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Indie Romance Books That I Have Loved

Indie Romance Books That I Have Loved

July 21, 2022 Posted by angelreads Recommendations, Romance Recs 1 Comment

As you may know, I’m doing the Indie Accords Readathon this month – which you can check out more here. So today I thought I would share the indie books I’ve enjoyed reading over the last few years and think that you may like as well.

This list isn’t everything. I have read a lot of indie and self-published books over the last 3 years especially. But these are the ones I’ve really enjoyed and want to share with you all. As I mostly read indie romance books, I’ve decided to just include those in this post today.  

Just a quick note, please check the trigger warnings for each of these books. There are some dark romances, and other triggering content mentioned in some of these books. 

Another thing if it’s a series, I’ve just shared the whole series, rather than each book in the series. If’s a standalone book in a series, with no continuous story, I’ve only shared which book I’ve loved. 

So let’s get into it. These are the indie and self-published romances that I have loved reading. As always these are in no real order. 

Sports Romances 

The Ivy Years by Sarina Bowen | Cold Fury Hockey Series by Sawyer Bennett. | Brooklyn Bruisers by Sarina Bowen | Surrender and Dominate (Harris Brothers #4-5) by Amy Daws.

Until You’re Mine (Fighting For Her #1) by Cindi Madsen | Edge Series by Jennifer Comeaux. | Undone By You (Chicago Rebels #3) by Kate Meader. | The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata.

Dirty Air Series by Lauren Asher | From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata | Kulti by Mariana Zapata.

MC Romances 

Raven Riders by Laura Kaye | Savage Disciples MC by Drew Elyse. | Satan’s Fury MC: Memphis by L. Wilder. | The Kings of Retribution MC, Louisiana Chapter Series by Sandy Alvarez and Crystal Daniels. 

The Fallen Men Series by Giana Darling | Kings of Mayhem MC by Penny Dee.

Dark Romances 

Lord of London Town (Adley Firm #1) by Tillie Cole | Hades Hangmen by Tillie Cole. | Brutal Birthright Series by Sophie Lark. | Hades Series by Tate James. 

The Havoc Boys by C.M. Stunich | Academy of Stardom Series by Bea Paige. | WITSEC Series by Ashley N. Rostek | Mindf*ck Series by S.T. Abby.

Hidden Empire Series by Elizabeth Knight | Unhinged (Necessary Evils #1) by Onley James.

Military Romance 

Flight & Glory Series by Rebecca Yarros | Out of Uniform Series by Annabeth Albert. | The Elite Series by Brooke Blaine and Ella Frank. | 

Contemporary Romances 

Royally Series by Emma Chase | Stage Dive Series by Kylie Scott. | Sailor’s Grave Series by Drew Elyse | Landry Family by Adriana Locke. 

Mad About the Banker (Modern Love #3) by Piper Rayne | It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time by Kylie Scott. | The Birthday List (Maysen Jar #1) by Devney Perry. | Accidentally Married on Purpose (Love and Games #3) by Rachel Harris.

All the King’s Men duology by Kennedy Ryan | Fallen Angel Series by Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine. | True North Series by Sarina Bowen. | Bergman Brothers Series by Chloe Liese. 

Under Locke by Mariana Zapata | The Thalanian Dynasty Series by Katee Roberts. | Becker Brothers by Kandi Steiner | Luna and the Lie by Mariana Zapata.

Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas | Wicked Villains Series by Katee Robert | Marry the Scot Series by Jolie Vines. | Lovelight Farms (Lovelight #1) by B.K. Borison.

Rock Addiction (Rock Kiss #1) by Nalini Singh

New Adult 

Trust by Kylie Scott | Lie to Me by Natasha Preston. 

Fantasy Romance 

Nameless (Nameless #1) by Jennifer Jenkins | A King so Cold (Royals #1) by Ella Fields. | Tin (Faeries of Oz #1) by Candace Robinson and Amber R. Duell. | Drag Me Up (Gods of Hunger #1) by R.M. Virtues.

From Blood and Ash (Blood and Ash #1) by Jennifer L. Armentrout. | Fae Guardians by Lana Pecherczyk | That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon (Mead Mishaps #1) by Kimberly Lemming.

Paranormal Romance 

North of Need (Hearts of the Anemoi #1) by Laura Kaye | Kit Davenport by Tate James. | Lola & the Millionaires: Part One and Two (Sweet Omegaverse #2-3) by Kathryn Moon. | Shadow Beast Shifters by Jaymin Eve.

Their Vampire Queen Series by Joely Sue Burkhart | The Four Horsemen by Laura Thalassa | Emerald Lakes Series by Britt Andrews. | Gifted Academy Series by Michelle Hercules. 

Pack Saint Clair by Thora Woods | The Shifters of Garoureve by Elle M. Drew | The Bonds That Tie Series by J. Bree. | A Demon’s Guide to the Afterlife by Kel Carpenter and Aurelia Jane.

Novella’s 

Birthday Shot by Rilzy Adams | Truth or Dare by Danielle Allen. | Grading Curves by Naima Simone | Ignite (Legacy #0.75) by Rebecca Yarros.

