Looking for your next feel-good summer romance read? Summer in the City by Alex Aster delivers a sharp, swoony enemies-to-lovers story set against a cinematic New York City backdrop. With witty dialogue, slow-burn tension, and a heroine battling writer’s block in a luxury apartment next to her billionaire nemesis-turned-fake-boyfriend, this one had me smiling from start to finish. Bonus: I’ve got the perfect cocktail pairing to sip while you read.

If you love your summer romances chaotic, charming, and laugh-out-loud funny, Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn needs to be in your beach bag. With a fake husband, an unforgettable summer camp retreat, and some of the most hilarious “therapy sessions” I’ve ever read, this rom-com delivers big laughs, steamy moments, and all the emotional heart Meghan Quinn is known for. I read it late into the night on my iPad—and again poolside with the paperback. Spoiler alert: it’s just as good the second time.

Being a mom means you’re constantly pulled in a hundred directions—but that doesn’t mean your “me time” has to vanish into the laundry pile. Whether you’ve got five stolen minutes in the school pickup line or a full hour after bedtime (miracles do happen), there is time to get lost in a great love story. This list of 25 top-rated romance novels is tailor-made for busy moms—think short chapters, swoon-worthy characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and just the right amount of steam. From magical fantasy escapes to comforting small-town love stories, there’s something here for every mood and every mom. Bonus: We’ve included honest spice ratings and reading tips to help you sneak in every delicious page.