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I’m not the biggest fan of book series, to be honest.
The idea of committing to multiple books just feels like a lot sometimes, especially when I have a huge TBR pile.
But duologies? They’re my sweet spot.
You get a complete story, just the right amount of romance and drama, and then it’s all wrapped up in two books – perfect!
If you’re also not into long series but still crave a great love story, this list of romantic duologies is for you!
Must-Read Romance Duologies to Read
1. London Calling Series by Alexis Hall
Book 1: Boyfriend Material
Luc, a scandal magnet, teams up with Oliver, the perfect and prim man, for a fake relationship to save his reputation.
But as fake turns to real, their messy journey to love is both chaotic and heartwarming. I loved how opposites attract here—it’s sweet, funny, and packed with feels.
Book 2: Husband Material
Luc and Oliver are back, navigating wedding fever and social pressures. Four weddings and a funeral later, they must figure out if they’re ready for forever.
It’s tender, hilarious, and so wonderfully them. Perfect if you loved their awkward charm in Book 1!
2. Throne Duet by Rina Kent
Book 1: Throne of Power
Rai must marry to claim her mafia throne, but her chosen husband, Kyle, is the ghost from her past with his own agenda.
Power struggles, betrayal, and sizzling tension fill this dark, intense romance. The stakes? So high it’s thrilling!
Book 2: Throne of Vengeance
Kyle is an assassin seeking vengeance, but his wife Rai complicates his plans.
With betrayal and blood paving their path to power, this story is brutal, passionate, and completely unputdownable.
Dark romance fans, this one’s for you.
3. The Anatomy Duology by Dana Schwartz
Book 1: Anatomy
Hazel dreams of being a surgeon in 1817 Edinburgh, but she needs bodies to study—cue Jack, a grave robber.
Together, they uncover sinister secrets in this gothic, romantic tale. It’s eerie, heartfelt, and just the right amount of creepy.
Book 2: Immortality
Hazel’s talent lands her in the royal court, where secrets and conspiracies threaten everything she’s worked for.
With her future and maybe Jack at stake, this sequel is a mix of romance, mystery, and danger. I loved the stakes and drama.
4. A Vine Mess Series by Tessa Bailey
Book 1: Secretly Yours
Hallie is messy, Julian is a perfectionist—together, they’re chaotic and adorable.
Their opposites-attract love story, fueled by Hallie’s secret admirer letter, is flirty, sweet, and oh-so-fun. It’s a laugh-out-loud rom-com that’s like a cozy hug.
Book 2: Unfortunately Yours
Natalie and August need each other for a marriage of convenience but can barely stand each other.
Their sizzling chemistry and biting banter make this love-hate romance fiery and fabulous. The Napa vineyard setting? Chef’s kiss!
5. The Club Indulgence Duology by Maggie Cole
Book 1: The Auction
Riggs bids on Blakely at a charity auction, not for love but for revenge.
This dark, steamy billionaire romance is all about power, control, and forbidden passion. It’s intense and definitely not for the faint-hearted!
Book 2: The Vow
After betrayal, Blakely wants out, but Riggs won’t let her go. Their love is twisted and obsessive, pulling you into a cycle of pain and desire.
This is a gripping, dark second-chance romance that’s impossible to put down.
6. The Heiress Duet by Nana Malone
Book 1: Protecting the Heiress
Jax craves the family he lost due to one mistake. To earn redemption, he takes on an undercover role as a manny to protect Neela, a determined heiress, and her child.
As Jax falls for Neela and the little girl, the stakes become dangerously personal. He’ll risk everything—again—to shield them from harm.
Book 2: Tempting the Heiress
Jax’s feelings for Neela cost him her trust. Now, he’s determined to fight for her safety and love, even as danger looms.
Winning her back won’t be easy, but Jax knows some things are worth the risk—especially when lives are on the line.
7. The Wicked Wonderland Duet by Lee Jacquot
Book 1: Queen of Madness
Ezekiel’s protective instincts lead him down a rabbit hole into Wonderland, where he must serve as Onyx Embros’ guard—a rival mafia queen marked for death.
But as he gets closer, he discovers Onyx isn’t what she seems, and neither is he. Madness, betrayal, and passion blur the lines between enemies and allies in this twisted tale.
Book 2: King of Ruin
Trust is shattered, and the battle for Wonderland intensifies. Onyx faces betrayal and destruction as rival forces clash for the crown.
With only one throne, the fight is personal—and deadly. Who will emerge as the true ruler when chaos reigns supreme?
8. Crowned Duology by Amo Jones
Book 1: Crowned by Hate
Isa, the rebellious First Daughter, faces a dark journey after marrying Bryant Saint Royal, a powerful man with a sinister agenda.
Her path to uncovering the truth about her past and present is paved with betrayal and blood that leads to a chilling battle for survival in the heart of New York City.
Book 2: Crowned by Fate
Love, loyalty, and vengeance collide as Isa and Bryant’s twisted relationship reaches its breaking point. Lies unravel, and the line between enemy and lover blurs.
In a world where power rules, Isa learns that monsters don’t just exist in the dark—they sit on thrones.
9. Gods of Hazelwood: Icarus Series by Lucy Smoke
Book 1: Burn With Me
Isaac Icari has one goal: destroy Aurora Summers, the beautiful and dangerous girl his father seeks to ruin. But Aurora isn’t a pawn; she’s a fire he can’t control.
When passion and danger collide, their fates become inescapably entwined in a game with no winners.
Book 2: Fall With Me
Aurora and Isaac’s forbidden love is as volatile as it is irresistible.