The Mistletoe Motive by Chloe Liese | Creature Cafe Series by Clio Evans. | Me + Somebody’s Son: A Heights Story by Christina C. Jones.

And there we go! Those are just some of the indie romances that I have really enjoyed reading, and hope that you do to. Hae you read any of these? What did you think of them? What are some of your favourite indie and self-published romance books? Let’s Chat! 

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    July 21, 2022 at 1:36 PM

    Your favourite Mariana Zapata?? (please put them in order best to worst)

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April was a very good reading month for me, especi April was a very good reading month for me, especially after last month. I had some really fantastic reads in April. I did do a lot of re-reading this month but I had such blast. I re-read Caught Up and Play Along and the first 4 books in the Ironside Academy series. 📚

I read some books that I’ve been waiting for including the new book from Kels and Denise Stone, as well as the new Tessa Hale. ✨

Overall it was such a good month, lots of binge reading series and starting on some new authors. I’m so excited to see what May brings. 🖤

What was your favourite book that you read in April? 

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IT’S RACE WEEK! 🏎️ If you didn’t know al IT’S RACE WEEK! 🏎️

If you didn’t know already I love F1, have ever since I was younger and decided that this year it would be fun to combined my love for F1 and reading together. 📚

After a week off we are back at it. We are in Miami this week’s and things are only just heating up. This week I’m reading Falling Off the Cliff  Kanitha P.

…

Formula 1 legend in the making and rising star Thiago Valencia is chasing redemption as well as his second World Champion title. With a tarnished reputation and an undetermined future in F1 that hangs by a terribly loose thread, he can’t afford to lose his seat. Thiago is ready to do anything to redeem himself and erase his past mistakes. When a mysterious woman intrudes on his private party in Monte Carlo, he is certain the universe has brought his polar opposite into his life as salvation. He is sunshine, she is moonlight; he is a bright star and she is a moonbeam.

Destiny takes the wheel, steering Kamari into Thiago’s orbit, but her open disdain and closely guarded heart warn her to stay away. Enchanted by her charms, Thiago is intent on melting her freezing barriers and tearing down the walls shielding her heart.

When Kamari agrees to help him save his future by being his fake girlfriend, the unexpected happens, triggered by a game of lies, secrets and desire.

As they plunge towards the finish line, the race veers offtrack and neither of them are ready to fall off the cliff.
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How Race Week Reads Will Work 

On Monday of race week I’ll announce the book I’ll be reading for the week, then throughout the week I’ll be posting stories and my thoughts. And then on Sunday, race day my review and final thoughts will go up.

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A little late but I am finally getting to share Ra A little late but I am finally getting to share Race 5’s Race Week Reads review. This week I read, Downforce (Pit Lane #1) by Hannah Lily.

🏎️ Review 🏎️

I had so much fun reading this book. I knew I was in for a ride as soon as I started Downforce. It was entertaining, fun, and I just had a good time reading it. And while it does explore some heavy topics, I don’t think it took away from the fun nature of the book.

Right from the start, we can see the tension between F1 Presenter, Olivia Fraser and F1 Driver, Jonah Scott. And while silly at times, it was fun seeing them interact together. Both really didn’t like each other. They both had said things about and to one another that sometimes it caused chaos. And I was here for it.

I did find that at times, just silly things happened. I am not a massive rom-com reader, and there was a lot of falling into one another, and arguments stemmed from nothing. This is honestly just because I don’t like these types of scenes, but it didn’t really make me dislike the book at all.

I loved the whole road trip aspect of the book, it’s different from other F1 books I’ve read so far this year and just made for some interesting banter and lust. I do wish that the road trip was a little longer than it was because I did feel like the romance moved pretty quickly here, but again, it didn’t really affect how much I was enjoying the book.

The romance was this combination of being slow burn and full of angst right at the start, to the road trip happening and then bam. But I loved it, though. The banter between Olivia and Jonah was fantastic. I loved seeing them grow not only with one another but with themselves as well.

Overall, I had a great time reading Downforce and will be continuing the series for sure when the other books come out. The romance was angsty and just felt right. The found family aspect really worked well here, and the F1 aspects were pretty okay. Not the best I’ve seen, but not the worst either. If you are looking for a fun read that has a great romance and a little rom-comy, then pick this one up.
I’ve already had a pretty amazing reading year. I’ve already had a pretty amazing reading year. There have been so many books that I have enjoyed but there are some that I have just loved. 🖤

I didn’t realise before I put this post together that all of these books are from authors I’ve read and loved before. There hasn’t been a Rebecca Yarros book that I haven’t rated under 4 Stars. Elsie Silver is just making me love everything that she writes. Wild and Wrangled may be my favourite in the series. 📖

Three rereads also made it to this list. Binding 13 still makes me gasp and smile all at the same time. And Caught Up and Play Along just hit every time. 📚

I’ve honestly had a great year so far and since making this post a few more books I’ve read I’ve ended up loving. It’s going to be hard to pick my favourites at the end of the year that is for sure. ✨

What books have you loved reading this year? Are any books that made my list on yours? Let me know! 

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