If there’s one trope that guarantees instant tension, sparkling banter, and a whole lot of heart, it’s fake dating. There’s just something delicious about two people pretending to be in love… only to realise they might not be pretending anymore. In clean romance, fake dating shines even brighter. Without spice to lean on, the emotionalContinueContinue reading “Fake dating: clean romance recs”
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Brother’s best friend: clean romance recs
There’s a special kind of magic in a brother’s best friend romance. It’s the perfect blend of forbidden tension, long‑standing connection, and that delicious moment when the person you’ve known forever suddenly feels… different. Add in the protective older brother, the secret glances, and the slow build of trust, and you’ve got a trope that’sContinueContinue reading “Brother’s best friend: clean romance recs”
Friends to lovers: clean romance recs
There’s something irresistibly comforting about a friends‑to‑lovers romance. Maybe it’s the shared history, the inside jokes, the slow realisation that the person who’s always been there… might actually be your person. Or maybe it’s the delicious tension of two people who are the last to know they’re perfect for each other. Whatever draws you toContinueContinue reading “Friends to lovers: clean romance recs”
5 star ARC reads from 2025
Here are my 5‑star ARC reads from 2025 — a year absolutely overflowing with swoony, closed‑door romance. These stories gave me all the chemistry, all the heart‑fluttering tension, and all the emotional payoff without ever stepping over the line. If you’re looking for romances that feel tender, uplifting, and deeply satisfying, these are the onesContinueContinue reading “5 star ARC reads from 2025”
Books that captured my heart in 2025
I’ve read just over 100 books this year and here are some of my hand-picked favourites. Note: Yellowstone Heart Song and The Geographer’s Map to Romance aren’t technically closed door. They each have one intimate scene which I feel is mild, discreet and comfortable for a low-spice reader. But if you want 100% closed doorContinueContinue reading “Books that captured my heart in 2025”
My Never-ending TBR
I’ve stacked up a few swoony reads on my TBR and can’t decide which to dive into next… help me choose! These are all fabulous clean / closed door romance reads. Which should I read first? As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Visit my Amazon store for more clean romance recs
Small town enemies to lovers romance
Sparks fly when fate throws this nerdy band girl back into orbit with the bad-boy heartbreaker who humiliated her. As a wedding planner, I thrive on helping dreams come true. I’m orchestrating a breathtaking New Year’s Eve wedding in my hometown. But chaos crashes the party when the DJ bails at the last minute. EnterContinueContinue reading “Small town enemies to lovers romance”
Bell Time back to school promo – 99c!
✏️ Back to school means new students, new chaos… and one very grumpy coworker I was definitely not supposed to fall for. Enemies-to-lovers ✔️ Grumpy sunshine ✔️ Forced proximity ✔️ Opposites attract ✔️ Staffroom drama ✔️ Chemistry off the charts ✔️ 💘 Bell Time is a clean, contemporary romance with all the swoon and onlyContinueContinue reading “Bell Time back to school promo – 99c!”
What’s on my kindle? My TBR right now
I’ve stacked up a few swoony reads on my TBR and can’t decide which to dive into next… help me choose! These are all fabulous clean / closed door romance reads. Drop your vote in the comments! Which should I read first? As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Visit my Amazon storeContinueContinue reading “What’s on my kindle? My TBR right now”
Enemies to lovers small town romance
He sees through her walls. She’s afraid to let him in. But some secrets are worth the risk. Levi Barrett has finally grown up enough to open his dream bakery—but not enough to handle the paperwork. Enter Claire, the island’s newest resident with a gift for numbers and a talent for avoiding personal questions. ClaireContinueContinue reading “Enemies to lovers small town romance”