9 Erotic Novels That Will Get You Hot & Bothered

If you're looking for a romance novel that has a strong emphasis on sensual scenes and sexual tension, you've come to the right place. The nine erotic novels listed here are sure to get you hot and bothered, with their sexy characters and steamy plots. Although it probably goes without saying, it should be noted that these books are for adult eyes only. This video was made with Ezvid Wikimaker.

9 Erotic Novels That Will Get You Hot & Bothered

Title Author(s) More by the Author
1. The Sweetest Taboo Harper Miller Ironic
2. An Evidence of Magic Patricia A. Knight & Kris Michaels Incident of Magic
3. Bind Sierra Cartwright Brand
4. Heart of Stone Dakota Willink Stepping Stone
5. Turn Me Loose Anne Calhoun The SEAL's Secret Lover
6. Something Wild Charlene Teglia Men of Action
7. Enemy Be Mine Sienna Mynx Destino
8. The Farther He Runs Lynda Aicher The Harder He Falls
9. Sevin Elizabeth Amber Nicholas

The History of Romance Novels

Fictional tales of romantic love can be traced all the way back to ancient times. One important predecessor of the modern romance novel is Pamela by Samuel Richardson, which was published in 1740 and is thought to be the first popular novel where a love story is told from the perspective of a woman. One of the most influential figures in the realm of writing romance is Jane Austen, whose most popular work Pride and Prejudice has inspired countless writers since its 1813 release. It's harder to trace the history of erotic romance specifically, since publishers often lump it in with larger subgenres, like historical, contemporary, and paranormal romance. But it has certainly become more popular since the rise of e-reading, which allowed for small publishers to experiment with new categories. High demand eventually led bigger companies to realize that there was a large market for erotic novels.

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In Depth

Through the power of imagination, books can bring your lustful desires to life, titillate the senses, and help you live out your most intimate fantasies. If you're a fan of erotic novels, check out these nine excellent choices, listed here in no particular order, that will get you hot and bothered. Note that these books are only suitable for adults as they contain mature and sexual themes.

First on the list at #1, is "The Sweetest Taboo" by Harper Miller. New Yorker, Micah Foster, is a submissive player in the BDSM scene, looking for a dominant match after a series of underwhelming encounters. When her friend Kisa invites her to a fetish club, she unexpectedly meets Rick. Unusual circumstances cause the two to gravitate toward each other.

Next at #2, is "An Evidence of Magic" by Kris Michaels and Patricia A. Knight. Homicide detective Hiro Santos has a huge hunch on who he thinks committed a recent murder. The suspect, Sable Campion, claims that he is a noble wizard from an alternate realm, and that in order to save both of their worlds, Hiro needs to help him. It turns out that he's telling the truth, and the two must team up to search for a vicious killer, while the magical attraction between them shakes their realities.

It turns out that he's telling the truth, and the two must team up to search for a vicious killer, while the magical attraction between them shakes their realities.

In at #3, is "Bind" by Sierra Cartwright. Lara Bertrand is in dire straits as she faces the potential loss of her family's fortune. Out of desperation, she turns to the powerful but equally dangerous, Connor Donovan, and makes an indecent proposal. Connor is willing to do her the favor, but only if she marries him, and agrees to completely submit to his will.

Coming in at #4, is "Heart of Stone" by Dakota Willink. Alpha female, Krystina Cole, is an ambitious, independent woman, with no time to prioritize having a man in her life. Alexander Stone on the other hand, is a New York billionaire who knows how to get what he wants with patience and diligence. When the two run into each other, Krystina is faced with her fear to surrender emotionally, while Alexander is challenged to reveal dark secrets from his past, which could ruin everything.

At #5, is "Turn Me Loose" by Anne Calhoun. A delinquent young lady named Riva commits a crime and gets busted by an attractive police officer, Ian Hawthorn. The cop gives her a choice to either face jail time, or work for him as a secret informant. Temptation becomes unbearable as their desire for each other, along with hidden agendas, drives them to take risks that could have dangerous consequences.

A delinquent young lady named Riva commits a crime and gets busted by an attractive police officer, Ian Hawthorn.

At #6, is "Something Wild" by Charlene Teglia, which contains three short stories. In the first, famous video game creator Drake Trahern is hiding a much bigger game in his lair. Lone intruder Melinda willingly enters Drake's game of sexual surrender, which comes with a dangerous cost. The second story is about a hunky stranger named Danek, who is visiting planet Earth to deliver a package for his lord commander, and to search for his bondmate. When Danek meets Angela, he must do what it takes to seduce the woman of his dreams. Finally, we have a forbidden love affair, where Gwen falls in love with her husband's knight, and faces terrible consequences.

In at #7, is "Enemy Be Mine" by Sienne Mynx. Shane Lafferty is a wanted man, but when Agent Raelynn Traylor learns the truth about him, she is determined to risk her life and career to prove his innocence. While justice guides Raelynn in this dangerous journey, her passion for the criminal puts her at great risk. Meanwhile, Shane must cooperate despite being an outlaw, in order to be with his unlikely lover.

Coming in at #8, is "The Farther He Runs" by Lynda Aicher. Marine comrades Tanner and Finn, have a strong bond forged under unimaginable conditions, as with any brotherhood formed in combat. Back home, when Finn ends up in a rafting accident and is severely injured, Tanner is willing to do anything for his fallen brother. But when the sexual tension becomes unbearable, both are faced with the conflict of crossing the platonic line, and risking the core of their friendship.

Marine comrades Tanner and Finn, have a strong bond forged under unimaginable conditions, as with any brotherhood formed in combat.

And last but not least at #9, is "Sevin" by Elizabeth Amber. Lord Sevin Satyr indulges in the pursuit of sexual desires in his pleasure house. When the gorgeous Alexa walks in, Sevin knows he is in trouble, as she is considered a "persona non grata." Both try to resist their attraction for one another, but it becomes increasingly difficult.