copy of Anti-Hero from Bookshop or check your local library! This book is also available with Kindle Unlimited.
Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas
Birthday Girl follows the story of Jordan, a young woman who moves in with her boyfriend’s father, Pike, for financial reasons. As they live together, an unexpected attraction develops between Jordan and Pike, leading to a forbidden and intense romance.
Get your copy of Birthday Girl from Bookshop or check your local library! This book is also available with Kindle Unlimited.
Thirsty for more book recommendations? Check out What I Read in July.
Don’t forget to share which book you will add to your TBR. Comment below!
Stay spicy,
AJ 💋
