This week's episode is full of tension, forced proximity, and secret pining. Jordan and Devonnie have their top 5 marriage of convenience romance recommendations for you, plus bonus recs if you still haven't had enough! Marriage of convenience in romance is when two characters (usually two who can't stand each other) agree to get married for a previously agreed upon amount of time to fulfill some kind of requirement. These can range from keeping citizenship, meeting a stipulation to receive an inheritance, or improving their public image. The agreements create forced proximity and a whole lot of sexual tension! And who doesn't love a good "My Wife" moment?!Send us a textSupport the showhttps://substack.com/@romancerecspodcast https://www.instagram.com/romancerecspod/https://www.threads.net/@romancerecspod
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Deep Dive: The Throne of Broken Gods
This one is for fans of Amber V. Nicole's Gods and Monsters series. In part two of a three part deep dive, Jordan and Devonnie recap the entirety of "The Thorne of Broken Gods" in preparation for the latest installment- The Wrath of the Fallen (out October 28th, 2025). *This episode is FULL of spoilers for The Throne of Broken Gods and some spoilers through book 3. **Part 1 is already out and be sure to subscribe to the substack for access to part 3.Send us a textSupport the showhttps://substack.com/@romancerecspodcast https://www.instagram.com/romancerecspod/https://www.threads.net/@romancerecspod
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Deep Dive: The Book of Azrael
For fans of Amber V. Nicole's Gods and Monsters series. In part one of a three part deep dive, Jordan and Devonnie recap the entire The Book of Azrael in preparation for the latest installment- The Wrath of the Fallen (out October 28th, 2025). *This episode is FULL of spoilers for The Book of Azrael and some spoilers through book 3. **Part 2 will be out later this week and be sure to subscribe to the substack for access to part 3.Send us a textSupport the showhttps://substack.com/@romancerecspodcast https://www.instagram.com/romancerecspod/https://www.threads.net/@romancerecspod
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Shadow Daddies
Jordan and Devonnie are back to bring you their most anticipated trope: Shadow Daddies. These are morally grey, brooding, possesive, weidlers of shadow magic who usually are only soft for the women they love. You've probably heard the term "shadow daddy" when readers describe popular characters like Xaden from Fourth Wing, Dorian Havilliard from Throne of Glass and Azriel from ACOTAR. But these MMC's are only the beginning to what a fictional man can do with their shadows. Send us a textSupport the showhttps://substack.com/@romancerecspodcast https://www.instagram.com/romancerecspod/https://www.threads.net/@romancerecspod
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Dark Academia
Grab a cozy blanket, light your candles, pour yourself some tea, and get ready for these recs! Devonnie and Jordan give your their top dark academia romance. Full of mysteries, broody MMCs, in the most moody atmospheric settings. From traditionally published titles to new indie releases you're sure to add something new to your TBR.To stay up to date and get bonus content make sure to subsribe to our substack.Send us a textSupport the showhttps://substack.com/@romancerecspodcast https://www.instagram.com/romancerecspod/https://www.threads.net/@romancerecspod
We're 3 romance obsessed besties sharing book recs broken down by genres and tropes, so you can be sure you’re getting exactly what you want out of your next read. We do the research so you don’t have to. You'll find new indie authors, the hottest new releases, interviews, and more. Our different tastes make sure we’ve got something for everyone here at Romance Recs. Mature content is discussed.
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