--- {"type":"list","title":"fantasy romance book recommendations 📚 my all time favorite fantasy romances","listId":94623,"canonicalUrl":"https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances","visibleItemTotal":9,"creator":{"id":"ravenhairedreader","name":"ravenhairedreader","url":"https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader"},"stats":{"views":368,"likes":0,"followers":0},"category":"books & literature","publishedAt":"2023-11-21T04:12:33.044Z","updatedAt":"2023-12-13T05:13:32.039Z","fields":[{"id":0,"name":"Item","type":"PrimaryText"},{"id":8,"name":"Image","type":"Image"},{"id":1,"name":"Author","type":"Selection","multi":false},{"id":2,"name":"Description","type":"Text","format":"long"},{"id":3,"name":"Sub-Genre","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":4,"name":"My Take","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":12,"name":"Video Comment","type":"Text"},{"id":5,"name":"Settings","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":7,"name":"Main Character Description","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":6,"name":"Theme","type":"Selection","multi":true},{"id":9,"name":"Goodreads Rating","type":"Number","format":"decimal"},{"id":10,"name":"Price","type":"Number","format":"currency"},{"id":11,"name":"Get It Here!","type":"URL"}]} --- # fantasy romance book recommendations 📚 my all time favorite fantasy romances By [@ravenhairedreader](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader) 368 views · 0 likes · 0 followers Published 21 November 2023 · Updated 13 December 2023 Category: books & literature Welcome to our enchanting collection of fantasy romance book recommendations! Perfect for both genre aficionados and newcomers, this list is your gateway to worlds where love intertwines with magic. Each book is a journey into realms where romance blooms amidst mystical backdrops, from captivating fae courts to cities brimming with magic. Ready for a slow-burn romance, epic love stories, or forbidden vampire liaisons? We've got you covered. Our selection covers various settings, each painting a vivid world of adventure and heartfelt emotions. These aren't just stories; they're experiences that amplify every emotion and turn characters' journeys into parts of your own. Imagine a place where dragons soar, magic is tangible, and love is a daring adventure. This list is more than a compilation of titles; it's a series of doorways into unforgettable realms. Prepare to be swept away into narratives where the fantastical meets the romantic. Embrace the thrill of meeting characters who will linger in your thoughts and embarking on quests that redefine love's power. Let's delve into the allure and wonder of fantasy romance together! ## Items ### 1. [A Court of Thorns and Roses series](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/0/a-court-of-thorns-and-roses-series) Item ID: `0` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lcuj32p5nw5jlkfya4av.png) - Author: Sarah J. Maas - Description: Popular adult fantasy romance series starting with a Beauty and the Beast retelling, featuring a human girl, Feyre, in the fae world. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance - My Take: Highly recommended for beginners to fantasy romance; iconic and very popular. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "1", "start_time_secs": "01", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Fae world, medieval-like - Main Character Description: Feyre - A human girl who becomes deeply involved in the fae world, experiencing love and adventure. - Theme: Fantasy, Romance, Adventure - Goodreads Rating: 4.82 - Price: $48.77 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/Court-Thorns-Roses-Paperback-books/dp/1639730192](https://www.amazon.com/Court-Thorns-Roses-Paperback-books/dp/1639730192?tag=listium03-20) ### 2. [Crescent City Series](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/1/crescent-city-series) Item ID: `1` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/fyahu27pnfqc49kdm4fy.png) - Author: Sarah J. Maas - Description: Set in a futuristic modern world, follows Bryce, a half-fea, half-human, teaming up with a fallen angel to investigate murders. - Sub-Genre: Urban Fantasy Romance - My Take: Modern and futuristic, perfect for those looking for a blend of fantasy and mystery. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "4", "start_time_secs": "05", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Modern metropolis, magical - Main Character Description: Bryce - A half-fae, half-human, who gets entangled in a series of mysterious murders alongside a fallen angel. - Theme: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance - Goodreads Rating: 4.23 - Price: $46.76 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082M94N77](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082M94N77?tag=listium03-20) ### 3. [War of Lost Hearts Trilogy](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/2/war-of-lost-hearts-trilogy) Item ID: `2` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/yabivprky9hfvvknl8th.png) - Author: Carissa Broadbent - Description: Follows Tasana, who escapes slavery and seeks to hone her magic to save others, with a slow-burn romance. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance - My Take: Good for beginners, with a slow-burn romance and a strong plot. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "5", "start_time_secs": "53", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Military/government setting, magical - Main Character Description: Tasana - A former slave who seeks to strengthen her magical abilities and save others from slavery. - Theme: Magic, Romance, Rebellion - Goodreads Rating: 4.43 - Price: $44.80 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083SHR1GC](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083SHR1GC?tag=listium03-20) ### 4. [Crowns of Nyaxia Series](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/3/crowns-of-nyaxia-series) Item ID: `3` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/a1vmui4ikseovmpxq0cz.png) - Author: Carissa Broadbent - Description: Vampire fantasy romance. The first book centers on Araya, a human raised by vampires, in a deadly tournament. - Sub-Genre: Vampire Fantasy Romance - My Take: Highly praised, especially for vampire romance enthusiasts. