The Best Enemies-to-Lovers Books for Our "Pride and Prejudice" Fans Out There

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The beauty of romance books and rom-com movies is that we get to live vicariously through the lives of our beloved characters. The tropes may be cheesy, but that hardly matters. They aren't actually real after all, so who cares if we indulge in them every once in a while? They're our guilty pleasure, and we're not ashamed! Out of all of the romance movies and books that we love, the enemies-to-lovers genre has got to be the best of 'em yet. But for our readers out there, there's nothing like opening up a new book and discovering all the details about two characters who initially hate each other, but then eventually can't live without one another. So, we created a list of the best books surrounding that enemies-to-lovers storyline that you'll want to read right now.

The second we mentioned what this article would be about, one book should have come to mind before all others. We're obviously referring to Pride and Prejudice! While most people may have watched different iterations of the movie (fun fact: Ladd Drummond loves the Keira Knightley version), the book has so many written details that our readers out there shouldn't miss out on. Also, the Jane Austen classic will turn 211 years old on January 28, 2024. Is it safe to say that Pride and Prejudice walked so that the rest of our favorite enemies-to-lovers books could run?

Read on for a riveting and nail-biting list of the best enemies-to-lovers books that you won't be able to put down.

Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice is the ultimate enemies-to-lovers story if you think about it. No two people despise each other more than Elizabeth Bennet (Eliza) and Fitzwilliam Darcy (Mr. Darcy), two individuals whom are part of two different social classes at the turn of the 19th century. Eliza thinks that Darcy is stuck up, while Mr. Darcy could never possibly marry someone as low as her. But when they put their "pride" and "prejudices" against one another aside, some magical things happen between the two.

The Unhoneymooners

Olive is used to things not going right for her. That's why she's not necessarily shocked when her soon-to-be-married sister and her future-hubby both get food poisoning before their wedding. This means that Olive must go on the post-wedding honeymoon for them (you know, so that they don't waste the money), alongside her brother-in-law's best man and her archenemy, Ethan. Will they be able to put their long history of bad-blood aside for a sweet, romantic getaway?

Red, White & Royal Blue

If you were to ask Alex—the sarcastic, witty, and charming, son of the U.S. president—who his sworn enemy was, his answer would come out almost immediately: Prince Henry! There's just something about the way the royal heir carries himself that rubs Alex the wrong way. When a public confrontation between the two spins out of control, it makes global news. Now, they must begin to act civil so that the bad press dies down. They fake it 'til they make it so much that they may actually start believing it themselves...

Fourth Wing

Fantasy book-connoisseurs, this one is for you! 20-something-year-old Violet doesn't want to become a dragon rider, but her mom (who also happens to be the commanding general) forces her to try. Naturally, every other candidate hates her for this act of nepotism, especially Xaden, who would do anything to see her fail. Still, neither of them can shake the undeniable attraction they feel toward each other, which makes things a little tough.

Book Lovers

Nora knows a little too much about the way romance novels work—it's all she focuses on as a New York City literary agent! This is precisely why she bumps heads with famed-book editor, Charlie. She knows the potential of her clients, no matter how critical he is of them. So, when she reluctantly agrees to a month-long vacation to the small-town of Sunshine Falls, North Carolina (with her little sister), you could imagine Nora's dismay when she realizes that Charlie is there, too. Will this be the start of Nora's own romance story?

The Hating Game

Lucy and Joshua are coworkers who couldn't be anymore different. Both working for different CEOs at the same company, Lucy takes a more positive, uplifting beat to the way she works. Joshua, on the other hand, is by the book (literally), and scoffs at Lucy's vibrant-colored clothes as he sits in his corporate-styled suits. When a single promotion at their company is up for grabs, the two will stop at nothing to get it. The thing about competition is: You've got to really get to know your opponent... in all the intimate ways!

The Cruel Prince

Jude, a human, knows that she doesn't really belong with the Faeries in the High Court—but it's where she was taken all those years ago against her will. Now, she strives to be just like them. Even the ones she hates, like Cardan (no matter how handsome he is). Still, she'll need to get close to him if she wants to learn his ways.

The Viscount Who Loved Me

Bridgteron fans, rise up! Did you know the hit Netflix show was inspired by a series of novels? This one focuses on Anthony Bridgerton, and the battle he goes through with his future wife's sister, Kate Sheffield. The two are immediately at odds, and he's not too sure why. He becomes even more confused when he starts to have romantic dreams about her. A love affair may ensue, but not before it causes some serious London gossip!

A Pho Love Story

Bao and Linh work at two competing family-owned Pho restaurants in town. Naturally, they've been at odds with each other growing up, but there may actually be a deeper reason to that. They've avoided the other for the most part in school, but when a string of fate brings them together, they remember what their "feud" was really all about.

The Spanish Love Deception

Catalina needs to think fast. She has told her entire family that she has a boyfriend (lie), and now her sister's wedding is coming up. With her ex-fiancé and his new boo also in attendance, she decides to bring a pretend-date with her who must act as her longtime lover. She'd prefer that this person not be Aaron, her unbearable nemesis from college, but desperate times call for desperate measures.

The Kiss Thief

Francesca Rossi is in love with Angelo Bandini and is sure she will marry him one day. Though, the future she dreams of is taken away from her when Senator Wolfe Keaton steps in, using her secrets against her as a way to blackmail her into marriage. The senator doesn't actually love Francesca, but instead wants to use this opportunity to take down her family. However, the more time the two spend together, the more they uncover each other's layers.

Things We Never Got Over

Naomi is known for having a big heart, and it's proven again when she drops everything to help her evil twin sister in "her time of need." Once again, her sister has left her to fend for herself, but this time, Naomi is unsure of how to fix this situation. That's where Knox comes in: The completely unromantic type of guy who catches Naomi right when she's about to fall. They don't warm up to each other right away, but one thing is clear—there's some sort of spark brewing up!

You, with a View

Noelle is a young gal who is inspired by her late-grandmother's teenage love story. On a quest to find her grandmother's boyfriend from back in the day, she posts on social media in the hopes of finding an answer. When the supposed grandson of the man reaches out, Noelle becomes a little frazzled. Did it have to be Theo? Aka, the guy from high school she'd swore she'd never see again?

Beach Read

Augustus and January are two writer's with completely different styles. Augustus doesn't believe in creating happy endings in his literary novels, where as January has one in all of her original romance books. That's what makes their new deal with each other all the more interesting: To see who can write the best book in the other person's style. Hey, what else are you going to do when you're stuck on a beach for the summer?

Icebreaker

Anastasia is a figure skater who becomes rivals with Nate, the captain of an ice hockey league, when their college forces the two and their teams to share an ice rink. They both think they're entitled to the space, so you can imagine the arguments that ensue between the two throughout the year. One day, Anastasia is essentially forced to seek the help of Nate when her usual skating partner gets hurt. She doesn't want to, but she knows that Nate is the only one who'll be able to train her.

Eligible

This list wouldn't be complete without a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice! This one, too, focuses on five sisters who struggle with finding love. Liz and Jane live in New York City while the rest of the crew stay back at home in Cincinnati. Liz and Jane return when their father faces some health issues—and upon returning, they're met with Chip and Darcy: One is a former contestant on a popular dating show, Eligible, the other a neurosurgeon. Let's just say Liz and Darcy don't get along at first... as we know!

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