Forbidden Romance books that will leave you wanting more

The Antonova sisters are alluring yet ruthless. They run a large-scale narcotics business now under threat by the Fedorov brothers – sons to one of the most dangerous crime bosses and their sworn enemies. As a twelve-year stalemate between both witch families comes to a breaking point, tensions bubble over. But with an unexpected forbidden romance forming in amongst the chaos, will the lust for power and legacy tear them apart from within or will love prevail?

Yousef’s life seems mapped out for him – becoming a doctor and marrying a girl of his parent’s choosing. He has so far been the golden boy of the family, living up to their high expectations. When a fellow medical student Jess catches his eye, his traditional route paved out for him is set to become way more complicated. Torn between two worlds, Yousef struggles to keep up with appearances but will soon have to choose between his happiness and his parents.

As far as forbidden romance goes, this may be a bit of a stretch! But this is a definite read for those who love a sexy and witty royal romance. A fake truce was drawn between the US and British nations after Alex Claremont-Diaz – marketing gold for the White House, was caught in British tabloids fighting with Henry, the Prince of Wales. What started as an initial damage control turns into a deeper undeniable connection beyond the pretty tabloid pictures, derailing the esteemed pair into a secret romance that could put both nations in jeopardy…

It’s summer 1929 and Mhaira MacKinnon is in need of a husband. She is the eldest of nine children, her father is growing impatient but her options on the small Scottish island of St Kilda are limited. Her neighbour, Donald, has an acquaintance in need of a wife on the distant island of Harris and is prepared to escort her for an introduction before the autumn seas close them off to the outside world. Mhaira returns engaged but her heart belongs to another she cannot have. When St Kilda is suddenly evacuated, the forbidden lovers have a few months to bask in each other's company, but will a fond heart lead to a more bitter goodbye? She awaits in dread for the upcoming spring when she will be sent away and declared a stranger's wife… 

This book is arguably one of the staple classics of forbidden romance. A gripping and fated tale that has captured the hearts of many and plays on a unique reversal of racial and societal norms. Sephy is a Cross – living a life of power and privilege but still lonely and angry at society. Callum is a nought – poor and considered as nothing, only living to serve the crosses. They have been long-time best friends but know nothing more can come from it.  In a world where they are fated to be apart, these star-crossed lovers choose each other despite the external pressures that curse their union.

Although this is classified as enemies to lovers, it most definitely fits as a heart-racing forbidden romance with a mix of dark magic and a fierce battle for authority. Oraya is the adopted human daughter of the Nightborn vampire king. In a world designed to kill her, the only chance to be more than prey is to enter the Kejari - a tournament held by the goddess of death. Oraya must ally with the dangerous yet alluring vampire, Raihn - an enemy to her father's crown, if she wants a chance of surviving. But what terrifies Oraya the most is the growing desire for this ruthless vampire…

It’s time to up the temperature and travel for some sun-kissed forbidden romance in the place of all things passionate and romantic – Italy. Magdalen and Theo former neighbours and childhood friends are reunited for a family wedding. In the quaint town of Chivasso, there are only so many places to hide. Both must face the sizzling romance blooming between them and unravel the secrets of their shared past. Will Magdalen dim her feelings for her best friend's brother or embrace the spirit of love whilst she can?

For those who love a heart-racing and living-on-the-edge kind of romance, Cross the Line ticks all those boxes. Meet Dev Anderson, a Formula 1 driver with his career on the line after a social media disaster. With his team and sponsors threatening to jump ship, he needs a serious image makeover. Fast. At a party in Monaco, he stumbles upon Willow Williams, his best friend’s little sister who happens to be the answer to his prayers. But just one problem, he kissed her last year and hasn’t stopped thinking about it since. Willow and Dev are determined to keep things strictly professional, but the increased proximity only heightens their unrequited desire for one another. How long can they fool themselves and Willow's protective brother from their growing connection?

Phoebe Graves has grown up in a town where stealing and seducing is an effortless art. When a job goes wrong, she decides to leave her life of crime behind and move to a small town in Connecticut with her best friend, Hailey Tinrock. One flaw to her plan is her best friend’s frustratingly handsome brother, Rocky, who will not let them go without him. They have a rather messy past yet he’s everything she wants but can’t have. Can they escape the life of lying and conspiring with Rocky around to remind them of their past? The longer she stays around in town the more she realizes what a normal life with the man she loves could look like…