The 15 Best Romantasy Books brings together the perfect fusion of love and magic, creating unforgettable romantic fantasy stories. The subgenre of Romantasy, which combines elements of romance and fantasy, is sweeping the world of literature. Magical worlds, breathtaking romances, and epic adventures await.
From vamps and fae to sirens and shifters, romance tales draw us to realms where passions push the boundaries of destiny and love overcomes every obstacle. This compilation of the top fantasy romance books is perfect for both first-timers and seasoned readers, as it features outstanding, captivating, and timeless heart-stealing favorites. Let the love and magic commence.
All I Want For Christmas is A Vampire by Kerrelyn Sparks
- Author: Kerrelyn Sparks
- Series: Love at Stake (Book 5)
- Pages: 350 pages
- Publisher: Avon
- Goodreads: 4.21 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
Kerrelyn Sparks’s “All I Want for Christmas” is a vampire blend of holiday charm, vampire romance, and action. Toni Davis only wanted three things for Christmas: to free her best friend from a psych ward, escape a vampire-infested home, and find Mr. Right, preferably someone tall, dark, and alive. But in her pursuit to prove vampires are real, she ends up becoming a bodyguard to the Undead.
Enter Ian MacPhie, a Scottish vampire heartthrob who looks 27 but has been alive for nearly 500 years. Their chemistry is undeniable, but Toni’s skeptical heart and Ian’s immortal past complicate things. Between supernatural politics, festive chaos, and sizzling mistletoe moments, Toni must decide if Mr. Wrong could really be Mr. Eternal-Right.
Best Romantasy Books: Dark Lover by J.R. Ward
- Author: J.R.Ward
- Series: Black Dagger Brotherhood (Book 1)
- Pages: 393 pages
- Publisher: Penguin Group (USA)
- Goodreads: 4.15 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
Bursting with violent exploits and raging romance, “Dark Lover” by J.R. Ward sets the stage for the iconic Black Dagger Brotherhood with a seamless blend of gothic tradition and unforgettable love. Wrath, the last purebred vampire and reluctant king, seeks vengeance against the slayers who killed his parents. But when a fellow warrior dies, leaving behind a half-human daughter unaware of her heritage, Wrath must protect her.
Shadows, ancient warriors, and an intoxicating man who visits her in the night elevate Beth Randall‘s mundane life beyond her wildest expectations. An unbreakable bond to Wrath accompanies her transformation into the vampire realm. There is danger everywhere, but it is the passion that they both share that can annihilate the two.
Fantasy Lover by Sherrilyn Kenyon
- Author: Sherrilyn Kenyon
- Series: Hunter Legends (Book 1)
- Pages: 337 pages
- Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
- Goodreads: 4.15 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
Sherrilyn Kenyon’s “Fantasy Lover” is a witty, emotionally resonant tale of love defying the gods. Julian of Macedon has been trapped for centuries in a curse, summoned through a spell to serve as a love slave for a few fleeting weeks before returning to torment. But when skeptical intimacy therapist Grace Alexander performs the spell as a birthday prank, she accidentally frees him, temporarily. As Grace tries to balance her disbelief with growing feelings, Julian realizes she could be his salvation. The clock ticks as they seek to break the ancient curse cast by the gods themselves.
Romantasy Books: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
- Author: Sarah J. Maas
- Series: ACOTAR (Book 1)
- Pages: 419 pages
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
- Goodreads: 4.16 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“A Court of Thorns and Roses” by Sarah J. Maas follows Feyre, who, after killing a wolf in the woods, is taken by a beastly fae lord to his magical realm as punishment. There, she discovers Tamlin is more than a monster; he’s a High Fae cursed to wear a beast’s form. As Feyre adjusts to the opulent but dangerous Spring Court, an unexpected romance blooms. But a dark curse looms, threatening their world and their love. Feyre must summon strength, passion, and sacrifice to break the spell. This Beauty and the Beast story is imaginative, emotional, and unforgettable.
Becoming Alpha by Aileen Erin
- Author: Aileen Erin
- Series: Alpha Girl (Book1)
- Pages: 348 pages
- Publisher: Ink Monster
- Goodreads: 4.08 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Becoming Alpha” by Aileen Erin is a thrilling start to a series about inner strength and love. Tessa McCaide‘s psychic visions have always set her apart. A fresh start in Texas offers hope for normalcy, until a kiss from a mysterious boy transforms her into a werewolf. Now forced to attend St. Ailbe’s Academy, a secret school for shifters, Tessa must learn to control her powers and emotions. She must especially learn to manage her feelings for Dastien Laurent, the wolf who literally changed her life. As vampire threats close in and her visions point to betrayal, Tessa finds herself at the heart of a supernatural war.
