15 Books You'll Love If the After Series Left You Wanting More

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The five-book After series by Anna Todd is beloved by many and has risen to prominence in the new adult genre. In 2019, the first book was turned into a steamy movie starring Josephine Langford as Tessa Young and Hero Fiennes-Tiffin as Hardin Scott. Now, the sequel, After We Collided, is on its way, and when the trailer dropped, fans were even more excited to see Dylan Sprouse join the cast as Trevor Matthews.

If you finished reading After We Collided (or the entire After series) and were left wanting more, then you'll be pleased that we've rounded up some of the best romance novels that will have you hooked. Whether you are looking for complex characters, will-they-won't-they drama, workplace romances, or just steamy escapades, this list has got you covered!

Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire
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Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire

Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire tells the story of Abby Abernathy, a clean-cut college freshman who's trying to stay out of trouble. But, things get a bit complicated when she catches the eye of Travis Maddox, the biggest flirt on campus.

The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory
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The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory

At its core, The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory is a cute, feel-good romance book. Alexa and Drew have a chance encounter when they get stuck in an lift during a power outage — and sparks fly. While this, by itself, is an intriguing premise, it is Guillory's writing and ability to create warm, magnetic characters that draws you in from the start.

Did I Mention I Love You? by Estelle Maskame
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Did I Mention I Love You? by Estelle Maskame

Did I Mention I Love You? is the first book in Estelle Maskame's sensational romance trilogy. Just like After, this book began on Wattpad and tells the story of when protagonist, Eden, goes to Santa Monica for the summer to visit her estranged father. When she meets Tyler, the two butt heads, but you know what they say — there's a fine line between hate and love.

Lost & Found by Nicole Williams
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Lost & Found by Nicole Williams

Lost & Found by Nicole Williams follows Rowen, a girl with a complicated past and rebellious spirit. Her mother sends her to Willow Springs Ranch in Montana the summer before she starts college in hopes that she'll stay out of trouble. Rowen thinks she's in for an uneventful summer, but that's before a certain, sparkly cowboy named Jesse walks into her life.

Paper Princess by Erin Watt
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Paper Princess by Erin Watt

Erin Watt's Paper Princess is a new adult novel that tells the story of Ella Harper, a girl who has a dark past and is just trying to survive. Due to a strange series of circumstances, she is dropped into Reed Royal's lavish world — and he's not happy about it. The popular book is part of The Royals trilogy and is filled with scandalous events, sexual tension, cliffhangers, and complex characters.

Forbidden Promises by Synithia Williams
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Forbidden Promises by Synithia Williams

Forbidden Promises by Synithia Williams is an engrossing romantic story filled with angst and passion. The book focuses on India and Travis's sizzling chemistry and evolving relationship, but there is a catch — Travis used to be married to India's sister.

The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
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The Hating Game by Sally Thorne

The Hating Game is the debut novel that put Sally Thorne on the map. The book follows the steamy and hilarious romance between Lucy and Joshua, two colleagues who are in the running for the same promotion. While they feud and snipe at each other, their sexual tension is undeniable, and over time, it evolves into an intoxicating workplace romance.

Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover
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Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover

Colleen Hoover is a New York Times bestselling author in the new adult genre. Ugly Love tells the story of Tate and Miles, two people that have a sizzling attraction to each other, but no intentions of ever falling in love. However, along the way, their physical relationship turns into something more.

Wrong by Jana Aston
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Wrong by Jana Aston

Wrong by Jana Aston is a steamy and undeniably smutty romance novel about Sophie, a senior in college who works at a coffee shop. She has a tiny crush on an older, sophisticated man who comes into her coffee shop often, and when she runs into him outside of the coffee shop one day, her harmless crush turns into something more.

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
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Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert is a witty and funny romantic comedy that is ideal for fans of Sally Thorne or Jasmine Guillory's works. The protagonist, Chloe Brown, is a shy, nerdy girl who decides to spice up her life and be more adventurous. That's when she meets Red Morgan, a handyman by day and artist by night — and the two instantly click.

Regretting You by Colleen Hoover
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Regretting You by Colleen Hoover

Regretting You by Colleen Hoover is a story full of heartbreak, solace, and love. Morgan Grant and her daughter Clara have a rocky relationship after Morgan's husband passes away. However, Morgan finds comfort from someone she least expects to and Clara begins a relationship with a boy she has been forbidden to see. The plot oscillates between Morgan and Clara's points of view, seamlessly intertwining their stories to create a delightful read.

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros
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The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros is the perfect book for fans of Nicholas Sparks's classic romance novel, Dear John. The book follows Ella and Beckett's romance after Beckett serves in the army alongside Ella's recently deceased brother. Their story is filled with secrets, heartache, and passion, and Yarros's engrossing writing makes this book a real page-turner.

The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren
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The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

Christina Lauren's The Unhoneymooners focuses on Olive Torres, a comically unlucky women who has to spend her twin sister's wedding day with her nemesis, Ethan Thomas. When the newlyweds get food poisoning, their honeymoon is up for grabs and Olive can't turn down a free trip to Maui, Hawaii. However, there's a twist, and Ethan joins her for what turns into a hilarious ordeal.

Not So Nice Guy by R.S. Grey
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Not So Nice Guy by R.S. Grey

Not So Nice Guy is a cute romantic comedy with a dash of sexiness. It is a great read because R.S. Grey creates charming and funny characters who have amazing banter. However, it is the characters' sexual chemistry that completely captivates your attention and keeps your eyes glued to the pages.

Wait For You by Jennifer L. Armentrout
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Wait For You by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Wait For You by Jennifer L. Armentrout is perfect for people who love a classic, cheesy romance novel. The book starts on Avery Morgansten's first day at college when she runs into the gorgeous, tall Cameron Hamilton — and things escalate from there.