Carolina Ciucci is a teacher, writer and reviewer based in the south of Argentina. She hoards books like they’re going out of style. In case of emergency, you can summon her by talking about Ireland, fictional witches, and the Brontë family.
Rune Ryker has lost everything to the Immortals—her family, her home, her freedom. Driven by revenge, she orchestrates her own selection into the Immortal Realms, where druids wield elusive tarot magic. When Rune’s power is revealed as the rarest of all, she’s forced to live and train with Prince Draven, arrogant, dangerous, and impossible to trust. As deadly alliances form and desire sparks, Rune must decide how far she’ll go for vengeance.
There seems to be no end to the popularity of romantasy, which makes sense. As Courtney Rodgers put it, romantasy offers a double dose of escapism: first in the romance, then in the magic. Considering the state of the world, more and more people are looking to escape to a place where love and justice triumph. You will find love and justice in these books… but you will also find delicious, you-can’t-help-but-smile banter. After all, as far as I’m concerned, one of the few things better than a good romantasy book is a good romantasy book with great banter.
Whether you prefer your romantasy to be cozy and low-stakes, or epic and sweeping, you will find something for you here. From demons to mages to witches, the right magical creature for you is right here. You’re into enemies-to-lovers? There’s an abundance of riches. Reluctant allies? Why, yes, you will find that too. A kidnapping turned attraction turned love? Well, why didn’t you say so sooner?
I wish you the most wonderful experience reading these romantasy books with the best banter. Whether you’re looking for escapism or inspiration to face the world, you’ll find it all here.
Happy Endings (Demon Magic #1) by Alice Winters
Three hundred years ago, Miles bound demon Havoc to his side. Alas, Havoc loves causing havoc, leaving Miles in a constant state of frustration with him. But when fifteen people end up dead, Miles and Havoc must work together to find the ones responsible… unearthing long-buried feelings in the process.
Burn For Me (Hidden Legacy #1) by Ilona Andrews
This is the book that made me fall in love with romantasy, so I couldn’t leave it out. P.I. Nevada is faced with the most challenging case of her career, involving one of the most powerful magic users in the world. As if that wasn’t complicated enough, she’s kidnapped by Connor “Mad” Rogan. The biggest issue? She might need to team up with Rogan to stay alive.
A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna
It’s inevitable to be a little grumpy when you lose your magic and your future, as Sera Swan has found out. Forced to help her (recently resurrected) great-aunt to run an inn, Sera will do anything to get her powers back… including working with historian Luke Larsen, who had different plans. But the chemistry between them, often manifesting in banter, proves too strong for both of them.
Throne in the Dark (Villains & Virtues) by A.K. Caggiano
Damien Maleficus Bloodthorne was doomed to be a villain. Forget his demon father, just look at his name! But his plans to destroy the real prove complicated when annoyingly kind Amma ends up chained to his side. Soon, the most horrifying thing happens to Damien: feelings.
King Foretold (Realm of Four Kingdoms #2) by Jayci Lee
Can you run from your destiny? Sunny Fox is certainly giving it her best shot. But when she’s forced to go back to the Four Kingdoms, she falls right back into her fate… one that does not include Ethan, a man she refuses to go after, no matter what her heart says.
Between Mischief and Magic (Love X Magic #1) by Marissa Serrao
When a half succubus-half satyr finds herself in desperate need of a job, and a princess is desperate to regain her magic, what can they do but team up? That’s the predicament in which Rei and Amora find themselves. Soon they strike a deal: Rei will help Amora get her magic back, and Amora will hire Rei as a royal advisor. But neither of them counted on the sparks flying between them.
The Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming
When Cinnamon drunkenly saves Fallon, a demon on a mission, she wasn’t expecting to be dragged along on his quest to kill the witch enslaving his people. Alas, here she is. Truly, no deed goes unpunished.
Our Vicious Oaths by N.E. Davenport
Kadeesha, princess of Aether Dominion, does not want to marry the Hyperion High King. Looking for one last night of passion before her inevitable wedding, she finds herself sleeping with a mysterious stranger—one who happens to want her fiancé dead. Oops?
When Malachi, King of the Apollyon Court, attacks the wedding, he takes Kadeesha hostage… only, maybe that’s where she wants to be.
Are you new to the genre? Then I suggest a beginner’s guide to romantasy. If, instead, you’re well-versed in romantasy but long for queer books, try these swoon worthy LGBTQ romantasy books.
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