Romantic Fantasy Books: Sold To The Alpha by Cara Wylde
- Author: Cara Wylde
- Series: Alma Venus Shifter Brides (Book 1)
- Pages: 770 pages
- Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
- Goodreads: 3.99 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Sold To The Alpha” by Cara Wylde is about a world where peace between humans and shapeshifters means offering young women as brides. Avelyn is unwilling to be sold off like cattle. Smart, curvy, and defiant, she plots her escape, until Max Blackmane, an alpha werewolf with political aspirations, chooses her.
Avelyn is determined to refuse him, despite the electrifying pull between them. But Max isn’t the cold alpha she expected; he’s protective, possessive, and impossibly tempting. As Avelyn schemes for freedom, Max finds himself captivated by her fire. Torn between duty and desire, they must navigate tradition, rebellion, and an undeniable bond in this steamy tale of fate and resistance.
To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo
- Author: Alexandra Christo
- Series: Hundread Kingdoms (Book 1)
- Pages: 361 Pages
- Publisher: Hot Key Books
- Goodreads: 3.71 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
Cursed siren princess Lira, in Alexandra Christo’s “To Kill a Kingdom,” must survive as a human. She must bring back Prince Elian’s heart or remain human forever. Elian, heir to the most powerful kingdom, prefers the ocean to courtly life, and hunting sirens is his passion. Their paths cross when Elian saves Lira from drowning, leading to an uneasy alliance that will change their lives forever. Romance is inevitable, but so is betrayal. The line between enemy and ally blurs, and their struggle of identity becomes more intense.
Top Fantasy Books: The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
- Author: Holly Black
- Series: The Folk of the Air (Book 1)
- Pages: 370 Pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Goodreads: 4.01 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“The Cruel Prince” by Holly Black follows Jude Duarte, who was just seven when her parents were murdered, and she and her sisters were stolen to live in the High Court of Faerie. Now seventeen, Jude yearns to belong among the cruel and immortal fae, despite being human. This is especially true when Prince Cardan, the arrogant and beautiful youngest son of the High King, appears determined to make Jude’s life hell. As usual, Jude refuses to give in. In the midst of political schemes, treachery, and dark beauty, she will do everything to prove herself, even if it means allying with the prince she despises.
Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor
- Author: Laini Taylor
- Series: Daughter of Smake & Bone (Book 1)
- Pages: 418 Pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Goodreads: 3.99 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Daughter of Smoke & Bone” by Laini Taylor follows Karou, an art student who attends university in Prague and has a secret life that includes doing complex errands filled with monsters and magic. She has cobalt-blue hair and stylishly mysterious looks. Chimaeras raised her, which makes her question her true identity, but everything changes when she bumps into Akiva, a seraph with soul-stirring looks and a dark history.
The collision between Karou and Akiva becomes profound, but the shocking truths of their shared pasts could irrevocably break their bond. She must determine her loyalties amidst the battle between beasts and angels. Taylor uses vivid descriptions to craft a poignant tale of star-crossed lover’s struggles.
Blood Hunger/ A Vampire Bewitched by L.E. Wilson
- Author: L. E. Wilson
- Series: Deathless Night (Book 1)
- Pages: 392 pages
- Publisher: Everblood Publishing, LLC
- Goodreads: 3.85 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Blood Hunger” by L.E. Wilson follows Vampire Nikulas, who has spent seven years searching for his missing brother, last seen meeting a rival vampire leader. When a clue points to a missing witch, he finds Emma, fiery, stubborn, and the sister of the kidnapped woman. Despite knowing she’s off-limits, Nikulas is drawn to her.
Emma, traumatized by her past and skeptical of vampires, reluctantly teams up with Nikulas. But the deeper they dig, the more entangled they become, in both danger and passion. As truths unravel and enemies close in, Nikulas must battle his darkest instincts while Emma decides whether to trust the vampire who could break her… or save her.
