Book Lovers by Emily Henry (Berkley; LJ starred review) is the top holds title of the week (5/2/22). LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

“Literary agent Nora is tired of always playing the ambitious big-city ice queen whose boyfriends leave her for new lives (and new relationships) in small-town America. That’s why, when Nora’s sister insists on taking her on a trip to a little town that’s straight out of one of her authors’ novels, and imposes a list of romance tropes to experience, Nora is doubtful she can find her happily-ever-after. Cue Charlie, an editor and Nora’s nemesis from New York, who mysteriously shows up in town and slowly reveals that there’s a lot more to him than his surly exterior. Will Nora finally break out of her doomed pattern and find true love? Henry (Beach Read; People We Meet on Vacation) has written another sweet and swoon-worthy novel with plenty of witty dialogue, an evocative setting, and strong characters. VERDICT Truly a book for book lovers and a romance for romance lovers, this novel will delight Henry’s fans, as well as readers of smart, sexy, and funny romances with emotional depth and storylines featuring family dynamics.”—Reviewed by Migdalia Jimenez

By the Book by Jasmine Guillory (Hyperion Avenue)

Appeared on the May 2022 LibraryReads list

“An enjoyable Beauty and the Beast inspired tale! Editorial assistant Isabelle has to handle a "cancelled" celebrity, Beau Towers, and moves into his mansion to help him with his memoir. Isabelle is likeable, and her relationship with Beau, though contentious at first, grows in a believably sweet way.”—Jill Rupp, Sun Prairie Public Library, Sun Prairie, WI

The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa (Avon)

Appeared on the February 2020 LibraryReads list

“A classic enemies to lovers plot told from the perspective of both sides of the would-be couple, both likable and the chemistry between the two was well-written and believable. For fans of Red, White & Royal Blue and The Wedding Party.”—Karma Campbell, Catoosa Public Library, Catoosa, OK

The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang (Berkley)

Appeared on the June 2018 LibraryReads list

“A wonderfully sweet and erotic romance featuring an autistic heroine who hires a hot male escort to teach her how to enjoy sex, but learns so much more.”— Elizabeth Gabriel, Milwaukee Public Library, Milwaukee, WI