Here is a list of books to read before you re-download a dating app! Kidding, but seriously, every bibliophile needs a solid foundation of modern-romance books that are able to set your heart on fire and maybe even regain some optimism in today's dating horror shows (if not optimism, more room for paranoia?). Specifically, books where the conversations are stimulating and there are true stakes and/or room for reflection. Please share your best (regular adult, not YA) reads for when the vibe is sexy.

Keywords: soft, titillating, cerebral