23 Enemies-to-Lovers Books That Turn Rivalry to Romance

"Destiny's Captive" ($8)

Beverly Jenkins, one of the most loved romance writers, delivers enemies-to-lovers excellence with "Destiny's Captive." Noah and Pilar's relationship starts with the exact opposite of a meet-cute: she steals his ship and leaves him tied up! Of course, he vows to seek revenge, and he sets out to find her. But when he does, the two can't help but realize they have more in common than they think — all while helping one another come to terms with the harsher parts of the past.