The filth in our stars: smutty romances to match your zodiac sign
Celestial guidance has never been this sinful
Astrology often gets a bad rap for making vague predictions and leading people astray. Haters will say that the positions of the planets at the time of your birth have no bearing on your daily life. But then, how do you explain a Cancerian’s ability to cry at the drop of a hat? Or a Sagittarian’s obsession with adventure and travel? Coincidence? We think not.
Say what you may, there has to be some cosmic game afoot when it comes to zodiac signs and how aptly they can explain our personalities and behaviours. Zodiac signs don’t just indicate your toxic traits, what career you’ll shine in or what sex toy will be your perfect chaddi buddy, they can also spotlight which fantasies and kinks will leave you hot and bothered. Are you a stubborn Taurus who needs a slow burn with a delicious payoff, or a Gemini who’ll get turned on by dirty talk and witty banter? Or better yet, you’re still exploring? Then you’re going to get off of with this list of the smuttiest, most tantalising reads paired perfectly to your zodiac sign. Get ready to see stars *wink*.
Smutty books according to your zodiac sign you simply must read
Aries: Power play
King of Sloth by Ana Huang
Aries, the bold and beautiful leader of the zodiac, brings their fiery dominance to the bedroom, craving excitement and control. A sexually-tense power dynamic? Right up their alley—making billionaire romances the perfect indulgence.
Ana Huang’s King of Sloth delivers just that. When playboy billionaire Xavier Castillo’s father suddenly passes, he is forced to clean up his act to secure his inheritance, and his publicist, Sloane Kensington, is tasked with keeping him in line. But when she lands on the very committee deciding his fate, their charged banter evolves into something deeper—clouding the distinction between business and pleasure. Though Sloane is a commanding publicist, when it comes to their relationship, Xavier is in power and makes Sloane’s sky-high emotional walls go weak. As they peel back each other’s layers emotionally and ahem…otherwise, Xavier and Sloane consider if they’ve just stumbled in the ‘forever after’ territory. This grumpy-meets-sunshine romance between two headstrong individuals will be the perfect fuel to fire up Aries’s imagination.
Taurus: Food play
Don’t Remind Me by Lacey Burke
The bulls of the zodiac are all about sensual sensory experiences. So a romance that involves taking dessert between the sheets is a sure-shot way to ready this earth sign for a decadent next course.
That’s exactly what Don’t Remind Me by Lacey Burke does. It takes the food out of the kitchen and into the bedroom with Dani and Jase. Dani Mills is thriving in a new city, planning a career-defining event until a last-minute catering change forces her to work with Jase Beauford, her ex’s older brother. Tall, confident, and infuriatingly charming, Jase is trouble. His food is unforgettable, his kisses even more so, and the more time Dani spends with him, the more she questions if she fell for the wrong brother all along. This racy, culinary romance makes for a great read for Taureans because it combines the two things they find irresistible—food and sex.
Gemini: Dirty talk
Getaway Girl by Tessa Bailey
Geminis thrive on words—witty banter, searching conversations, and of course, expertly delivered dirty talk. A sharp tongue is their ultimate weakness, making a steamy, dialogue-rich romance a perfect thrill.
And no one does it quite like Tessa Bailey when it comes to taut dialogue and explicit scenes that will have your toes curling nonstop. Getaway Girl follows Addison Potts who returns to her hometown, Charleston, after six years. She unexpectedly ends up as the getaway driver for her estranged cousin’s jilted groom, suave politician Elijah Montgomery Du Pont, helping him escape the media frenzy and public scandal of his high-profile wedding. An unlikely friendship—and more—sparks between the two, but with an election looming and the world watching, the timing couldn’t be worse for their love. Is Elijah ready to give up what could be an epic love story? Filled with copious amounts of sexy repartee and dirty talking in the bedroom, this one is sure to appease the kinky sensibilities of the first air sign of the zodiac.
Cancer: Gentle sex
Luv (Un) Arranged by N.M. Patel
Deeply intuitive, Cancerians prioritise emotional intimacy over everything else. You cannot go rough with these water babies, they’re all about gentle, sensual foreplay and easing into the final act rather than smashing into it.
