10 Villain Gets The Girl Romance Books To Swoon Over!

This post is all about the hottest Villain Gets The Girl Romance Books

Oh, my book-loving bestie! Have you ever swooned over the bad boy, hoping deep down that he’d win the heart of his love interest? Well, grab your favorite cozy blanket, a cup of tea (or wine, I won’t judge), and let’s dive into the world of villains who get the girl! You know, sometimes it’s not the hero with the shining armor but the dark and brooding villain that makes us weak at the knees. I mean, who doesn’t love a love story with a wicked twist? These baddies might be up to no good, but when they fall in love, it’s an absolute swoonfest!

So, buckle up, bestie, because we’re about to explore 10 villain romance books that will have you questioning why you ever rooted for the hero in the first place. And yes, I know, you’re secretly already on team villain, aren’t you? Let’s get to it!

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10 Villain Gets The Girl Romance Books To Swoon Over!
10 Villain Gets The Girl Romance Books To Swoon Over!

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1. “A Touch of Darkness” by Scarlett St. Clair

If you love Greek mythology with a dark twist, this Hades and Persephone retelling is going to make your heart race! Hades, our brooding villain, can’t keep away from Persephone. Their chemistry is off the charts, and trust me, bestie, you’ll be rooting for this bad boy to get the girl from the very first page. 

2. “Vicious” by L.J. Shen

This is one villain you’ll want to root for, even though he’s got a dark side! Vicious is not just his name—it’s his personality. But when he finally falls for Emilia, it’s game over. The angst, the tension, the push and pull—it’s everything we love in a villain romance. You’ll definitely swoon, and maybe a little part of you will wonder if you should be falling for a guy this dangerous.

3. “The Shadows Between Us” by Tricia Levenseller

The Shadow King is more than just your average villain—he’s dark, powerful, and completely captivating. Alessandra has plans to take his throne, but instead, she starts to fall for the very villain she intended to destroy. Plot twist, bestie, plot twist! Will the villain get the girl and keep his throne? You’ll have to read to find out! 

4. “Ruthless Creatures” by J.T. Geissinger

Enemies-to-lovers and mafia romance lovers, this one is for you! Kage is the kind of villain who does not play by the rules, and Natalie is drawn to his dangerous side. His love is intense, dark, and possessive—exactly what we swoon over in a villain romance! Get ready for twists, turns, and some serious steamy scenes.

5. “Cruel Prince” by Holly Black

Cardan Greenbriar might just be the king of villains in YA fantasy. His snark, cruelty, and irresistible charm make him the ultimate bad boy you’ll love to hate—and then love even more when he falls for Jude. The tension between them will have you on the edge of your seat, rooting for this wicked prince to get his girl.

6. “Kingdom of the Wicked” by Kerri Maniscalco

Bestie, are you ready for some dark magic and even darker romance? Wrath, one of the Princes of Hell, has major villain energy. But when he crosses paths with Emilia, let’s just say sparks fly—dangerous, electrifying sparks! This one’s perfect if you love a villain with supernatural vibes who’s not afraid to show his softer side (eventually).

7. “Desperate Measures” by Katee Robert

This villain retelling of Jasmine and Jafar is an absolute must-read! Jafar is the dark, dangerous, and possessive villain who’s willing to do whatever it takes to get Jasmine. And when I say whatever it takes, bestie, I mean whatever it takes! This steamy romance is a villain’s playground and you won’t be able to put it down.

8. “The Hades Hangmen Series” by Tillie Cole

Meet Styx, the president of an outlaw motorcycle club with a heart as dark as his leather jacket. But when Mae enters his life, we see that even the darkest villains can have a soft side. This series has all the bad boy, villainous vibes you crave—along with a sizzling romance to keep you hooked! 

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9. “Rhapsodic” by Laura Thalassa

The Bargainer is a villain who knows how to make a deal. But what happens when he falls for the girl he’s supposed to be manipulating? This paranormal romance will have you falling hard for Des and his morally grey choices. It’s dark, magical, and oh-so-swoonworthy. 

10. “Bound by Honor” by Cora Reilly

Mafia romance at its finest, bestie! Luca is the ultimate villain—cold, calculated, and dangerous. But when he’s forced into a marriage with Aria, things get very interesting. This enemies-to-lovers story will make you fall head over heels for the ruthless Luca, and you’ll be cheering for him to win the girl against all odds.

That was a rollercoaster of feels, wasn’t it? These villains might not wear capes, but they sure know how to make our hearts race! Whether it’s their mysterious aura, the way they’re bad for all the right reasons, or the swoon-worthy romance they bring, these books are everything we love about falling for the bad guy. You know what they say—every villain has a story, and when they fall in love, it’s nothing short of epic.

if you’ve been swooning as hard as I have over these villainous romances, don’t keep all that bookish excitement to yourself! You and I both know there’s nothing like the thrill of recommending a good villain romance to a fellow reader. So, if you haven’t already, hit that subscribe button below and let’s keep gushing about our favorite dark romance reads together! I’ve got more book recs coming your way, so you don’t want to miss out. Let’s keep this villain-loving train going, bestie!

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