How many can you fit in your carry-on?
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGES VIA GRIFFIN, MARIA YING AND ATLAS BLACK PUBLISHING
Let’s face it, nothing quite beats a hot summer’s day with a book that gets you… Well, hot under the collar. As summer approaches, get ready to dial up the temperature with these spicy, sapphic books that span genres from romance to fantasy. Trust us, there’s something for everyone here.
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
It’s likely that this book is already on your “to read” list if it’s not on your bookshelves. One Last Stop is a sexy, magical romance that follows the epic tale of August and Jane. August is a 23-year-old bisexual cynic who moved to New York to leave her old life behind. She spends her days working at Pancake Billy’s House of Pancakes while navigating her college classes. Everything changes when she bumps into Jane on the subway – a time traveller who is desperate to get back to the 1970s.
Impact by Nikki Markham
So you want something really spicy? Look no further than Nikki Markham. Impact follows the story of two bisexual women, Bailey and Isabelle, who dive into the world of kink headfirst. After Bailey stumbles into a kink club on a Friday night, she immediately becomes entranced by Isabelle. It’s not long before Bailey realises that her favourite place to be is on her knees…
The Spy And Her Serpent by Maria Ying
Looking for a t4t novella that’s all about enemies-to-lovers? You’re in the right place. The Spy And Her Serpent follows the story of narcotics empress Olesya Hua. She has everything she wants, but she longs for more. Dallas Seidel lost everything due to the violence of the Huas and will stop at nothing until the powerful family is wiped out.
The Ruby Paperback Trilogy Collection by Ruby Roe
It will come as no surprise to any fantasy readers that Ruby Roe is on this list. If you’ve got a long-haul flight coming up, why not just bring the entire trilogy? This collection contains A Game Of Hearts And Heists, A Game Of Romance AndRuin and A Game Of Deceit And Desire. These books are perfect for fans of heist romance, second chances, secret royals and, of course, lots of sapphic smut.
Fake It by Lily Seabrooke
Who doesn’t love a celebrity fake-dating storyline? In this steamy book, restaurant owner Avery and celebrity chef Holly find themselves caught up in a fake relationship plan that aims to save both their careers. But what happens when they find themselves experiencing some very real emotions?
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