Cancerians would thoroughly enjoy reading Luv (Un) Arranged, a contemporary slow-burn romance with an arranged marriage plot. The protagonists are Kriti, a strong-willed teacher, and Aakar, a businessman who becomes the first man to accept her three non-negotiable marriage conditions. Their formal as well as secret courtship blooms slowly and tantalisingly into a dreamy romance. However, after the big fat Indian wedding, Kriti struggles to fit into Aakar’s large joint family while staying true to herself. But the love growing between the two of them, mirrored by their growing intimacy and exploration between the sheets, helps her navigate love, duty, and identity. Cancerians will love their relationship, as well as the fresh take on arranged marriage.
Leo: Praise kink
Click by Brianna Michaels
The drama queens of the zodiac, Leos thrive on being the centre of attention everywhere, including in bed. They wouldn’t shy away from showing playful domination in bed and would enjoy nothing more than being praised and showered with compliments.
We recommend these lions read Click by Brianna Michaels. Fresh out of a breakup, Mak hires Carson, a boudoir photographer to shoot her. The same night, she joins a kinky dating app to explore her interest in primal play and matches with a handsome dom, who turns out to be Carson. As they explore their dynamic in and out of bed, Mak and Carson find themselves breaking all the rules of their kinky sex contract and developing what seems a lot like love. Carson’s words of encouragement and lavish praise during the photoshoot set Mak’s skin on fire, and the praise kink continues throughout their relationship, making this book ultra spicy. PS. Leos, avoid reading this one in public if you don’t want to keep looking over your shoulder.
Virgo: Office smut
A Deal With The Bossy Devil by Kyra Parso
Virgos are perfectionists—practical, sensual, and always in control. But when it comes to the bedroom, they love a little teasing and the thrill of something slightly risky.
A Deal with the Bossy Devil is just the perfect sexy, high-stakes romance for these control freaks. When low-level employee Ria costs billionaire Adrien Cloutier a $700M deal, she’s forced to become his personal assistant, available to him 24/7. Things heat up when she agrees to pose as his fake fiancée—partly to ward off unwanted dates, partly for revenge. But as their arrangement moves beyond casual hookups into real desire, these office enemies quickly enter the romance and love territory. Filled with plenty of racy exchanges and a little submission, this book is perfect for Virgos. Because nothing spells risqué like a forbidden workplace romance with a bad billionaire boss.
Libra: Role play
Start Me Up by Victoria Dahl
These charmers of the zodiac are perfectly represented by the scales—they know just how to balance naughty with nice when it comes to sex. They’re all in for passionate erotic experiences and wouldn’t mind changing things up with light role-play.
Start Me Up by Victoria Dahl would engage these fantasies perfectly. Lori, a mechanic never planned to stay in her hometown Tumble Creek, but when she inherits her dad’s auto shop, her plans take a sharp turn. Her best friend reasons that since Lori’s first desire to leave town was unsuccessful, she should try to accomplish her second desire—a no-strings-attached relationship. Enter Quinn Jennings, Molly’s no-nonsense, brainy architect brother who’s more than happy to skip the small talk and dive into the sheets with Lori. There’s plenty of role play involved with Quinn even reading Lori’s favourite romance books so they can re-enact her top fantasies in bed. But when someone starts scaring Lori and digging into her father’s past, Quinn’s protective instincts take over leading to an even more dangerous realisation—could this fling be more than just fun and games? This book combines smutty role play with an electric romance that’ll appeal perfectly to Librans’ romantic tendencies.
Scorpio: BDSM
Deep End by Ali Hazelwood
Scorpios have a reputation for intensity, passion, and a love for pushing boundaries—especially in the bedroom. They gravitate toward deep, emotional connections and aren’t afraid to explore the bold and taboo.
