2024 is a big year for romance books fans! Many exciting releases have already hit the shelves, like Abby Jimenez’s “Just for the Summer” and Emily Henry’s “Funny Story.”
But there’s more to come! Authors like Christina Henry and Tessa Bailey are dropping new books later in the year.
And it’s not just them—plenty of other authors are releasing stories, too. There’s something for everyone, from sports romances to tales about foodies falling in love.
So if you’re into romance, 2024 is your year! Here is the list of Most Anticipated Romance Books Coming Out In May 2024
Lavash At First Sight By Taleen Voskuni
Release Date: May 7th, 2024
Lavash at First Sight is a delightful romantic comedy with a delicious Armenian cultural backdrop that explores themes of family, tradition, finding love, and the importance of staying true to yourself.
Twenty-seven-year-old Nazeli “Ellie” Gregorian is a smart, ambitious Armenian-American woman working in tech marketing. She’s getting a little tired of her world—condescending male colleagues, a micromanaging boss, and her ex-boyfriend who she still has to work with.
The Paradise Problem By Christina Lauren
Release Date: May 14th, 202
Christina Lauren’s The Paradise Problem is a steamy new romance novel. The story revolves around two unforgettable characters: Liam Sutton, a buttoned-up heir to a grocery store chain, and Anna Olivetti, his free-spirited artist ex-girlfriend.
There’s a twist! Liam and Anna have to pretend to be back together to claim a massive inheritance.
Sparks fly as they navigate this fake relationship, forced proximity, and their undeniable chemistry.
Chasing Wild
Release Date: May 9th, 2024
This is the second book in The Wilds of Montana book series. It’s a standalone novel but shares the setting with other books in the series.
Chasing Wild is a small-town romance with themes of friendship blossoming into love, a touch of suspense, and the heartwarming feeling of finding a place to belong.
Summer Quinn left her old life behind to find a fresh start in the quaint town of Bitterroot Valley, Montana.
She’s successfully rebuilt her life, owning a flower shop and finding joy in her community. However, unsettling events start to threaten her newfound tranquility.
The Dixon Rule By Elle Kennedy
Release Date: May 14th, 2024
This is the second book in the Campus Diaries series, a spin-off of Kennedy’s popular Off-Campus and Briar U books. It focuses on a new generation of college-aged characters.
Diana Dixon is a competitive ballroom dancer. She is focused on her career goals, juggling multiple jobs and dealing with a persistent ex. She’s not looking for romance.
A Wedding in Lake Como
Release Date: May 14th, 2024.
A Wedding in Lake Como is the third installment in the Meet Me in Italy series by Jennifer Probst.
he novel primarily revolves around the tumultuous past and present relationship between best friends Ava and Maddie.
Their friendship took a serious hit five years ago due to a betrayal surrounding a man.
Source: Goodreads
