Modern love is swoon-worthy, but there’s nothing like when passion and the past unite in historical romance books. A Love So True’s historical romance book coverage highlights standout romances from the Medieval era, the Old West, the regency, the Victorian era, and other time periods.
Are you an Outlander fan who wants to read about highland passion? Medieval romance books are full of sexy Scots, epic battles, and commanding alpha males.
Love romances set within the context of societal pressure from the scheming ton? Then regency romances such as Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton books or the works of Sarah McLean, Lisa Kleypas, or Eloisa James will sweep you off your feet. And regency romance isn’t just hetero, either—the regency romance subgenre is also full of queer romance by writers like Olivia Waite, Cat Sebastian, and Tess Bowery.
Or perhaps you love a man on horseback? Cowboy romance books set in the Wild West are filled with action and passion against an epic landscape.
Regardless which era you prefer, our historical romance coverage recommends reads that will sweep you off your feet and soothe your heart.
Who needs dashing dukes?
These addicting romance novels will have you yearning for a Darcy of your own.
By Sara Barry
“He wanted her with everything he had—every heartbeat, every breath, every empty moment she wasn’t by his side.” —Darcy Burke
These hot tales of transgressive love will leave you sweating.
By G.G. Andrew
First comes marriage, then comes love.
By Olivia Mason
Only the best recs for our Dearest Gentle Readers.
Grab a cuppa and a good book.
If you're looking for LGBTQ+ friendly material that spans across all romance sub-genres, Alexis Hall is for you.
Just because the dates are fake doesn’t mean the feelings are.
Western romance doesn’t get much better than this.
Is it hot in here, or is it just us?
Wherever these families go, trouble and passion are quick to follow.
By Olivia Mason
Prepare for battle with a sexy desperado at your side.
These books will leave you longing for the great outdoors.
“There are some things that are as ancient as time, and knowing when a man desires you is one of those.” ―Jude Deveraux
Love is the best medicine in these hurt/comfort stories.
Elizabeth and Darcy aren't the only Regency lovers worth swooning over.
By Olivia Mason