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "7", "start_time_secs": "51", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Vampiric world, tournament setting - Main Character Description: Araya - A human raised by vampires, entering a dangerous and competitive vampire world. - Theme: Vampires, Romance, Competition - Goodreads Rating: 4.37 - Price: $31.05 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9T4DDB1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9T4DDB1?tag=listium03-20) ### 5. [Dawn of Onyx](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/4/dawn-of-onyx) Item ID: `4` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/sfy10v6eto9gynb8yhuf.png) - Author: Kate Golden - Description: Arwen, a healer, is kidnapped by soldiers from the Onyx Kingdom and discovers hidden truths. Enemies-to-lovers theme. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance - My Take: Enemies-to-lovers theme with intriguing political intrigue. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "11", "start_time_secs": "49", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Fantasy kingdoms, war-torn - Main Character Description: Arwen - A healer from the Amber Kingdom, kidnapped by the Onyx Kingdom, discovering a complex political web. - Theme: War, Magic, Romance - Goodreads Rating: 4.02 - Price: $12.74 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/Dawn-Onyx-Sacred-Stones/dp/0593641906](https://www.amazon.com/Dawn-Onyx-Sacred-Stones/dp/0593641906?tag=listium03-20) ### 6. [Zodiac Academy Series](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/5/zodiac-academy-series) Item ID: `5` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/htarmrqvce2pczocxj8h.png) - Author: Suzanne Valenti and Caroline Peckham - Description: Twins Darcy and Tori, heirs to a fae throne, navigate a magical school and contend with rival heirs in a bully romance setting. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance, Bully Romance - My Take: Engaging but best suited for those who enjoy bully romance. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "13", "start_time_secs": "23", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Magical school, fae world - Main Character Description: Darcy and Tori - Twin sisters and heirs to a fae throne, navigating challenges and rivalries in a magical school. - Theme: Magic, School Life, Rivalry - Goodreads Rating: 3.81 - Price: $185.16 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XFDTQWM](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XFDTQWM?tag=listium03-20) ### 7. [A Dowry of Blood](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/6/a-dowry-of-blood) Item ID: `6` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xer2ky1mkpdus8fdgq9i.png) - Author: S.T. Gibson - Description: A beautifully written retelling of Dracula's brides, focusing on a polyamorous relationship and exploring themes of abuse and love. - Sub-Genre: Gothic Fantasy Romance - My Take: Beautifully written, focusing on darker themes. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "16", "start_time_secs": "21", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Gothic, historical - Main Character Description: Constanta - One of Dracula's brides, experiencing a complex and dark polyamorous relationship. - Theme: Dracula, Polyamory, Abuse - Goodreads Rating: 4.03 - Price: $13.48 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/Dowry-Blood-S-T-Gibson/dp/0316501182](https://www.amazon.com/Dowry-Blood-S-T-Gibson/dp/0316501182?tag=listium03-20) ### 8. [Blood Mercy](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/7/blood-mercy) Item ID: `7` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ov5oopcdtp5oug6dzv9f.png) - Author: Vela Roth - Description: Cassia, a king's daughter, and Leo, a vampire-like Hesperian, form a bond in a politically charged environment with a sweet romance. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance - My Take: Ideal for epic fantasy lovers, with a detailed setting and a sweet romance. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "17", "start_time_secs": "33", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Fantasy kingdoms, politically charged - Main Character Description: Cassia and Leo - Cassia is a king's daughter and Leo is a vampire-like being, forming an unexpected bond in a tense environment. - Theme: Vampires, Politics, Romance - Goodreads Rating: 3.97 - Price: $21.99 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1957040017](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1957040017?tag=listium03-20) ### 9. [Fourth Wing](https://listium.com/@ravenhairedreader/94623/fantasy-romance-book-recommendations--my-all-time-favorite-fantasy-romances/8/fourth-wing) Item ID: `8` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mwofhqvvezwh8ucldsf6.png) - Author: Rebecca Yaros - Description: Violet Sorengale, forced to become a dragon rider, teams up with Zayden Ryerson in a college for Aurora. Features telepathic dragons. - Sub-Genre: Fantasy Romance - My Take: A new favorite with dragons and an engaging slow-burn romance. - Video Comment: ```json { "start_time_mins": "19", "start_time_secs": "11", "stop_time_mins": "", "stop_time_secs": "", "video_location": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60ISMt86Vho" } ``` - Settings: Dragon rider college, magical - Main Character Description: Violet Sorengale - A young woman thrust into becoming a dragon rider, finding companionship and challenges. - Theme: Dragons, College Life, Romance - Goodreads Rating: 4.64 - Price: $23.48 - Get It Here!: [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BGDM197Q](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BGDM197Q?tag=listium03-20)