Romantasy, a blend of romance and fantasy, is a genre that has gained popularity in recent years. As a fan of both romance and fantasy novels, I have found myself drawn to romantasy books that combine the best of both genres. Here are four romantasy books that I have enjoyed and six more that I can’t wait to read.
Four Romantasy Books I Enjoyed:
1. “A Court of Thorns and Roses” by Sarah J. Maas: This series follows the story of Feyre, a young woman who is dragged into a world of faeries and magic. The romance between Feyre and the mysterious faerie, Tamlin, is both captivating and heart-wrenching.
2. “From Blood and Ash” by Jennifer L. Armentrout: This book follows Poppy, a maiden chosen to be the next Ascended, a god-like figure in her world. The romance between Poppy and her guard, Hawke, is full of tension and passion.
3. “Throne of Glass” by Sarah J. Maas: This series follows the story of Celaena Sardothien, a deadly assassin who is offered a chance at freedom in exchange for competing in a brutal tournament. The romance between Celaena and the charming prince, Dorian, is both sweet and intense.
4. “Serpent & Dove” by Shelby Mahurin: This book follows the story of Lou, a witch who is forced to marry Reid, a witch hunter. The tension between the two characters is palpable, and their forbidden romance is both thrilling and heart-wrenching.
Six Romantasy Books I Want to Read:
1. “House of Earth and Blood” by Sarah J. Maas: This book follows the story of Bryce, a half-fae, half-human woman who is drawn into a world of magic and danger. The romance between Bryce and the fallen angel, Hunt, promises to be both epic and heartbreaking.
2. “The Cruel Prince” by Holly Black: This book follows the story of Jude, a mortal girl who is swept into the treacherous world of the fae. The romance between Jude and the cruel faerie prince, Cardan, is both twisted and captivating.
3. “The Shadows Between Us” by Tricia Levenseller: This book follows the story of Alessandra, a cunning noblewoman who sets out to seduce and marry the Shadow King. The romance between Alessandra and the enigmatic king promises to be both dark and alluring.
4. “Song of Blood & Stone” by L. Penelope: This book follows the story of Jasminda, a woman with the power to heal through song. The romance between Jasminda and Jack, a soldier from a warring nation, is both forbidden and passionate.
5. “Wicked Saints” by Emily A. Duncan: This book follows the story of Nadya, a cleric with the power to commune with the gods. The romance between Nadya and Malachiasz, a dark and dangerous boy, promises to be both thrilling and deadly.
6. “Kingdom of the Wicked” by Kerri Maniscalco: This book follows the story of Emilia, a witch who must team up with the prince of hell to solve her sister’s murder. The romance between Emilia and Wrath, the demon prince, is full of danger and intrigue.
In conclusion, romantasy books offer a perfect blend of romance and fantasy that is sure to captivate readers. Whether you’re looking for epic love stories, forbidden romances, or dark and dangerous liaisons, the romantasy genre has something for everyone. I can’t wait to dive into these six romantasy books and immerse myself in their enchanting worlds.