Harlequin Review

The name that defined romance publishing. Harlequin's site is still a lovely place to shop for a new book, with new releases every month, themed collections and subscriptions that send favourite series straight to you.

The current shelves show the range: hockey romance, with Rachel Reid's Heated Rivalry and Game Changer in deluxe limited editions, cosy Christmas romance, romantic suspense and cozy mysteries for autumn. I browsed on a chilly evening under a blanket and ended up with a basket far fuller than I'd planned. Romance shopping is clearly my weakness.

You can read some stories free online, and spending $30 gets you free shipping, which is a very easy target for a romance fan with a long wish list. From the sweet Love Inspired and Heartwarming lines to steamier reads, there's a Harlequin book for every mood.

Some brands fade with time. This one still feels like an old friend with excellent taste.