Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it happens to be the one day of the year when it’s completely acceptable to don your finest regency gown (or, you know, your coziest pajamas), pour a glass of wine (or a cup of tea for the historically accurate among us), and swoon over brooding dukes, sharp-tongued heroines, and scandalous ballroom encounters.

If you’re like us, you fell completely in love with all (well, with most) of those wonderful Bridgerton characters. We couldn’t get enough of the whispered gossip, the stolen glances, the undeniable tension, and now there are many of us who are left craving more. 

Yes, we want books that deliver the same level of romance, drama, and delightful escapism. Well, sit back and relax because we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re drawn to slow-burn love stories, swoon-worthy banter, or strong-willed heroines who refuse to play by society’s rules, these books will transport you straight into the glittering world of high society regency-era romance.

Ladies Who Break the Rules: Bold Heroines & Dashing Romances

A Lady’s Guide to Mischief & Mayhem by Manda Collins

This one is for those of you who love historical romance paired with a touch of mystery and witty banter. And did we mention you’re bound to be swept away by the storyline? Get ready for 

A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem featuring the determined journalist Lady Katherine Bascomb and the handsome Detective Inspector Andrew Eversham. It is simply the perfect combination of murder mystery and fun, flirty romance that is bound to leave you breathless!

Picture the scene—England, 1865, not exactly the time when women were expected to write about vulgar topics like crime, but then Lady Katherine isn’t your ordinary type of Lady. When her latest article on a string of murders leads to controversy and a resentful detective, she decides to head to the countryside, only to find herself at the scene of a murder.

Detective Inspector Andrew Eversham is less than pleased to cross paths with Katherine once again. After all, her investigative work nearly jeopardized his career once before, and he refuses to let her disrupt another case. 

Yet, despite his frustration, he can’t ignore the sharp mind behind her reporting—or his growing attraction to her. As the mystery unfolds and a dangerous criminal looms, the pair realize they must set aside their differences to uncover the truth. However, solving the case may not be the only risk they face—falling for each other could be just as dangerous.

A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall

A Lady for a Duke is a captivating historical romance that beautifully explores love, identity, and self-acceptance. This emotional novel with its strong LGBTQIA+ representation is perfect for readers drawn to stories featuring transgender protagonists and themes of love, loss, and rediscovery.

When Viola Carroll realizes that she is believed to have died at Waterloo, she seizes the chance to finally live as her true self. However, this freedom comes at great cost—her wealth, title, and the deep friendship she shares with Justin de Vere, the Duke of Gracewood, has to be left behind.

Years later, fate reunites them and she learns the impact of her actions, and the man Viola once knew is consumed by grief and isolation. Determined to help him heal, she steps back into his life, and as buried emotions resurface and unspoken truths come to light, Viola must decide if following her heart is worth the risk of losing everything once more.

Dukes in Distress: When Love Upends the Most Unshakable Men

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

We absolutely adored this historical romance—it swept us off our feet from page one! Bringing Down the Duke is a must-read for anyone who loves a mix of history, feminism, and a fiercely determined heroine. Get ready for a sizzling tale of passion, politics, and empowerment, all set against the backdrop of the suffragette movement in 1879 England.

Meet Annabelle Archer—a brilliant, penniless vicar’s daughter who’s just secured a coveted place among the first female students at Oxford. But her scholarship comes with a catch: she must help the growing women’s suffrage movement by persuading influential men to support their cause. And at the very top of her list? None other than Sebastian Devereux, the impossibly serious, maddeningly strategic Duke of Montgomery—who practically has Britain’s politics wrapped around his finger.

Annabelle’s biggest challenge? Ignoring the undeniable spark between them, because Sebastian represents everything she’s fighting against.

Sebastian, on the other hand, is not thrilled to find suffragists infiltrating his estate—but the real threat? The breathtakingly stubborn, sharp-tongued Annabelle Archer, who has him questioning everything. He’s looking for a well-bred, proper wife to secure his legacy—not an independent-minded troublemaker who’d rather change the world than waltz in his ballroom.

But Sebastian didn’t get to the top by backing down from a challenge, and if he can navigate Britain’s political landscape, surely he can outmaneuver one determined bluestocking… without losing his heart in the process.

As tensions rise and wills clash, Annabelle is about to discover exactly what it takes to topple a duke—one smoldering glance at a time.

Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare

If you love your historical romances with a dash of adventure, a sprinkle of humor, and a swoon-worthy hero, Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare is an absolute delight! This Regency-era gem is perfect for readers who adore forced proximity, strong-willed heroines, and love stories that unfold in the most unexpected ways.

As the daughter of a famous author, Isolde Ophelia Goodnight grew up believing in fairy tales—knights in shining armor, daring rescues, and grand romances that always ended in happily ever afters. She was sure her own love story would be just as magical.

But as the years passed, reality had other ideas.

Ugly duckling turned into a dazzling swan? Not quite.
Swept away by a dashing highwayman? Sadly, no.
Rescued from drudgery by a charming prince? Ha!

At twenty-six, Izzy has given up on romance. She’ll take a roof over her head and call it a win. But life isn’t done surprising her just yet…

Because sometimes, the best fairy tales aren’t the ones you expect—they’re the ones you never saw coming.

Regency Era Matchmaking

Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma Alban

If you love historical romances that are equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend is the perfect read. Think Bridgerton meets The Parent Trap, but with way more swoon-worthy sapphic romance.

It’s 1857, and Beth has one season to find a rich husband—otherwise, she and her mother will be out on the street. But pretending to be the perfect debutante? Absolute misery. Enter Gwen, a socialite with zero interest in marriage and a flair for mischief. She’s got a brilliant plan: instead of Beth finding a husband, why not parent-trap Gwen’s scandalous earl of a father and Beth’s newly widowed mother? Problem solved!

Except… there’s just one tiny issue. Their parents seem to hate each other. No worries—Gwen and Beth are up for the challenge.

But as their scheme plays out, something unexpected happens. A charming (and conveniently wealthy) viscount sets his sights on Beth, and suddenly, Gwen is forced to reckon with a terrifying thought—what if she’s been matchmaking the wrong couple all along? Turns out, the biggest plot twist in their little game of love is falling for your best friend.

Pages of Romance

Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with that special someone, your book club, or simply in the delightful company of fictional ladies and dukes, we hope this list brings you hours of romance, adventure, and happily-ever-afters.

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Happy reading to all of our romantics! 💕📖