The Smuttiest, Spiciest Erotic Novels, According to BookTok

Spicy, dirty books without a doubt, they have conquered the world. Whether it's romantic erotic novels with a maximum heat level of ten or delicious Enemies-lovers romancethe possibilities for vibrant scenes are endless. Like reading options from which there are many.

This is where Spicy BookTok comes to the rescue. There are many book corners here. TikTok for all types of records, and Spice is no exception. If you're looking for a hot and raunchy read, BookTokers has you covered, no matter your preference. Want to read about workplace rivals who are forced to team up and fight their painfully obvious mutual attraction and angst? Or a princess who's been captured by a charmingly handsome fairy king (or pirate, or vampire)? Perhaps you're looking for a book filled with praise, monster smut, or polyamorous romance. Or maybe you just don't know what you want until you find it. No matter what your mood is, BookTok sure has recommendations for it.

Part of the reason racy books are so appealing to readers is that they provide a safe space for fantasy to develop. There is no pearl-clutching or shame associated with sexuality in these pages; instead, these sex scenes can be seen as empowering, unifying, and just plain hot. And while not all racy readers are, of course, women, it's worth noting that many of these novels appeal to the female gaze in a way that few other erotic mediums do, creating an opportunity for women to acknowledge their fantasies in a comfortable, private and personal way – and on their own terms. What's more, there are plenty of racy books out there that feature inclusive characters and couples, and the romances have queerness at their core.

So where to start? It's a great question, and to help you out, we consulted some book influencers and booktokers to compile a list of their favorite racy and raunchy erotic novels. So get comfortable, take a bath, and charge your Kindle for the perfect evening of reading and vaping.

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Nocticadia by Keri Lake

I highly recommend Nocticadia by Keri Lake! This book is the perfect blend of dark academics with spicy romance that creates a story you won't want to put down while also giving you a morally questionable MMC (male protagonist) to ask for.
— Maddie from BookGhost

House of the Rhine from Harley LaRue

House of the Rhine this is the sapphic romance that nightmares are made of! It's moody and atmospheric, deliciously spicy and incredibly scary, and I just couldn't put it down.
— Lesya LitSLesya

Heated rivalry Rachel Reed

As a big fan of rivals/enemies to lovers, I found this book to be a delight. The perfect combination of chemistry, romance, desperation, hockey and thrills. (Big news – HBO just updated TV adaptation of the second season.)
– Cat LittleBlondeBook

Without a face by Chelsea Courtauld

Speaking of hockey romances, it was nice to see a female NHL player in this one!
– Cat LittleBlondeBook

Ladies in hate Alexandra Vasti

For lovers of Regency romance who crave strange stories: Ladies in hate Alexandra Vasti, the latest book in the Belvior Library series, delivers exactly what you've been craving. Two rival gothic writers are locked in an equally gothic manor! A page-turning mystery that complicates the plot! And a cute dog – what more could you ask for? Read the enemies-to-lovers storyline; stay for the haunting (and hot) sapphic longing.
—Sam Valentineromance bookseller

Not very nice by Megan Quinn

If you haven't read Not very nice Megan Quinn – What are you doing with your life? This Pretty WomanA book inspired by fake dates, hilarious, tear-inducing jokes, and unrivaled sexual tension. One of the best rom-coms I've ever read! I highly recommend it! —Tess from Bookedupchick

Bloodshed Molly Doyle

If you like to question your morals after reading a book… read this! However, check the trigger warnings first. —Shania from Small talk with Shania

Bourbon and secrets Victoria Wilder

From the very first page, Bourbon and secrets I was hooked by its fast pace and exciting plot. I'll never forget how they played with bourbon in their intimate setting – it added such a sexy and unique atmosphere. The involvement of Lincoln's daughters brought real warmth, and the wit, plot and everything else were just perfect. — Ariana from Ari Dark Romantic

Cruel Prince Sophie Lark

The queen of the mafia romance subgenre is Sophie Lark. Each of her books has different romantic tropes and different twists, so there's something for everyone. Trust me, her books are not only extremely exciting and very spicy, but they feature badass women who bring strong men to their knees! Start with Cruel Princerepresenting a marital romance between enemies and lovers. —Madison from Paperback Princess

Weathering the storm Elliot Rose

I was completely hooked by the forbidden tension in Weathering the storm— the age difference, the forced closeness, and the slow buildup between Briar and Storm were so good. The spice was very intense and I loved watching Briar find her voice and fight for the future she wants, even if it meant being with her step-uncle and dealing with the verdict. —Ariana

Cash Jessica Peterson

When a city girl inherits her father's farm, there's a catch: she'll have to live and work on it for a year. Enter Cash, a brooding and no-nonsense cowboy who makes it very clear that she doesn't belong here. If the phrase “save a horse, ride a cowboy” makes your heart race, Cash will leave you swooning. —Madison from Madi can't stop reading

Meeting with Dr. Deal by Nisha Sharma

Romance books allow me to live vicariously through characters who have far more interesting lives than I do. I'm reading now Meeting with Dr. Deal Nisha Sharma, and this book single-handedly proved why I like fictional men more than real men. — Ayman from AymansBooks

Fall from India Place Samantha Young

If there's one book a hopeless romantic should read before he dies, it's this book…Fall from India Place Samantha Young. It has the best romantic scenes I've ever read in a book, as well as the best racy scenes. It will tug at your heartstrings and sometimes you will want to rip your heart out to give it to Marco (the main man). — Anita from Anitas Library

It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey

It Happened One Summer Tessa Bailey's was the first book I read and oh my god it was amazing. It's a sweet yet steamy romance story about a wild L.A. girl named Piper who is sent to the fishing town of Westport to run her late father's dive bar and learn to be independent. She receives a less than warm welcome from none other than a grumpy young fisherman named Brendan.