Best Romantic Fantasy Books of 2025: Top 7 Picks
Looking for romantic fantasy books? We've got you covered with tales of love, magic, and adventure to sweep you away.
Finding the perfect ‘romantic fantasy books’ can be a thrilling journey into enchanting worlds where love and magic intertwine. In our list of the 7 best romantic fantasy books, we delve into tales that sweep you off your feet with unforgettable characters and spellbinding plots. We seek novels that perfectly balance romance with the fantastical, ensuring they whisk us away to realms we never want to leave. From intriguing danger to timeless passion, each book selected for this list promises a captivating story, with our top picks spanning everything from epic adventures to mystical love. So, grab a cozy blanket and prepare for some enchanting reading exploration.
On this list:
7 A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Action-packed with fae and magic, this book offers a romantic fantasy that keeps us on the edge. The twisty plot and characters made us skip chores.
6 The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
Grabs us with court intrigue and a hate-to-love romance. The fae world is vividly crafted, with a plot full of scheming and surprises.
5 From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Swoons and gasps; this book has it all. It artfully mixes steamy romance with a compelling fantasy plot. We binged it in one weekend.
4 Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Witches and witch hunters clash in this thrilling fantasy. It’s got humor, adventure, and romance—in equal measures. We laughed and swooned our way through.
3 The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
This one’s an emotional rollercoaster, weaving romance with existential themes. It’s different, but the romance hit us right in the feels.
2 An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir
Richly crafted fantasy world with a fierce romance at its heart. Tackles themes of oppression and love—seriously, we couldn’t put it down.
1 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
This book wins for its magical setting and captivating romance. The prose is poetic, pulling us into a world where every page feels like a dream. It’s a unique tale with a love story that resonates deeply. The characters, complex yet relatable, navigate mystery and allure within a magical circus. A personal favorite, it’s a book we recommend often. The romance is a slow burn, so patience is rewarded. It’s unlike any other book with its enchanting blend of fantasy and romance. Whenever we feel whimsical, we return to the pages of this book.
