Bully Romance Books
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If you’re anything like me, there’s something irresistible about a romance that hurts so good. You know the kind—where the tension crackles like static, the banter cuts deep, and you’re left clutching your Kindle at 2 a.m., wondering why your heart is still racing. That’s the magic of bully romance books.
These stories aren’t about picture-perfect love. They’re messy, raw, emotionally charged, and often toe the line between love and hate in a way that keeps us absolutely hooked. The heroes? Often arrogant, wounded, or infuriatingly smug. The heroines? Fierce, resilient, and ready to throw just as many punches (verbal or otherwise) as they take. But beneath all that angst and tension?
There’s undeniable chemistry that refuses to be ignored…
🔥 Quick List: Bully Romance Books
- Vicious (Sinners of Saint #1) by L.J. Shen
- Punk 57 by Penelope Douglas
- Untouchable by Sam Mariano
- Tryst Six Venom by Penelope Douglas
- Fear Me by B.B. Reid
- The Boys of Brayshaw High by Meagan Brandy
- King of Corium by C. Hallman
- The Ritual by Shantel Tessier
- Dear Ava by Ilsa Madden-Mills
- Bad Boy Blues by Saffron A. Kent
- The Lies We Tell by Becca Steele
- Sick Boys by Clarissa Wild
- Deviant King (Royal Elite #1) by Rina Kent
- Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh
- Moon Kissed by Ruby Vincent
- Worse Than Enemies by J.L. Beck
- Brutal Game by Jo Brenner
- Trick Me Twice by Becca Steele
- Fall by McKayla Box
- Church by K.G. Reuss
Bully Romance Books: 20 Unputdownable Reads for Fans of Angst and Enemies-to-Lovers Vibes
Whether it’s a high school hallway showdown, an elite academy full of secrets, or a twisted dark romance where power dynamics are constantly shifting, bully romance books deliver a reading experience that’s impossible to forget. These are the books that make your heart ache and flutter all at once—and honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
So, if you’re in the mood for something deliciously intense, full of emotional roller coasters, complicated characters, and love stories that come with sharp edges, you’re in the right place. I’ve rounded up a romance book list of the best bully romance books out there—each one highly rated and guaranteed to pull you deep into its angsty world.
The Lies We Tell
Enemies-to-lovers meets elite university secrets in this fast-paced, twisty romance. Winter’s trying to survive a new school, but Zayde—the brooding, dangerous type—isn’t making it easy. With lies, tension, and undeniable chemistry, this one is perfect for fans of dark romance set against a glamorous backdrop.
More info →Church
This one’s dark, haunting, and unapologetically twisted. Church is the mysterious outcast who becomes the center of her world—whether she wants him to or not. With gothic vibes, psychological depth, and a romance that’s both obsessive and magnetic, Church will leave you breathless in the best way.
More info →Fall
She was the girl he once broke. Now she’s back, and she’s not afraid of him anymore. Fall is about pain, healing, and the fine line between hate and love. If you’re into bully romances where the heroine takes her power back, this one hits all the right emotional notes.
More info →Trick Me Twice
He humiliated her, and now he’s back—just in time for revenge. Or maybe something else entirely. This high school bully romance has all the cat-and-mouse tension you crave, with layers of angst, redemption, and chemistry that simmers beneath the surface.
More info →Brutal Game
In this college-set dark romance, Savannah is thrown into a deadly game where Damon—her worst enemy—is both her greatest threat and her only ally. Brutal Game is full of violent secrets, forced proximity, and enemies with sizzling chemistry. Dark, gritty, and totally addictive.
More info →Worse Than Enemies
He made her life hell, and now he wants her heart? Yes, it’s one of those stories. Luca is cruel and unapologetically alpha, but when Aspen is forced to live with him, their fire turns into something a lot more complicated. Worse Than Enemies is a fast-paced bully romance with heat, heart, and plenty of drama.
More info →Moon Kissed
Think secret societies, supernatural secrets, and a girl caught in the middle of powerful, dangerous men. This reverse harem bully romance kicks off with betrayal and grows into something twistedly addictive. Moon Kissed is perfect for readers who love dark magic, angst, and multiple possessive love interests.
More info →Binding 13
This slow-burn Irish sports romance is tender, emotional, and deeply character-driven. Johnny is the rugby star with the weight of the world on his shoulders. Shannon is shy, sweet, and used to being invisible. Their friendship is healing, and their romance is a gut punch of vulnerability, trauma, and love. Bring tissues.
