Swipe Right on These Fantasy Romance Novels: Which One is Your Next Book Boyfriend?

Forget dating apps—why swipe through disappointing mortal matches when you could fall for a fae prince, a brooding vampire, or a dragon-riding heartthrob? If you’re here hunting for fantasy books for adults with romance, you’re in the right realm. For a deeper dive into fated mates and destined love, check out that link.

Welcome to the playful, seductive, magically messy world of romantasy—where the stakes are high, and the love stories are even higher.

Fantasy romance (aka “romantasy”) has taken the book world by storm, and for good reason. It’s a genre that blends gorgeously imagined worlds with emotionally rich relationships. Think epic battles, ancient magic, throne room politics—and yes, kisses that feel like they could start (or stop) wars. For adult readers, these stories offer something special: mature, flawed characters facing dangerous love in even more dangerous worlds.

According to Leah’s Little Pleasures, romantasy is booming because readers crave the emotional depth of adult romance and the escapism of fantasy. And these books? They deliver both in spades.

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So let’s play bookish matchmaker. Below, we’ve lined up our most eligible fictional bachelors (and one unforgettable bridge assassin) to help you find your next bookish obsession. Swipe right, dear reader—true love might just be between the pages.

The Magical “Dating Profiles”

Name: The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent

Tagline: “Tall, dark, and undead—but in a sexy way.”

Bio:

• Likes: Midnight tournaments, complicated family dynamics, and slow-burn tension that could melt steel.
• Dislikes: Sunlight, simplicity, and people who don’t appreciate a good blood ritual.
• Perfect For: Readers who want to scream, “JUST KISS ALREADY” into their Kindle at 2 a.m.

This book is a fan favorite for a reason. Set in a lush, vampire-ruled world, this story follows Oraya, a human adopted by a vampire king, as she enters a deadly competition to win her place in the vampire court. Cue brooding vampire warrior and forbidden sparks. It’s got everything: bloody trials, political scheming, slow-burn romance, and a heroine who gives as good as she gets.
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According to Frostbeard Studio and Goodreads, this one delivers the kind of twisty emotional ride that romantasy fans can’t get enough of.

Name: A Court of Thorns and Roses (Series) by Sarah J. Maas

Tagline: “Fae nobility with a PhD in Emotional Damage.”

Bio:

• Likes: Moonlit hunts, dramatic courtroom politics, and lovers who rewrite destiny (and ruin your sleep schedule).
• Dislikes: Mortal limits, uninvited houseguests, and anyone who doubts his tragic backstory.
• Perfect For: Anyone craving a love story that’s 10% romance, 90% primal growling.

If you’ve been anywhere near BookTok, you’ve heard of this one. Feyre’s journey from mortal huntress to fae courtier has everything—magic, monsters, court intrigue, steamy scenes, and more red flags than a battlefield. And let’s face it: we ignore every single one because these love interests? Worth it.
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From Frostbeard Studio to Hey It’s Carly Rae, this series is the definition of the romantasy genre—high-stakes fantasy with heart-wrenching, slow-burn romance.

Name: Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco

Tagline: “Italian demons: better at stealing hearts than souls (probably).”

Bio:

• Likes: Garlic-infused vengeance, morally ambiguous pacts, and dark magic with a side of pasta.
• Dislikes: Saints, predictability, and people who don’t appreciate his flair for dramatic entrances.
• Perfect For: Fans of enemies-to-lovers where the “enemy” could incinerate you with a glance (but won’t… maybe).

When Emilia’s twin sister is murdered, she ends up tangled in a deadly mystery—and a deal with one very dangerous prince of Hell. Wrath (yes, his name is literally a sin) is the kind of bad boy you know you shouldn’t want but can’t help falling for.

It’s gothic, it’s full of Italian flavor, and yes, the romance is devilishly delightful. Frostbeard Studio confirms this one climbs the fantasy romance charts with ease.

Name: The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen

Tagline: “Enemies. Lovers. Enemy-lovers. You get the gist.”

Bio:

• Likes: Political marriages, sand dunes, and trust issues thicker than castle walls.
• Dislikes: Small talk, unsecured borders, and feelings that ruin perfectly good schemes.
• Perfect For: Readers who melt when a warlord finally says, “I’d burn the world for you” (but takes 300 pages to admit it).

This is for those of us who adore a good enemies-to-lovers tale, but want it laced with real danger and high-stakes worldbuilding. Lara is trained from birth to be a spy and assassin. Her mission: marry the enemy king and destroy him. But falling in love with him? Not exactly part of the plan.

This one’s full of slow-burn tension, morally complex decisions, and a heroine who might stab you before she trusts you. Recommended by Frostbeard Studio, it’s gripping to the last page.

Name: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Tagline: “Vampire royalty with a side of existential angst.”

Bio:

• Likes: Forbidden prophecies, cloak-and-dagger secrets, and kisses that could end civilizations.
• Dislikes: Daylight, the concept of “personal space,” and slow TikTokers blocking his brooding spots.
• Perfect For: Anyone who wants their love stories with a side of “I’d die for you (literally).”

Poppy is a maiden shrouded in mystery, forbidden to be touched or seen. But of course, there’s conflict. And love. And some very sharp plot twists. Think vampire lore with a modern twist and a romance that goes from forbidden to all-consuming.

Cited among the top picks by Hey It’s Carly Rae and praised for its rich worldbuilding, this series is addictive from the first page.

The “Left Swipe” Section: Maybe Not for the Faint of Heart

There’s no shame in having your limits. Not every fantasy romance is for the casual reader who just wants a kiss in a meadow.

• The Cruel Prince by Holly Black: If you’re allergic to angst, skip this one—unless you want your heart stomped by a fae prince in leather boots. The enemies-to-lovers here is so bitter it’ll make your coffee seem sweet.
• The Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri: A sapphic slow-burn with rich mythology and fierce female leads—but be ready for the heavy imperial politics and deep emotional scars.
  (Frostbeard Studio)
• The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon: Love blooms in war’s shadow, but this one doesn’t mess around. It’s heartfelt, intense, and sometimes so gut-wrenching you’ll need a minute (or several) after every chapter.

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A Note on the Rise of Romantasy

So what’s behind the boom in fantasy romance for adults?

Well, beyond all the heart-eyes and sword fights, romantasy gives us something deeper. It blends emotional intimacy with escapism. According to Barnes & Noble, the genre is beloved for its crossover appeal: part action, part magic, part deep soul-aching love story.

These books often feature:

• Complex, morally gray characters who grow over time
• High-stakes fantasy conflicts that parallel emotional struggles
• Romance as the beating heart of a greater story
• Mature storytelling that speaks directly to adult readers
• Diverse cast and inclusivity, especially LGBTQ+ representation (Frostbeard Studio)

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And with platforms like Kindle Unlimited making these stories easy to access, even lesser-known authors and niche tropes are getting their moment in the moonlight.

Ready to Fall in Love?

So there you have it: the most eligible fantasy romances ready to steal your heart—and then probably break it, heal it, then break it again in the sequel.

Whether you like your book boyfriends with fangs, wings, or fire-forged swords, this genre has exactly what you didn’t know you needed.

So light the enchanted candles, cancel your weekend plans, and let yourself fall under the spell of these stories. Because with romance this thrilling and magic this intoxicating, who needs reality anyway?

P.S. If you accidentally summon a demon prince while reading, we accept no liability.

Happy swooning!