Genre Deep Dive

This Week in Enemies To Lovers — Week of May 18, 2026

by Book Report · May 18, 2026 · 2 min read
King of Gluttony by Ana Huang added 7,915 ratings this week — one of the largest gains among all Enemies To Lovers titles. Here's what else moved.

New Enemies To Lovers Releases

King of Gluttony by Ana Huang

Published: April 28, 2026

This new release has seen significant traction, with its rating increase outpacing many other new titles in the genre. The combination of a childhood rivalry and secret obsession between the two main characters seems to be drawing readers in.

Stats: 19,821 → 27,736 (+7,915)

In Her Own League by Liz Tomforde

Published: March 3, 2026

While not as substantial as King of Gluttony's gain, In Her Own League still shows a notable increase, indicating sustained interest in new Enemies To Lovers releases. The premise of a female team owner and a male field manager with a history of conflict appeals to readers looking for workplace romances.

Stats: 140,475 → 146,747 (+6,272)

Bulletproof by K.M. Moronova

Published: April 28, 2026

Bulletproof, another recent release, demonstrates a considerable growth rate, albeit from a smaller base. Its dark romance elements and the setup of a dangerous, elite special ops world seem to be attracting readers.

Stats: 3,624 → 4,654 (+1,030)

My Dreadful Darling by H.D. Carlton

Published: April 21, 2026

This title also saw a significant increase, with its dark, suspenseful romance and themes of vengeance and redemption likely contributing to its appeal.

Stats: 6,417 → 8,093 (+1,676)

Enemies To Lovers Backlist Risers

Insatiable by Leigh Rivers

Published: August 10, 2023

Insatiable shows a steady, ongoing increase, suggesting that backlist titles in the Enemies To Lovers genre continue to attract readers. The dark romance and second-chance elements likely contribute to its enduring appeal.

Stats: 168,105 → 169,980 (+1,875)

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, Anna Quindlen, Bill Nighy, Sophie Wilde, Will Poulter, Toheeb Jimoh, Patricia Allison, Bertie Carvel, Leah Harvey, David Gyasi, Rosalind Eleazar, Lulu Raczka, Jessie Buckley, Marisa Abela, Harris Dickinson, Glenn Close, Marianne Jean-baptiste

Published: September 9, 2025

Pride and Prejudice, a classic in the genre, continues to see growth, albeit at a slower pace. Its timeless themes and well-developed characters ensure it remains relevant to modern readers.

Stats: 4,902,809 → 4,907,657 (+4,848)

The Takeaway

This week, new Enemies To Lovers releases dominated the growth charts, with King of Gluttony by Ana Huang leading the pack with a 7,915 rating increase. However, backlist titles like Insatiable by Leigh Rivers and the classic Pride and Prejudice also showed notable gains, indicating that both new and established works in the genre continue to attract readers. The strong performance of recent releases suggests that the Enemies To Lovers genre remains vibrant, driven by reader interest in stories of conflict, romance, and redemption. Pick of the Week goes to King of Gluttony — its large rating increase in a single week puts it ahead of many other titles in the genre, demonstrating the enduring appeal of childhood rivalries turned romances.

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