10 Books to Read For Fans of “Fourth Wing” and “A Court of Thorns and Roses”
If you have read everything by Rebecca Yarros and Sarah J. Maas and are looking for your next obsession, look no further than this list of popular fantasy romance reads.
1. “The Priory of the Orange Tree” by Samantha Shannon
With a world so rich you'll need a map and a female knight errant that would make Brienne of Tarth swoon, The Priory is a deliciously indulgent feast for the imagination. This epic fantasy novel weaves together the stories of a powerful queen, a young woman training to become a dragon rider, and an alchemist on a quest to uncover ancient secrets. Prepare to lose sleep as you get swept away into Shannon's masterful tale.
2. “The Cruel Prince” by Holly Black
Faerie tales were never so deliciously cruel. Holly Black lures you into the treacherous world of the fey with an iron grip you can't resist. The Cruel Prince weaves a captivating tapestry of mystery, romance, and characters so devious you'll love to hate them. You'll never look at fairy folk the same way again.
3. “An Ember in the Ashes” by Sabaa Tahir
Lush world-building meets pulse-pounding action in this unputdownable fantasy. An Ember in the Ashes fuses Roman mythology with Game of Thrones-esque political intrigue and a forbidden romance you'll burn for. Sabaa Tahir crafts one of the most spellbinding heroines you'll ever root for in Laia. Get ready to get swept up in the resistance.
4. “Kingdom of the Wicked” by Kerri Maniscalco
Imagine Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Italian Renaissance opulence and you've got this deliciously dark paranormal mystery. With an irresistible anti-heroine and an intricate underworld of demons and witches, Kingdom of the Wicked will sink its teeth into you. Kerri Maniscalco conjures up an unforgettable world you'll want to get wickedly lost in.
5. “From Blood and Ash” by Jennifer L. Armentrout
This isn't your typical vampire romance - unless your idea of typical involves a feisty heroine, a scorchingly sexy immortal prince, and enough twists and turns to make your head spin. From Blood and Ash is like Twilight for adults who crave epically addictive fantasy with delicious forbidden love. You'll burn through this one.
6. “The Bridge Kingdom” by Danielle L. Jensen
Lush, immersive world-building meets a sweeping adventure in this intricate fantasy inspired by East Asian mythology. The Bridge Kingdom will transport you to a realm of immortal legends, formidable warriors, and a romance you'll melt for. Danielle L. Jensen spins a rich tapestry of imagination you won't want to escape.
7. “Serpent & Dove” by Shelby Mahurin
Witches and witch hunters were never so enchantingly swoon-worthy. Serpent & Dove casts an irresistible spell with its deliciously antagonistic banter, sizzling chemistry, and refreshingly feminist take on historical fantasy. Shelby Mahurin conjures up a wickedly fun page-turner you'll devour in one sitting.
8. “The Atlas Six” by Olivie Blake
Imagine if your favorite dark academia novel got an adrenaline shot of high-stakes fantasy and you've got The Atlas Six. This seductively atmospheric novel lures you into the occult underbelly of elite Yale societies with a deliciously twisty plot that will keep you breathlessly turning pages. It's Ninth House meets The Secret History with a devilish bite.
9. “Divine Rivals” by Rebecca Ross
Greek mythology was never so divinely decadent. Divine Rivals fuses a lush, imaginative world with a deliciously antagonistic romance that will leave you feverishly shipping the rivals-to-lovers trope. Rebecca Ross crafts an epically indulgent fantasy you'll want to get hopelessly lost in.
10. “Air Awakens” by Elise Kova
Forget the Chosen One trope, this fantasy serves up a deliciously flawed heroine whose magical powers are as capricious as her love life. Air Awakens is a refreshingly unique coming-of-age tale brimming with slow-burn romance, intricate world-building, and just the right touch of sass. Elise Kova's imagination will sweep you off your feet.
