Best Penelope Ward Books

The best books by Penelope Ward — 6 titles spanning Romance, averaging 3.92 on Goodreads.

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Penelope Ward built her romance career on a particular kind of chemistry: two people who probably shouldn't work, circling each other until they inevitably do. Hate Notes is a good example of her formula — antagonism that tips slowly into something warmer, with banter sharp enough to carry the tension before the emotion arrives. Her writing is fast-paced and dialogue-driven, built for readers who want the romantic stakes front and center rather than buried in subplot. The Rush Duet shows she can sustain that energy across a longer arc without losing momentum. Ward often writes with co-author Vi Keeland, and their collaborations share a breezy confidence — the prose never gets in its own way. For readers who want contemporary romance that moves quickly and lands its emotional beats without overcomplicating things, Ward is a reliable bet.

Penelope Ward's highest-rated book in our collection is Hate Notes (4.11 on Goodreads). Browse the full list below.

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    Hate Notes

    by Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward

    ★ 4.11 Goodreads (83.4K ratings)
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    Rebel Heart

    Rush Duet • Book 2

    by Penelope Ward, Vi Keeland

    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (22.4K ratings)
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    Gentleman Nine

    by Penelope Ward

    ★ 3.99 Goodreads (15.0K ratings)
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    The Rules of Dating My Best Friend's Sister

    The Law of Opposites Attract • Book 2

    by Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward

    ★ 4.02 Goodreads (7.4K ratings)
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    The Christmas Pact

    by Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Andi Arndt, Sebastian York

    ★ 3.64 Goodreads (26.4K ratings)
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    Sleighed

    by Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Andi Arndt, Teddy Hamilton, Sebastian York, Zachary Webber, Maxine Mitchell

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    A luxury Cabo vacation becomes the prize in a 'worst breakup story' contest, pairing two strangers whose Christmas disasters qualify them for paradise. This holiday romance explores how shared misery can spark unexpected connections.

    ★ 3.71 Goodreads (1.5K ratings)
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