🔥 10 Spicy Romantasy Books That Are So Worth Your Money
Magic, tension, morally gray love interests... and enough spice to set your TBR on fire.
Romantasy is having a moment, and let’s be real — we’re all here for it. If you’re looking for fantasy books with swoon-worthy romance, high stakes, and serious heat, I’ve rounded up 10 that are trending hard right now. Whether you're craving fae kings, deadly games, or enemies-to-lovers chaos, these picks are 100% worth adding to your cart.
Here’s what to read next — with links to buy them directly (because your TBR deserves it).
📖 A Realm of Fire and Ash by J.D. Linton
A new favorite among reverse harem lovers, this romantasy delivers on spice, angst, and powerful magical worldbuilding. The heroine doesn’t just survive — she owns every room she walks into. We read this so fast, we didn’t miss a beat before picking up book 2.
🌶️ Spice Level: 4/5
❤️🔥 Tropes: Why choose, enemies to lovers, found family
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 Feast of Fools by Naomi Loud
The sequel to A Dance Macabre, and even more intense. Gothic vibes, court intrigue, and a heroine navigating a world where desire can be dangerous.
🌶️ Spice Level: 3.5/5
🕯️ Tropes: Dark romance, forbidden love, morally gray MCs
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas
The final installment in the Crescent City series — and everything is on fire. Plot twists, jaw-dropping crossovers, and enough emotional damage to last all year.
🌶️ Spice Level: 4.5/5
🔥 Tropes: Fae, fated mates, fantasy politics
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon
For fans of slow-burn and lyrical writing, this is a stunning enemies-to-lovers romantasy with rich worldbuilding and electric chemistry.
🌶️ Spice Level: 3/5
⚔️ Tropes: Magical war, forced proximity, angst galore
👉 [Buy on Amazon] Bonus! This edition comes with a beautiful cover and sprayed edges!
📖 Bride of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes
An arranged marriage between a human and a fae king — what could go wrong? Court politics, deadly secrets, and that sweet slow burn.
🌶️ Spice Level: 2.5/5
👑 Tropes: Marriage alliance, fae realm, enemies to lovers
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez
An Egyptian-inspired romantasy with buried secrets, steamy tension, and an adventurous female lead. Like The Mummy meets A Court of Thorns and Roses.
🌶️ Spice Level: 2.5/5
🏺 Tropes: Historical fantasy, forbidden magic, rivals to lovers
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
Vampires, trials, and slow-burn perfection. A deadly competition sets the stage for one of the most intense romantasy romances I’ve read.
🌶️ Spice Level: 3/5
🦇 Tropes: Deadly games, fated mates, dark romance
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross
Book 2 of Divine Rivals and just as emotionally devastating. This series blends fantasy, romance, and epistolary love in the most magical way.
🌶️ Spice Level: 2/5
💌 Tropes: Secret identity, war-torn lovers, heartfelt letters
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 The Plated Prisoner series by Raven Kennedy
A dark, seductive reimagining of the Midas myth. The slow build turns up the heat as the series goes on — and the emotional payoff is huge.
🌶️ Spice Level: 4/5
💛 Tropes: Power imbalance, found power, steamy slow burn
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
📖 King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair
If you like your romance bloody, bold, and full of bite — this one’s for you. A vampire king, a fierce heroine, and enemies-to-lovers tension that burns.
🌶️ Spice Level: 5/5
🩸 Tropes: Arranged marriage, vampire romance, forced proximity
👉 [Buy on Amazon]
💋 Final Thoughts
Romantasy is full of unforgettable love stories, magical worlds, and moments that leave you breathless — and these trending titles are where the heat and the heart collide. Whether you're new to the genre or deep in your “why choose” era, there's something here worth adding to your collection.
Happy reading — and happy clicking! 😘