The best romance books with strong, confident female main characters

Annabel Allan Author Of Edgeplay
By Annabel Allan

Who am I?

I definitely wouldn’t say I’m an expert…but I definitely have a passion for the topic of dominant, strong women! Especially when it comes to kink and BDSM, but in all aspects of life. I think most readers would agree, we are sick of seeing the Damsel in Distress and want someone who can kick some serious butt. I connect strongly with those stronger, sassier characters, and aim to write the same for other readers to connect with.

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Edgeplay

By Annabel Allan

Book cover of Edgeplay

What is my book about?

Ava Goode leads a double life, working in insurance during the day and dominating her clients at night. Then she starts getting strange phone calls, a bouquet of white roses, unsigned notes…she doesn’t have time for some secret admirer, especially when she meets her father’s employee, Gabriel Burton…will he resist Ava’s dominance or kneel before her, like a good boy?

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The Books I Picked & Why

Lessons on Seduction

By Estelle Pettersen

Book cover of Lessons on Seduction

Why this book?

I definitely recommend Lessons On Seduction because not only is main character Julian Richland a perfect book boyfriend, but main character Sapphire Blake is confident, sexy, and whip-smart. She’s not your typical “church mouse” but so relatable to those who have grown up in a sheltered world. She can be both spicy and sweet, unleashing her vulnerability while being dominant in the bedroom. She’s everything you want your heroine to be!

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Joshua

By Callie Carmen

Book cover of Joshua

Why this book?

Joshua's main character and fiery Italian babe Bella is spot on! She’s got the confidence, she’s sassy, and has that typical Italian hot temper. Not dominant per say, but she’s powerful and has a certain charisma and charm. She’s relatable to those who know what they want and seek it out. I also like her softer side…which you will have to read to find out about!

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Paging Dr. Turov

By Gibby Campbell

Book cover of Paging Dr. Turov

Why this book?

Paging Dr. Turov may seem like an odd choice because it doesn’t feature a dominant woman, but a submissive one. Abby Shea has the vulnerability of a submissive, yes. But what’s important about being a submissive in the BDSM world is having the strength to be one. Though it seems strange to some, being submissive means you’re the stronger of the two in the dynamic. Abby has the softness but shows she’s strong enough to submit to the hero, Victor. It’s definitely one of the better BDSM romances out there!

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Out of the Ashes

By Keren Hughes

Book cover of Out of the Ashes

Why this book?

In Out of the Ashes our heroine, Jenna Morgan, is another great example of the strength needed…this time to preserver. She starts over, which can be scary, but does it with confidence. She enjoys her newfound freedom and gets a new tattoo…which leads to meeting our hero, Nate. Drama and tension ensue, Jenna proving she’s a strong, confident woman. 

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Music for a Merman (Sea of Love Book 2)

By Alice Renaud

Book cover of Music for a Merman (Sea of Love Book 2)

Why this book?

We’re going a little paranormal for my last recommendation! Music for a Merman is the second in the Sea of Love series. Our heroine, Charlie, is another who is confident, strong, and definitely has an attitude to boot! But that’s what you want in a main character—you want the flaws, the defiance, going against the grain. Alice captures that with Charlie. You want a main character with their own personality and opinions, to help capture and connect with readers!

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