Love can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places, including in the midst of bitter animosity.
Enemies to lovers is a popular romance trope where two characters who start off as adversaries eventually fall in love. This trope provides readers with an exciting journey as they watch the characters move from dislike and distrust to passion and love.
From classic novels to modern-day romances, the enemies to lovers trope has been used in a wide range of books across different genres. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at some of the best enemies to lovers books, ranging from timeless classics to more recent releases by modern authors.
Whether you’re a die-hard romance fan or just looking for an exciting new read, these books are sure to captivate you with their blend of tension, passion, and emotional depth.
We made a list of 40 enemies to lovers books and put their average rating based on Goodreads together with book previews on Google Books.
40 Enemies to Lovers Romance Books
1. The Hating Game by Sally Thorne (2016)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
2. The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (2019)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
3. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813)
- Rating: 4.3/5 on Goodreads
4. Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr (2010)
- Rating: 3.7/5 on Goodreads
5. The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata (2016)
- Rating: 4.2/5 on Goodreads
6. The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang (2018)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
7. Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston (2019)
- Rating: 4.1/5 on Goodreads
8. The Deal by Elle Kennedy (2015)
- Rating: 4.3/5 on Goodreads
9. Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren (2013)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
10. A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (2015)
- Rating: 4.2/5 on Goodreads
11. The Cruel Prince by Holly Black (2018)
- Rating: 4.1/5 on Goodreads
12. The Wrath and the Dawn by Renée Ahdieh (2015)
- Rating: 4.1/5 on Goodreads
13. Bully by Penelope Douglas (2013)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
14. Enemies by Tijan (2019)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
15. Vicious by L.J. Shen (2016)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
16. The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary (2019)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
17. The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker (2018)
- Rating: 4.3/5 on Goodreads
18. The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen (2018)
- Rating: 4.1/5 on Goodreads
19. The Player Next Door by K.A. Tucker (2020)
- Rating: 3.8/5 on Goodreads
20. Archer’s Voice by Mia Sheridan (2014)
- Rating: 4.3/5 on Goodreads
21. The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (2000)
- Rating: 3.8/5 on Goodreads
22. The Winner’s Curse by Marie Rutkoski (2014)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
23. The Marriage Game by Sara Desai (2020)
- Rating: 3.5/5 on Goodreads
24. You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle (2020)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
25. The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (2000)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
26. From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata (2018)
- Rating: 4.3/5 on Goodreads
27. Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie (2004)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
28. Beach Read by Emily Henry (2020)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
29. The Duchess War by Courtney Milan (2012)
- Rating: 3.8/5 on Goodreads
30. A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness (2011)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
31. The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi (2019)
- Rating: 3.7/5 on Goodreads
32. The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon (2021)
- Rating: 3.7/5 on Goodreads
33. The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams (2019)
- Rating: 3.9/5 on Goodreads
34. Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert (2020)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
35. Enemies With Benefits by Roxie Noir (2019)
- Rating: 4.1/5 on Goodreads
36. The Switch by Beth O’Leary (2020)
- Rating: 4/5 on Goodreads
37. The Roommate by Rosie Danan (2020)
- Rating: 3.6/5 on Goodreads
38. You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria (2020)
- Rating: 3.7/5 on Goodreads
39. The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood (2021)
- Rating: 4.2/5 on Goodreads
40. How to Fail at Flirting by Denise Williams (2020)
- Rating: 3.8/5 on Goodreads
Enemies to lovers is a timeless and popular trope in the world of romance literature. It’s a theme that captures the hearts of readers who love to see two people who started off on the wrong foot, eventually find their way to each other. From the classics to the new releases, there’s an endless list of enemies to lovers books that you can lose yourself in. We hope this list has provided you with a diverse range of options that you can choose from, to dive into this exhilarating world of romance. So go ahead, pick up a book, and get lost in the journey of two people who found love in the most unexpected of places!
