Romance novels are perfect fodder for series-loving readers who want to track the same characters from book to book (and tryst to tryst).

So, today, we’re presenting the first books in series with promising new installments coming out in the next few months. Read on to start at square one and make the coming winter a little warmer.

Silver Thaw by Catherine Anderson
An emotional story about a desperate woman in an abusive marriage and a kind rancher who comes to her aid. Next installment, New Leaf, comes out in January.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning
Urban fantasy at its raciest. The first book in Moning’s Fever series introduces readers to the dark underworld of Dublin and the magic that’s overtaking it. Next installment, Feverborn, comes out in January.

 

 

 

 

Sweet Filthy Boy by Christina Lauren
It’s the summer after college graduation, and Mia Holland is going on an adventure that takes her to Las Vegas, Paris, and into the arms of a gorgeous French guy. Next installment, Wicked Sexy Liar, comes out in February.

 

 

 

 

 

The Summer Girls by Mary Alice Monroe
Journey to the lowcountry—Sullivan’s Island, SC—in this sweet sister series. Next installment, A Lowcountry Wedding, comes out in May.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Quick Bite by Lynsay Sands
Vampires galore take the stage in the first volume of this paranormal romance, which sets the stage for the long-running Argeneau series. Next installment (the 23^rd book!), Runaway Vampire, comes out in February.  







 

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