Step into the steamy, heartfelt world of Dive Bar, where tattooed bartenders, sassy heroines, and small-town charm mix into a cocktail of romance you won’t forget! Kylie Scott’s Dive Bar series, a spicy spinoff from her beloved Stage Dive novels, is a trilogy of contemporary romance that blends humor, heartbreak, and heat. Set in the lively Dive Bar in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, these stories capture the messy, beautiful journeys of finding love when you least expect it.
With her knack for crafting flawed, relatable characters and witty banter, Scott invites readers into a world where runaway brides, reformed playboys, and independent women discover that love is worth the risk. Whether you’re a romance veteran or new to the genre, Dive Bar’s irresistible charm will have you hooked!
How Dive Bar Began
Kylie Scott, a New York Times bestselling author from Queensland, Australia, first won hearts with her rock-star romance series, Stage Dive. Inspired by her love for romance, rock music, and B-grade horror, Scott wanted to create a fresh series with a small-town vibe and a tight-knit community. Thus, Dive Bar was born, launched in 2016 with Dirty. The series’ setting—a gritty yet cozy bar—reflects Scott’s vision of a place where life’s chaos and connection collide, drawing readers into its warm, chaotic embrace.
The Heart of Dive Bar
The Dive Bar trilogy kicks off with Dirty, where Lydia Green, a runaway bride, flees her cheating fiancé and lands in the arms of Vaughan Hewson, a former musician turned bartender. Their chemistry is electric, but both must navigate personal demons to find their happily-ever-after. In Twist, Alex Parks, a guarded graphic designer, travels cross-country to meet an online love, only to discover Joe Collins, a bearded bartender, has been catfishing her. Their rocky start blossoms into a heartfelt romance filled with trust and vulnerability.
Chaser, the final book, follows Eric Collins, the bar’s playboy co-owner, as he meets Jean Antal, a pregnant newcomer determined to start fresh. Eric’s journey from bad boy to devoted partner is a slow-burn romance that tugs at the heartstrings. Across the series, themes of redemption, self-discovery, and found family shine through, all wrapped in Scott’s signature humor and steamy encounters. The small-town bar setting, with its colorful cast of co-owners and regulars, feels like a character itself, grounding the stories in a sense of community.
Scott’s writing stands out for its raw honesty and relatable characters. From Lydia’s resilience to Jean’s quiet strength, the heroines are fierce yet flawed, while the men—Vaughan’s charm, Joe’s sincerity, Eric’s growth—are swoon-worthy without being perfect. This balance, paired with laugh-out-loud dialogue and emotional depth, makes Dive Bar a standout in contemporary romance.
Why Dive Bar Resonates
The Dive Bar series has carved a niche in the romance genre, earning praise for its authentic characters and addictive storytelling. Fans adore Scott’s ability to blend humor with heartache, creating stories that feel real and lived-in. The series’ focus on personal growth and second chances resonates with readers seeking more than just a love story—it’s about finding yourself, too. With over two million books sold across her works, Scott’s Dive Bar has cemented her as a beloved voice in romance, inspiring fans to revisit the series for its warmth and wit.
- Publication Years: 2016–2018
- Number of Books: 3 (Dirty, Twist, Chaser)
- Genre: Contemporary Romance
- Setting: Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Grab Dirty and dive into the Dive Bar’s world of romance, where love is always served with a twist!