💕 5 Cozy Romance Reads for Summer

Michelle
Jul 25, 2025
2 min read

Summer days were made for slow mornings, oversized mugs of tea, and getting lost in a love story that warms you from the inside out. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or just looking for something soft and swoony to chill to, we’ve rounded up five romance reads that are perfect for curling up with while it pours outside.

1. Book Lovers by Emily Henry

Enemies to lovers · Bookish banter · Small town charm What’s cozier than a romance between two people who adore books as much as you do? Nora and Charlie’s story is witty, emotional, and full of heart. Plus, the setting — a quirky small town in the summer — is the perfect escape when it’s gloomy outside.

2. The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

Fake dating · STEM setting · Nerdy, sweet tension Smart, funny, and full of slow-burn chemistry, this one’s for fans of rom-coms with heart. Olive and Adam’s fake relationship turns unexpectedly real in all the best ways. Bonus: the academic backdrop adds a cozy “library on a rainy day” vibe.

3. Beach Read by Emily Henry

Grumpy x sunshine · Writers in love · Emotional depth Don’t let the title fool you — this book is a year-round comfort read. January and Gus, both writers with different styles, swap genres and slowly unravel each other's walls. It's tender, funny, and quietly healing — ideal for a rainy afternoon.

4. The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas

Slow burn · Fake dating · Travel + family drama. If you love a good slow-build romance with plenty of tension and swoon-worthy moments, this one’s for you. Catalina needs a fake boyfriend for a wedding in Spain... and Aaron just might be perfect for the role. You’ll be hooked before the first thunderclap.

5. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover

Emotional · Powerful · Hopeful romance a more serious romance that hits deep and lingers long after the last page. Lily’s journey is raw and inspiring, with moments of both heartbreak and healing. It’s the kind of story that’s best read under a blanket, with tissues nearby and rain tapping softly on your window.