But that stereotype couldnt be further from the truth.

This month we review 5 titles that do just that.

Without question, Dare is the funniest author of historical romance working today (perhaps ever).

August Romance

Credit: Avon Books; Harper Collins(2); Simon and Schuster; Carina Press

Dare sensitively crafts Pennys past trauma, layering it in ever so subtly until the third act reveal.

scenes are on fire per usual) and her hilariously distinctive voice.

Its deliciously funny, endearingly sweet, and engrossingly emotional in ways that feel courageous and heartfelt.

Alisha Rai

Harper Collins

Unfortunately, Nico Rosso never quite lives up to the promise of that delightful invitation.

But he sure does try.

Thomas is the rare aristocrat willing to overthrow the whole damn system to stand by what he values.

Tessa Dare

Avon Books

Sidelined

Simon and Schuster

Ruby Lang

Carina Press

Nico Rosso