Move over 50 Shades of Grey, because Ali Hazelwood’s most erotic book yet hits the sweet spot between romance and BDSM. Scarlett, a Stanford University diver, determined to get into med school, is recovering from injury and has no time for relationships. Lukas, a disciplined swim captain and world champion, is just as committed to his goals. They have nothing in common, except, as they discover, they’re both into BDSM. To satisfy their mutual kink, Scarlett and Lukas agree to a no-strings arrangement. As the Olympics approach, their casual fling heats up and they realise, they may be swimming towards the deeper currents of love. Deep End has the kind of smut that’ll have you blushing and pausing for a breath in the middle of reading. With flaming hot BDSM elements and raw emotion, this one will have Scorpios hooked with equal parts heat and heart.
Sagittarius: Multiple partners
Faking with Benefits by Lily Gold
Sagittarians thrive on adventure, excitement, and the thrill of the unknown. Their love for freedom and new experiences means they’re open to unconventional dynamics, like having multiple partners who can open new worlds for them.
Even if in real life this fire sign is loyal and committed to their one and only, Faking with Benefits will let them live vicariously. Layla Thompson, a 28-year-old lingerie designer, is done with dating disasters. With her 30s approaching at breakneck speed, Layla’s determined to find her right match. Luckily, her three best friends—Josh, Zack, and Luke—hosts of a relationship advice podcast, step in as her ‘practice boyfriends’ to help her sharpen her dating skills. Three perfectly handsome men, saying the right things at the right time, what could go wrong? Fake dates and flirty lessons soon become real feelings, and Layla realises friendship isn’t enough—but who will be the one? Faking With Benefits is a sultry romance with plenty of dirty talking and adventurous sex, and it’s bound to get this fire sign hot and bothered.
Capricorn: Submission
Down and Dirty by Kendall Ryan
Capricorns are natural leaders, always in control—except when they secretly crave someone else taking charge, even if just for a little while behind closed doors.
With an age gap, a workplace setting, and a younger alpha hero, Down and Dirty is the perfect read for these steady goats. Rookie hockey player Landon, 23, and no-nonsense Aubree, 30, who works with the hockey team’s charity organisation, wake up accidentally married after a wild Vegas night. While Landon wants to turn their drunken mistake into something real, Aubree isn’t ready to give up her freedom. As he slowly breaks down her walls with cheeky banter and smouldering stares, their accidental marriage turns into a saucy, slow-paced romance. Caution: Capricorns take note, this book might just convince you that giving up control can sometimes bring about electric and satisfying results.
Aquarius: Fantasy
A Game of Hearts and Heists by Ruby Roe
Aquarians are often considered the oddballs of the zodiac, but they’d argue they’re just more evolved. Their openness to experimentation means they’re always ready to leave reality far behind—in life and in the bedroom.
To appease their need for the freaky, we recommend A Game of Hearts and Heists. In this raunchy lesbian romance, disgraced assassin Scarlett and poisoner-for-hire Quinn are longtime rivals—stealing clients, sabotaging each other’s business, and occasionally sleeping together. When the Magician Queen forces them to team up for an impossible job, they must learn to trust each other or risk losing more than just the heist. But as secrets unravel, the real prize might just be each other’s hearts. This smutty queer romance will allow quirky Aquarians to escape into a world of passionate sex, fantasy and experimentation where there’s no judgement, only happy endings (you know which kind.)
Pisces: Sex in public places
One Hot Italian Summer by Karina Halle
Pisces crave deep emotional connection and dreamy, almost otherworldly pleasure. But with the right partner, this water sign can readily pull out their kinky side—such as risky rendezvous in public places.
A story that takes them on a hot Italian ride will be the perfect smutty companion. Struggling with grief and writer’s block after losing her best friend, Grace Harper retreats to her literary agent’s Tuscan villa. But her peaceful escape is disrupted when Claudio Romano, her agent’s ex-husband, arrives with his young son. Forced to share the house, Grace finds unexpected inspiration in Claudio, a charming, devoted father who’s completely off-limits. As the summer heat intensifies, so does their attraction, threatening Grace’s fresh start—or offering exactly what she needs. With plenty of risqué scenes in public spaces, this book will let the last sign of the zodiac live their hidden fantasies vicariously.
