If you're in the mood for some steamy, addictive romance reads, look no further! These five spicy Kindle Unlimited books will have you turning pages late into the night. Whether you love sports romance, fake dating, second-chance love, or bad-boy heroes, there's something here for every romance reader.
One of these books is even available as audiobook + eBook for free through Kindle Unlimited’s Read & Listen feature! Ready to dive in? Let’s get started.
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1. Double Fault by Ella Wren
📖 Tropes: Tennis Romance, Single Dad, Nanny Romance
🔥 Spice Level: High
In Double Fault, a grumpy tennis superstar finds himself in need of a nanny after the tragic loss of his wife. His new hire is not what he expected, and their constant clashes create some serious tension. But his daughter adores her, and soon enough, that tension turns into something much steamier.
💡 Why Read It?
Forced proximity & slow burn romance
A single dad hero balancing grief and newfound love
Features a tennis star on tour, adding fun sports drama
Diverse representation & a debut author to watch!
📚 Available on Kindle Unlimited – borrow it for free!
2. Desire, Served by Harvest Hayes
📖 Tropes: Tennis Romance, Coach-Athlete, Forbidden Romance
🔥 Spice Level: Very High
If you're in the mood for a quick, steamy novella, Desire to Serve is perfect. This taboo romance follows a rising tennis star and her bad-boy coach with an unconventional training style. Their undeniable chemistry turns practice into something much more intense.
💡 Why Read It?
Fast-paced and spicy – perfect for a one-sitting read
Strong, determined heroine and a broody, rebellious hero
Ideal for romance readers who love forbidden tension
📚 Available on Kindle Unlimited
3. The Striker by Ana Huang (Unpopular Opinion!)
📖 Tropes: Soccer Romance, Ballerina Romance, Rivals-to-Lovers
🔥 Spice Level: Moderate
The Striker follows a bad-boy soccer player and a determined ballerina facing a career setback. While they shouldn’t be together, their connection is undeniable. The catch? This book is way too long.
💡 Unpopular Opinion:
This story had potential, but at 500+ pages, it dragged in places. The lack of conflict made it feel slow, and while the romance was sweet, it didn’t pack enough tension to justify its length.
💡 Who Might Enjoy It?
Readers who love slow, character-driven romances
Fans of forbidden sports romance with angsty tension
📚 Available on Kindle Unlimited
4. Surprisingly Us by Erin Hawkins
📖 Tropes: Fake Dating, Childhood Friends-to-Lovers, Ballerina Romance
🔥 Spice Level: High
If you love fun, flirty rom-coms, you need to pick up Surprisingly Us. A dedicated ballerina is so focused on her career that she’s never dated. When her childhood best friend returns, they agree to a fake relationship—but of course, feelings start to get real.
💡 Why Read It?
Perfect for fans of Megan Quinn & R.S. Grey
A mix of city-girl rom-com vibes + emotional romance
A great balance of humor and spice
📚 Available on Kindle Unlimited
5. Best Friends for Never by Teagan Hunter
📖 Tropes: Second-Chance Romance, Celebrity Romance, Small-Town Romance
🔥 Spice Level: High
Teagan Hunter’s newest release, Best Friends for Never, is a celebrity romance meets small-town love story. A Hollywood playboy returns to his hometown and reconnects with the woman who once broke his heart.
💡 Why Read It?
Hallmark vibes but extra spicy
Second-chance love with sizzling chemistry
Small-town charm + Hollywood drama
🎧 Bonus: Available as an audiobook on Kindle Unlimited (Read & Listen)
📚 Available on Kindle Unlimited
Final Thoughts
If you love spicy romance and have a Kindle Unlimited subscription, these books are perfect for your next binge-read. Whether you're in the mood for sports romance, fake dating, childhood friends-to-lovers, or second-chance love, there’s something for everyone!
💬 Which of these books are you adding to your TBR? Let me know in the comments!
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