More info →Deviant King (Royal Elite #1)
Aiden King is cruel, gorgeous, and utterly untouchable. Elsa just wants to survive senior year, but when he sets his sights on her, things get complicated—and dangerous—fast. With its elite school setting, sizzling tension, and a web of secrets, Deviant King is dark romance crack for fans of cruel heroes with hidden depths.
More info →Sick Boys
Three dark, dangerous guys. One girl with nothing left to lose. This reverse harem romance is chaotic, intense, and full of edge. You’ll find yourself caught in the twisted push-pull of obsession, revenge, and unexpected love. If you like dark themes, possessive men, and forbidden connections, this is your jam.
More info →Vicious (Sinners of Saint #1)
Vicious is the kind of love interest you hate to love—cold, ruthless, and infuriatingly magnetic. When Emilia comes back into his life, he's not the same boy who tormented her in high school—he's even worse. But between the insults and tension, something electric sparks. This enemies-to-lovers romance is deliciously angsty, perfectly messy, and impossible to put down.
More info →Bad Boy Blues
Zach is the boy who bullied Cleo for years, but now he's back—and she’s not the same girl he used to pick on. This book delivers second-chance tension, rich-guy vibes, and serious enemies-to-lovers heat. If you're in the mood for angst with a side of smoldering redemption, this one delivers.
More info →Dear Ava
After surviving something traumatic, Ava is just trying to get through her senior year. Enter Knox, the brooding football player with secrets of his own. Their connection is unexpected and healing, even as they navigate pain and trust.
More info →The Ritual
Dark academia meets secret societies in this wickedly steamy story. Ryat is assigned to “protect” Blakely, but their relationship is anything but safe. This book dives deep into dominance, secrets, and the blurred lines between love and control. If you like possessive heroes and mysterious rituals, this is one to binge.
More info →King of Corium
This dark college bully romance throws you into the icy, isolated world of Corium University—where power games and punishment are just part of student life. Aspen never asked to be here, and Quinton, the cold-hearted king of the school, makes sure she knows her place. King of Corium is chilling, addictive, and full of cruel chemistry.
More info →The Boys of Brayshaw High
Welcome to Brayshaw High, where power runs the show and the boys rule everything. Raven’s new, tough, and not about to back down—especially not to the three untouchable guys who run the school. This is an addicting, drama-filled bully romance with secrets, slow burn vibes, and alpha males who don’t know what to do with a girl like her.
More info →Fear Me
Keiran Masters is terrifying. Lake Monroe knows it—she’s lived in fear of him since they were kids. But when she returns after a mysterious absence, he makes it clear that the game isn’t over. Dark, dangerous, and incredibly twisted, Fear Me is not for the faint of heart.
More info →Tryst Six Venom
This f/f enemies-to-lovers romance is brimming with sexual tension, cruelty, and messy emotions. Clay and Olivia are cheerleaders with a serious hate-hate relationship… until it slowly morphs into something else. Add in secret kisses, painful truths, and a raw exploration of identity, and you’ve got a sapphic bully romance that hits just as hard emotionally as it does romantically
More info →Untouchable
Carter Mahoney is the kind of guy you’re not supposed to root for... but you’ll probably do it anyway. He’s arrogant, entitled, and completely obsessed with Zoey, the sweet, quiet girl he can't leave alone. Untouchable is dark, twisted, and toe-curlingly intense. If you’re into morally gray characters and power dynamics that push the envelope, this one delivers.
More info →Punk 57
A mistaken-identity pen-pal romance turned steamy high school enemies-to-lovers rollercoaster? Yes, please. Ryen and Misha have written to each other for years, never meeting, until Misha discovers who Ryen really is—and he’s not impressed. Raw, emotional, and rebellious, Punk 57 is a chaotic slow burn full of teenage angst and sexual tension that practically sizzles off the page.
More info →Final Thoughts on Bully Romance Books
Whew, that was a wild ride, wasn’t it?
Bully romance books truly have a way of getting under your skin—in the best, most emotionally devastating way. They remind us that love isn’t always gentle, that sometimes the road to happily ever after is paved with heartbreak, growth, and a whole lot of tension. And honestly? That’s part of what makes these stories so unforgettable.
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Whether you’re drawn to the bad boy with a broken past, the elite school drama with secret grudges, or the slow-burn enemies-to-lovers dynamic that keeps you on edge, there’s something so deliciously compelling about this trope. And I hope this list gave you a few new books to add to your TBR—and maybe even a new favorite couple to obsess over.
If you’ve read any of these titles, or if you have a bully romance that totally wrecked you (in the best way), I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment or send me a message.
Until next time, happy reading—and may your next book give you all the feels 💖📖