Betrayals and dark secrets threaten to tear them apart as they grapple with the price of flying too close to the sun.
When the stakes are this high, love may be their greatest downfall.
10. The Hate You Give Duology by Angie Thomas
Book 1: The Hate You Give
Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter’s life changes when she witnesses the police killing her best friend, Khalil.
As the event sparks national outrage, Starr must survive her dual worlds and find the courage to stand up for justice while protecting herself and her family.
Book 2: Concrete Rose
Seventeen years earlier, Maverick Carter faces tough choices as a young father trying to escape gang life.
This prequel to The Hate You Give explores loyalty, responsibility, and what it truly means to be a man in a world that expects nothing from him.
11. Monsters of Verity by Victoria Schwab
Book 1: This Savage Song
In a city divided by violence and ruled by monsters, Kate Harker wants to prove she’s as ruthless as her father, while August Flynn dreams of protecting the innocent despite being a monster himself.
When their paths cross, a failed assassination forces them to flee, facing the harsh truths of their divided world.
Book 2: Our Dark Duet
As the war between monsters and humans rages, Kate hunts the darkness while August embraces his monstrous side.
With Verity on the brink of collapse, they must confront the chaos within and around them.
Only one question remains: can they save their city without losing themselves?
Top Young Adult Romance Duologies
1. What If It’s Us Duology by Becky Albertalli & Adam Silvera
Book 1: What If It’s Us
Arthur is in New York for the summer, dreaming of a Broadway-worthy romance. Ben is over love and just wants to mail his ex’s stuff and move on.
When they meet at the post office, it feels like the universe might be setting them up.
But between awkward first dates, mismatched expectations, and the clock ticking on Arthur’s trip, nothing goes smoothly. Is it the start of something real, or just a romantic mess?
Book 2: Here’s to Us
Two years after breaking up, Ben and Arthur run into each other in New York. Ben has a new boyfriend, and Arthur’s got a serious thing back home, but old feelings bubble up fast.
As they keep crossing paths, they can’t help but wonder: is this fate giving them another shot, or should they let the past stay in the past?
A sweet, funny, and heartfelt story about second chances and figuring out what love really means.
2. A Song of Wraiths and Ruin Series by Roseanne A. Brown
Book 1: A Song of Wraiths and Ruin
Malik just wants to start fresh in Ziran with his sisters, but when a spirit kidnaps his little sister, Nadia, he’s forced to make a deadly deal: kill Princess Karina to save her.
Meanwhile, Karina has her own dark plans—she needs a king’s heart to bring her mother back from the dead.
Malik sneaks into the Solstasia competition to get close to her, but things get complicated when they start catching feelings.
Book 2: A Psalm of Storms and Silence
Karina’s lost her throne and is on the run, while Malik is finally finding some peace—until chaos breaks loose again.
With their world falling apart, the two are drawn back together, but trust doesn’t come easy when you’ve tried to kill each other.
They’ll have to choose between love and duty as they face impossible choices in this epic finale.
3. The Betrothed Series by Kiera Cass
Book 1: The Betrothed
Hollis thinks her life is perfect when King Jameson picks her to be his queen.
But when she meets Silas, a charming commoner, she starts to wonder if royal life is what she really wants.
Love, heartbreak, and finding your true path take center stage in this glittering royal romance.
Book 2: The Betrayed
Hollis has lost everything but finds comfort with Silas’s family—until political drama and rebellion pull her back into the spotlight.
With her heart torn and her new home on the line, Hollis has to decide if she’s ready to fight for a better future.
4. The Scarlet Alchemist Series by Kylie Lee Baker
Book 1: The Scarlet Alchemist
Zilan dreams of making alchemical gold and living a comfortable life, but for now, she’s stuck in her village, using her illegal skills to resurrect the dead just to survive.
When she gets the chance to take the imperial exams, she heads to the capital, where danger lurks around every corner.
The Crown Prince hires her to investigate a possible assassination, but her past—and the monsters in the palace—are closing in.
Book 2: The Blood Orchid
Zilan’s lost so much in her fight for justice, and now she’s searching for Penglai Island, where it’s said life can truly be restored.
But the journey is dangerous, with new enemies, unpredictable alchemists, and her own past catching up.
How far will she go to bring back what she’s lost? A thrilling adventure packed with magic, betrayal, and tough choices.
6. The Darkness Outside Us Series by Eliot Schrefer
Book 1: The Darkness Outside Us
Ambrose wakes up on a spaceship with no memory of how he got there, stuck with Kodiak, his enemy.
They’re on a mission to rescue Ambrose’s sister, but the ship is full of secrets.
As they uncover the truth, they’ll have to work together—and maybe even fall in love—to survive.
Book 2: The Brightness Between Us
Years later, Ambrose and Kodiak are raising kids on a dangerous planet, but everything changes when Ambrose learns the shocking truth about his past.
With time running out, they have to figure out how their lives are connected and save everything they love.
7. The Initial Insult Series by Mindy McGinnis
Book 1: The Initial Insult
Tress used to have it all, but after her parents vanished, she became an outcast.
Felicity, her old best friend, knows more than she’s letting on.
At a Halloween party, Tress traps Felicity in a coal chute to get the truth. Secrets, revenge, and twists await.
Book 2: The Last Laugh
Tress is losing control, haunted by what she’s done. Felicity’s cousin, Ribbit, has plans of his own, and the clock is ticking.
Tress needs to find out the truth about her parents, or everything could fall apart in this intense, shocking finale.
Now it’s your turn!
Which of these duologies are you planning to read first? Or did I miss one of your favorites?
Let me know in the comments – I’d love to hear your thoughts!
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