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Books like Unlikely Cupid

A classic, banter-filled battle of wills where a fake engagement sparks very real, very inconvenient chemistry. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Unlikely Cupid.

  • escapist
  • simmering
  • cozy
  1. 01

    A Rumoured Engagement

    Catherine George · 1998

    A deliciously dramatic vintage romance that leans into the taboo thrill of a step-sibling glow-up.

    Feels:
    • emotionally charged
    • tense
    • nostalgic
  2. 02

    Loveknot

    Catherine George · 1989

    A breezy, vintage office romance that balances the exhaustion of domestic burnout with the delicious thrill of being unexpectedly pursued.

    Shares:
    • cozy
    • playful
    • wry
  3. 03

    An Unlikely Duchess ok

    Mary Balogh

    A gentle, emotionally intelligent exploration of two opposites finding unexpected warmth within the confines of a sudden marriage.

    Shares:
    • cozy
  4. 04

    Fiancee By Mistake

    Kate Walker

    A snowbound, high-angst clash of wills where mistaken identity fuels a fiery, irresistible attraction.

    Shares:
    • simmering
    • enemies to lovers
    • irresistible attraction
  5. 05

    An Unwilling Desire

    Carole Mortimer

    A high-angst vintage romance where a risky fake-dating scheme ignites a volatile, undeniable passion.

    Feels:
    • tense
    • emotionally charged
    • dramatic
  6. 06

    The Reluctant Fiancee

    Jacqueline Baird

    A sun-drenched, high-stakes battle of wills where fierce resistance inevitably melts into explosive passion.

    Shares:
    • irresistible attraction
  7. 07

    To Tame a Proud Heart

    Cathy Williams

    A fast-paced, high-stakes office romance where professional boundaries shatter into a tense, emotionally fraught marriage of convenience.

    Feels:
    • tense
    • passionate
    • emotionally charged
  8. 08

    An Unlikely Father

    Lynn Collum

    A heartwarming, traditional Regency romp where a capable heroine and three spirited children melt the heart of an insufferable rake.

    Shares:
    • cozy
  9. 09

    The Unlikely Mistress

    Sharon Kendrick

    A glamorous, escapist fantasy that sweeps an ordinary woman from the depths of grief into a world of Venetian passion and London luxury.

    Shares:
    • escapist
  10. 10

    A Perfect Mismatch

    Catherine Blair

    A sparkling Regency romp about the exhausting lengths we go to for love, and the profound relief of finally being seen.

    Shares:
    • cozy
    • playful
  11. 11

    Lord Stanhope's proposal

    Jessica Benson

    A spirited battle of wits where a dutiful rescue mission turns into a delightfully unexpected romance.

    Shares:
    • playful
    • spirited
  12. 12

    Unwanted Wedding

    Penny Jordan

    A deliciously angsty marriage of convenience where pragmatic bargains inevitably surrender to simmering, undeniable passion.

    Feels:
    • tense
    • emotionally charged
    • swoony

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