Below, in no particular order, you’ll find a collection of fantasy and romance books I’ve personally read and loved. Each title includes a link so you can discover (and hopefully enjoy!) these stories for yourself.
REIGN & RUIN
A fantasy romance brimming with political intrigue, searing romantic tension, and a gorgeously rendered Middle Eastern–inspired world. Naime and Makram are perfectly matched leads with an exquisitely paced romance. The prose is beautiful, the setting lush, and the payoff deeply satisfying.
THRONE IN THE DARK
Grumpy/sunshine perfection, with a half-demon blood mage and a bubbly human whose banter had me laughing out loud. The Damian/Amma slow burn is deliciously torturous: equal parts funny and heart-clenching. This book is comedic fantasy romance at its best, an instant mood-lifter.
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THE IRON DAGGER
Smart, confident characters, a fresh yet familiar world, and a romance that builds naturally with just the right amount of heat. Angharad is a heroine worth rooting for; Gideon’s morally gray growth arc is deeply satisfying. Effortlessly intriguing, perfectly paced, and delightfully spicy.
ALL SUPERHEROES NEED PR
A fast-paced, fun, and refreshingly unique. Roland and Vanessa’s “burn it all down” romance delivers all the best tropes—touch-her-and-die, he-falls-first, fake dating—wrapped in humor, heart, and just the right amount of spice. Add in a diverse, lovable found family and plenty of action! This book is an absolute delight from start to finish.
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THE GIFTED KING
A masterful villain origin story that puts the grim in grimdark. Don't say I did not warn you! Unflinching, tragic, and utterly compelling. The writing is razor-sharp, the worldbuilding intricate, and the descent into corruption both heartbreaking and impossible to look away from.
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SWORDHEART
A cozy, laugh-out-loud romantic fantasy full of adventure, banter, and one very grumpy immortal warrior magically bound to a delightfully sunny widow. Halla and Sarkis's slow-burn romance is sweet, funny, and full of mutual pining, set against a quirky, danger-filled road trip. A wonderful low-stakes fantasy that's impossible to put down and leaves you with the best book-hangover.
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AN INCONVENIENT VOW
Grumpy/grumpier romance gold, pairing a hilariously naïve, honorable knight with a sharp-witted widow who refuses to be outmatched. The banter is witty, the pining delicious, and the intimacy both tender and fiery. This is my favorite marriage-of-convenience book, a true delight!
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MATING THE HUNTRESS
A one sided enemies-to-lovers romance that absolutely nails the fated mates trope. Chastity is fierce, Luke is the softest, shyest werewolf with the biggest crush, and together they’re pure magic. Equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and hot, this novella is paranormal romance perfection.
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DESTINY'S SURRENDER
A sweeping romance that pairs a respectable lawyer with a fierce, resilient heroine from the other side of the tracks—and sparks fly. Billie is a standout heroine, strong, self-reliant, and utterly unforgettable, and her slow-building partnership with Drew grows into a true, heartfelt love story. Packed with family bonds, historical depth, and a touch of danger. Dramatic, romantic, and completely engrossing.