Even if you don’t have a partner, Valentine’s Day is the perfect day for some self-care, whether that’s eating lots of chocolate bars, buying yourself flowers, reading romance novels or all of the above. Personally, I love curling up on my couch with a good romance novel, and as an avid reader, I’m sharing some of the best books to read on Valentine’s Day. From literature classics like “Wuthering Heights” to Netflix adaptations like “The People We Meet on Vacation,” shop my top picks below. You’re guaranteed to either gush and say “aww” or cry your eyes out.
14 Romance Novels to Shop on Amazon
- Is It Better to Speak or Die?: I recently read “Call Me By Your Name” by Andre Aciman, and it made me want to spend a summer in the Italian Riviera. A story of obsession, passion, romance and recklessness, Elio has fallen in love with Oliver, a summer guest in his parents’ mansion. But are the two destined to be together? — $9
- Okay? Okay: After reading John Green’s “The Fault in Our Stars” in high school, I cried like a baby. Hazel and Augustus are both on borrowed time, suffering from terminal illnesses. But after meeting, nothing but love matters — $8
- Love Is a Great Beautifier: Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” is a classic coming-of-age story about four sisters navigating life, love, sacrifice and dreams as they transition from childhood to adulthood — $9
- He’s More Myself Than I Am: With the movie adaptation starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi premiering before Valentine’s Day, “Wuthering Heights” is the perfect romantic read. This 1847 classic literature novel by Emily Brontë follows two families, obsession, romance and turbulent relationships — $9
- Classic Literature: Another classic literature piece, Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” explores the complexities of romance, familial relationships and society — $7
- Netflix Adaptation: The movie adaptation of “People We Meet on Vacation” starring Tom Blyth and Emily Bader is currently one of the top Netflix films right now, so it only makes sense to read the novel by Emily Henry. The story follows best friends Poppy and Alex as the two share a summer vacation one last time to rekindle their spark — $8
- Fantasy Romance Novel: If you love fantasy and romance, “A Court of Silver Flames” is the perfect blend. Nesta and Cassian face a world plagued by war and past horrors, and the only way they can keep the peace in their world is by uniting together — $8
- Timeless Story: You may have seen the classic romance movie “The Notebook,” but have you read the novel by Nicholas Sparks? Snag this copy for less than $10. It’s heartbreaking, romantic, funny and timeless — $10
- Vampire Romance: Vampires and romance? Sign me up! “Twilight” by Stephenie Meyer is a classic, and after you read the book, you can binge-watch all five movies — $9
- Two Worlds, One Love: “Part of Your World” is like a Hallmark romance movie in a book. The story follows Alexis Montgomery, a sophisticated, wealthy city girl and ER doctor, who falls for Daniel Grant, who is her complete opposite: a carpenter and 10 years younger than her. They’re from two different worlds, but can they work things out? — $10
- On the Ice: A New York Times bestseller and now a top show on HBO Max, “Heated Rivalry” is an enemies-to-lovers story about two professional hockey stars who are enemies on the court but lovers in private — $15
- Team Conrad or Jeremiah?: If you spend a lot of time binge-watching romance shows, then you may have heard of “The Summer I Turned Pretty.” The book-turned-television-series follows Belly, who loves the summer season. But one summer with Jeremiah and Conrad changes everything — $7
- Fake Romance: Another hockey love story, “Sweet Collide” follows a woman seeking revenge on pro hockey star Aiden Slate, only to end up in a fake relationship with him. But how long can they keep up the facade? — $6
- It’s a Supernatural Love Story: Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan? I can’t wait to read “Remain.” Tate Donovan is a summer guest at a friend’s home in Cape Cod when he meets Wren, a woman who challenges his perception of the world — $15
