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Book clubs are amazing because you get to share your love of reading with people who are just like you.
And as someone who loves a spicy romance novel, there’s really nothing better than sitting down with my people and discussing all the smut I’ve been reading.
If your book club is all about reading very spicy, level-10-hot romance novels that will have everyone giggling from start to finish, then these are the books you need to check out!
As usual, I’ve included a mix of tropes and subgenres, so you’ll find everything from contemporary romance to sci-fi romance and even some very racy historical romance books.
I’ve also included discussion questions to get the conversation rolling and help avoid any awkward moments.
Trust me, you and your book club are going to eat these books up!
Best Hex Ever by Nadia El-Fassi
Dina is a kitchen witch who runs a cozy London café where she bakes pastries with a touch of magic.
But there’s a catch—her love life is cursed. The moment someone falls for her, bad luck follows them like a storm cloud.
Scott, fresh from a heartbreak and back in London, is charmed by both Dina’s café and Dina herself. Their chemistry is undeniable, but the hex still looms.
Dina has always walked away before things got too serious, but this time, what if love is worth breaking the curse?
This book is warm, magical, and full of delicious romance.
It feels like wrapping yourself in a soft sweater while eating a warm croissant—except with a little extra spice!
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- Would you risk a relationship if you knew it was cursed?
- How do you feel about magic being woven into romance stories?
- Dina’s pastries have a magical effect—if you could add magic to food, what would it do?
- What do you think about Scott as a love interest? Is he worth breaking the hex for?
- What role does fate play in love? Do you believe in destiny?
The Love Position by Evie Alexander
Sophia’s life is a mess—her academic work was stolen, her heart is in pieces, and she’s desperate for peace.
Yoga seems like the answer, except her instructor, Isaac, is way too attractive and way too off-limits.
He’s made a vow of celibacy, but Sophia makes him rethink everything.
When he flees to an ashram in the Caribbean to clear his head, fate throws them together again.
Stranded in paradise with only one bed, the tension between them finally explodes.
But is passion enough, or is Isaac’s commitment to his path too strong to break?
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- Do you think Isaac’s celibacy vow was realistic, or was he setting himself up for failure?
- How does the setting (yoga studio vs. tropical storm) add to the story’s tension?
- Sophia and Isaac have a serious case of opposites attract—do you think that makes for a stronger relationship?
- What role does spirituality play in love?
- If you had to be stranded somewhere with one person from this book, who would it be?
Seven Days in June by Tia Williams
Eva is a successful single mom and erotica writer, but she’s drowning in stress.
Shane is a mysterious literary star who suddenly shows up in New York, turning her world upside down.
Why? Because twenty years ago, they had a whirlwind romance—one week of intense, all-consuming love.
And ever since, they’ve been secretly writing about each other in their books.
Now, in the sweltering heat of Brooklyn, they have seven days to figure out if their love story deserves another chapter or if it’s better left in the past.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- How do Eva and Shane’s past traumas shape their relationship?
- What do you think about them secretly writing about each other for years? Cute or kind of creepy?
- The book is deeply tied to Black culture and motherhood—how do these themes shape Eva’s decisions?
- What’s your take on second-chance romances? Do they work in real life?
- If you could read a book written by a character in this novel, whose would it be?
Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan
Yasmen and Josiah had a love that was supposed to last forever. But life hit them with heartbreak after heartbreak, and their marriage didn’t survive.
Now, they co-parent their kids and run a business together, keeping things strictly professional. Except they can’t seem to stay away from each other.
One stolen kiss turns into something much bigger, making them wonder: Can love be better the second time around?
But old wounds don’t heal easily, and the past isn’t done with them yet.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- Can a couple truly start over after divorce?
- How do Yasmen and Josiah’s struggles with grief and depression affect their ability to reconnect?
- Do you think love is enough to keep a relationship together, or do you need more?
- What do you think about the way the book portrays mental health and healing?
- Would you give an ex a second chance if the love was still there?
Will They or Won’t They by Ava Wilder
Lilah and Shane play lovers on a hit paranormal TV show, but off-screen? They can’t stand each other.
Years ago, they had a secret relationship that ended badly, and now Lilah is back for the final season.
Fans are dying to see their characters finally get together, but real life isn’t so easy.
As they’re forced to work closely again, the line between acting and reality starts to blur.
Will they finally admit they belong together, or will their off-screen drama ruin everything?
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- How does Hollywood pressure actors into maintaining a certain image?
- Can you separate an on-screen romance from real life?
- What do you think about the enemies-to-lovers trope in this story?
- What’s your favorite behind-the-scenes romance story (real or fictional)?
- Would you have left the show like Lilah did, or stayed for the fame?
The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang
Stella is brilliant at math but struggles with relationships.
When she hires an escort, Michael, to teach her about intimacy, things take an unexpected turn—because love isn’t something you can plan with an algorithm.
This book is sweet, steamy, and beautifully unique. Stella’s journey makes this romance extra special.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- How does Stella’s neurodivergence shape the romance?
- How do Michael and Stella complement each other?
- What do we think about the idea of “learning” romance?
- How does family play a role in both Stella and Michael’s lives?
- What makes this book stand out from other romance novels?
Rush by Maya Banks
Gabe has always wanted Mia—but as his best friend’s little sister, she was off-limits.
Now, she’s all grown up, and Gabe can’t resist pulling her into his world.
But as their intense relationship deepens, trust becomes a fragile thing.
This book is pure, scorching romance with lots of power dynamics.
If you love possessive heroes and high-stakes passion, this one delivers.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- Do we love or hate the protective older brother trope?
- How does power and wealth impact relationships?
- What makes an age-gap romance work?
- Was Gabe’s possessiveness romantic or problematic?
- How do we feel about Mia’s journey in the story?
Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters
Nan is drawn into the dazzling world of music halls and male impersonators, falling for the glamorous Kitty.
But as Nan’s world expands, so does her journey of love, identity, and self-discovery.
This book is lush, historical, and full of heart.
It’s a coming-of-age story wrapped in romance.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- How does the book portray gender and identity?
- What did we think about the relationship between Nan and Kitty?
- How does historical context change the way we see their love?
- How does performance connect to identity in the book?
- What parts of the story felt the most powerful?
Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage
Teddy and Gus have always been at odds, but when she agrees to help him with his ranch, their hatred turns into something much hotter.
This is classic enemies-to-lovers with cowboy charm.
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- What makes enemies-to-lovers so satisfying?
- How does small-town life impact Teddy’s choices?
- What makes a great forced-proximity romance?
- How does Gus’s role as a father change things?
- What’s our favorite small-town romance of all time?
Neon Gods by Katee Robert
Persephone runs from an arranged marriage straight into the arms of Hades, who has his own reasons for keeping her close.
Their passion ignites, but the gods of Olympus won’t let them go so easily.
This is dark, sexy, and totally addictive!
Book Club Discussion Topics:
- How does the book modernize Greek mythology?
- Do we like this version of Hades and Persephone’s story?
- How does power play into their relationship?
- What makes forbidden romance so enticing?
- What would we change about Olympus if we could?
So, which of these books are you planning to read? Let me know in the comments below!
If you have more recommendations for spicy books that your book club will love discussing, let me know in the comments as well.
And if you want even more great book club picks, here’s a list of the very best historical fiction books that everyone needs to read.
Plus, if you’re a romance lover like me, I’d say you’ll absolutely enjoy this list of the best dark romance books!