Top Fantasy Romance Books: The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter
- Author: Gena Showalter
- Series: Lords of the Underworld (Book 1)
- Pages: 379 pages
- Publisher: Harlequin
- Goodreads: 4.07 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“The Darkest Night” by Gena Showalter follows Ashlyn Darrow, who hears the voices of the past, tormenting echoes she’s desperate to silence. Her search for peace leads her to a secluded mansion in Budapest, home to the cursed Lords of the Underworld. There, she meets Maddox, the keeper of Violence, who dies every night only to be resurrected each dawn. Together, they find solace and heat in each other’s arms. But Maddox’s curse threatens to destroy them both, especially as enemies emerge and ancient evils stir. A gripping paranormal romance, where love is the only salvation against impossible odds.
Best romantasy Books: Fury by Laurann Dohner
- Author: Laurann Dohner
- Series: New Species (Book 1)
- Pages: 376 pages
- Publisher: Ellora’s Cave Publishing
- Goodrads: 4.08 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Fury” by Laurann Dohner starts when Ellie discovers her employer’s dark secret: experiments creating human-animal hybrids. One of those hybrids, Fury, captures her heart. Fury, bred and brutalized, sees all humans as enemies, especially Ellie, whom he believes betrayed him. Once freed, he vows revenge, but her unexpected return confuses his rage.
Attraction flares between them, fierce and primal. As they confront betrayal, vengeance, and their instincts, Ellie and Fury must learn to trust again. Fury is a raw, sensual romance set in a world where science has blurred the lines between man and beast, and love may be the only thing strong enough to tame the wildest heart.
Pride Mates by Jennifer Ashley
- Author: Jennifer Ashley
- Series: Shifters Unbound (Book 1)
- Pages: 304 pages
- Publisher: Leisure Books
- Goodreads: 3.89 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
Jennifer Ashley’s “Pride Mates” introduces us to a world where shifters fiercely fight for freedom and love. Liam Morrissey lives in a world where shifters are collared, controlled, and forced into segregated communities. When Kim Fraser, a human lawyer, walks into Shiftertown to defend a murder suspect, Liam can’t help but be intrigued. He offers his help and his protection. Kim finds herself drawn into a world of primal strength, ancient rituals, and undeniable chemistry. As danger stalks them both, trust becomes paramount. Liam’s protective instincts war with the system that restrains him, and Kim must decide whether to fight alongside him or walk away.
Best Romantasy Books: Fated Magic by Callie Rose
- Author: Callie Rose
- Series: Claimed by Wolves (Book 1)
- Pages: 380 pages
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Goodreads: 3.81 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Fated Magic” by Callie Rose blends steamy reverse harem romance with fierce loyalty and high-stakes shifter drama, perfect for fans of slow-burn but scorching-hot fantasy. After years of torment at her uncle’s hands, Rosalie runs away into the night, only to stumble upon three dangerously attractive wolf shifters. To her surprise, she is their fated mate, a unique pairing that forms an unbreakable bond among them.
The alphas, each with a different stamp of unique temperament, are fiercely protective of her, but enemies are surrounding them. As Rosalie struggles to accept her powers and the pull between them, she must also navigate rival packs, ancient secrets, and her own trauma.
Nightfall by L.H. Cosway
- Author: L. H. Cosway
- Series: Blood Magic (Book 1)
- Pages: 265 pages
- Publisher: L.H. Cosway
- Goodreads: 3.80 Stars
- Buy Link: Amazon
“Nightfall” by L.H. Cosway starts when Tegan encounters a new night shift customer at the 24-hour grocery store; she doesn’t expect anything particularly intriguing. And just as she is about to be bored out of her mind, a man walks in and robs a shopper at gunpoint. He tells her to “forget they met,” but that isn’t really plausible, especially not when he shows up the following night at an ethereal new nightclub.
What initially seems like a coincidence soon reveals a hidden world of vampires, slayers, dhampirs, witches, and warlocks, each unusually drawn to Tegan. Nightfall promises all the elements of a captivating urban fantasy, including mystery, tension, and a love story that is calculus-level complex.
Conclusion
Romantasy combines the magic of fantasy with the thrills of romance and provides readers with love stories set in epic worlds. From cursed immortals to fierce fae and mighty shifters alongside brave heroines, these 15 best Romantasy books offer breathtaking adventures and swoon-worthy moments.
Every title, whether you are new to the genre or a fan, brings something to the table: mystery, passion, danger, and magic. So grab a blanket, light a candle, and immerse yourself in the captivating stories.
