The 5 Best Erotic Novels From the Last Few Years

This Polish bestseller, known also for its Netflix adaptation, depicts the passionate, scandalous story between Laura, a young independent woman, and Massimo, a mafioso that gives her one year to fall in love with him. This book is as captivating as it is provocative, thanks to the presence of permanent tension, intense desires and important questions surrounding consent.

The author manages to explore more taboo fantasies whilst creating an intriguing dynamic surrounding power relations in romantic relationships. It’s the perfect choice for those who enjoy powerful, dark and erotically charged stories.

Why we love this book: It skilfully plays around with moral boundaries, offering a provocative story that stimulates the imagination and stirs up emotions.

Who should read it: This book is geared towards adults who enjoy provocative, steamy stories and are wanting to explore their deepest fantasies in a taboo free environment.

In this smash hit novel by Christina Lauren (pen name), Chloe Mills, an ambitious, self-assured intern and her arrogant yet irresistibly seductive boss, Bennett Ryan, become engaged in a steamy game of seduction, constantly oscillating between explosive confrontation and magnetic attraction.

The use of dry humour, cutting remarks and scenes of explicit passion bring a welcome newness to the genre. The scandalous professional dynamic, tinged with humour and irreverence, makes this book both enjoyable and refreshingly modern.

Why we love this book: It’s a skilfull mix of eroticism, romance and humour, for an easy yet passionate reading experience.

Who should read it: This is great for readers who enjoy a balance between modern romance, humour and explicit sensuality.

This is the first in a series that mixes ancient Greek mythology with steamy, passionate romance. In the first installment, we follow Persephone, who upon fleeing an arranged marriage with the king of gods, Zeus, finds herself embroiled in a passionate love affair with the king of the underworld himself, Hades.

Why we love this book: The heady mix of fantasy and eroticism lends itself well to a story that’s guaranteed to transport you to another place and time.

Who should read it: If you’re a lover of the romantasy genre and you want a spicy book that you can totally immerse yourself in, then this is the book for you.

In this regal erotic series, Geneva Lee offers an intoxicating, glamorous escapade into the world of power play and aristocratic intrigue mixed with unbridled passion. The story follows Clara, a young, ambitious woman, and Alexander, an enigmatic English prince who’s hiding some dark secrets. Their intense relationship, punctuated by incredibly detailed sensual scenes and captivating internal conflict, provides a great way to enjoy an adult version of the classic fairy tale style.

Why we love this book: It’s the perfect cross between royal glamour, torrid passion and dramatic tension ensuring you’ll be fully enthralled, unable to put the book down.

Why we love this book: It’s the perfect cross between royal glamour, torrid passion and dramatic tension ensuring you’ll be fully enthralled, unable to put the book down.

A worldwide phenomenon, After dives head on into the tumultuous relationship between Tessa, a serious, model student, and Hardin, a rebellious young man with a troubled past. Their explosive physical attraction and intense emotional connection are constantly put to the test by both internal and external conflicts.

The novel is as addictive as it is controversial, often provoking discussions about toxic relationships, the weight of the past and the way in which strong emotions play a role in bringing people together or pushing them apart. The psychological depth attributed to these characters is what makes the intrigue more complex and more fascinating.

Why we love this book: It takes us on a whirlwind ride of emotions surrounding complicated relationships, urging us to take a look at our own experiences.

Who should read it: This is one for young adults and adults who are open to reading about more tumultuous experiences that explore emotional limits within romantic relationships.

Each one of these novels offer a captivating dive into the world of modern eroticism, although it can often be provocative. Whether you’re looking for torrid literature, a look into the psychology behind romance or simply a sensual escape, this selection has what you’re looking for.