17 Irresistible April 2025 Romantasy Books You Need

Kaia Bissett came to Scotland for a fresh start—no entanglements, no mistakes. But one scorching night with a stranger shatters that plan—especially when he turns out to be Thane Blackwood, her new landlord and fiercest rival. As rival metalsmiths battling for the same commission, sparks fly in the forge and beyond. But Kaia’s past isn’t finished with her. Bound to an ancient order, she must protect Loren Brae from the deadly Kelpies.

Magick rises, steel clashes, and Thane won’t let her fight alone.

In war-torn Anwyvn, where fear of maegic runs deep, halflings like Rhya Fleetwood are executed on sight. But when her death is interrupted by the ruthless Commander Scythe, she’s thrust into the treacherous Northlands—where nothing is as it seems. The blight destroying her realm, her enigmatic captor, even her own identity—all shrouded in secrets. Rhya is a Remnant, one of four fated to restore balance… or die trying.

As she battles the power within, her forbidden desire for Scythe burns just as fiercely. Will she smother the flames—or surrender to them?

When Genevieve Grimm’s mother dies, she’s left with unanswered questions—until an invitation to Enchantra, a cursed palace in Italy, changes everything. But when the ruthless and dangerously handsome Rowin Silver denies her entry, she forces her way in… and regrets it instantly.

Enchantra is a deadly maze where Rowin and his siblings are trapped in a cruel game—one where only one can survive. To live, Genevieve must play the game as Rowin’s wife, feigning love while resisting the passion between them. But in Enchantra, there’s one rule: Never, ever trust your heart.

Ahnna bled for Ithicana, only to watch it fall. Now, to save her homeland, she must leave it behind—betrothed to the crown prince of wealthy Harendell, where power and gold could rebuild her ruined nation. But court life is a web of deception, and her intended isn’t the only danger. His half-brother, James, stands apart from the scheming—infuriating, intriguing, and utterly off-limits.

As deadly plots close in, Ahnna must decide: will she save her people as a queen… or as a blade?

Long ago, Favre gave up her wings for love. Thana, the goddess she loved, sacrificed that love for power—only to bring eternal night and ruin. A thousand years later, Favre still waits for her chance to resurrect Thana… and make her pay.

Now, Leyla, vampire crown princess, journeys to Nekros to save her best friend. But as her body betrays her and dark forces stir, she risks awakening an ancient evil. In a world shaped by gods, vampires, and fate, one question remains: Do we choose our fates, or do they choose us?

Lord Nicholas Monterris is trapped—bound by duty to marry Lady Leaf Serral, daughter of his father’s greatest rival. But the real shock comes when he meets the Serrals’ negotiator: Dashiell sa Vare, the ex-lover he never forgave. Forced into close quarters, Nic drowns his frustration in wine and strained politeness—until murder shatters the uneasy peace.

As bodies pile up, Nic, Leaf, and Dashiell must work together to unmask a killer before they become the next victims. In a world of magic, secrets, and temptation, trust is a dangerous game.

Aileana Kameron escaped the fae realm—only to watch her world burn. Hunted for the secrets in her mind, she finds refuge with Kiaran MacKay, her deadly fae consort. But nowhere is safe.

As they join the human resistance, trust is fragile, and the fae will stop at nothing to rebuild their Courts—even if it means destroying the mortal realm. But Aileana isn’t their only target. To survive and turn the tide of war, she must outwit them all in this spellbinding Victorian-era romantasy.

Manhattan, 1870. Rua remembers nothing—except her name. When the wealthy Harrington family mistakes her for their missing daughter, Emma, Rua plays along, hoping to uncover her true identity. As she navigates a world she doesn’t recall, she’s drawn to the mysterious Lord of Donore, Finn, who feels oddly familiar.

Finn, new to New York society, is captivated by Emma, but he knows their connection is dangerous. As Rua’s memories resurface, she discovers dark magic tied to her past. Together, they must unravel ancient secrets before their past destroys their future in this thrilling romantasy.

In a world ruled by dragons, Roman general Julianus Dakkia is captivated by the Dacian dancer, Malina. Years after their first encounter, he saves her on a scarred battlefield, shifting into his dragon form to protect her—an act that could cost him everything. But he knows one truth: she belongs to him.

Malina is torn between the brutal general and the gentle protector she’s always known, as their love stirs a firestorm. In a world of deathriders and burning skies, their passion will either destroy them—or ignite a war they can’t survive.

Professor Elodie Tarrant specializes in magic disasters, but her biggest disaster is her estranged husband, Gabriel. Married for convenience, she secretly loves him. Gabriel, equally skilled in magic disasters, has been stoically pining for her since their wedding day. When magic erupts in a Welsh village, they’re both assigned to the case, forced to team up to save Britain.

Amid explosions, wild goats, and only one bed, Elodie and Gabriel must navigate their unresolved feelings and find their way through both magical peril and matters of the heart.

I chose my mate over freedom, but now I’m caged above the throne of the Queen of Air & Darkness. Once, I thought I was the lost princess of Faerie, but it’s Fallon who must fear her heritage. Mab, cruel and power-hungry, uses Faerie children to sustain her dark magic, and she’s forged me into a weapon. Though I’m not her daughter, she controls the man I love.

To free him, I’ll play the Fae’s deadly games—even if it means becoming the villain.

Paedyn and Kai are reunited but face a terrible decision in this thrilling conclusion to the New York Times bestselling romantic fantasy trilogy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and The Red Queen.

Paedyn Gray and Kai Azer return to the Kingdom of Ilya…And Paedyn has a life-altering choice to make. Whatever she decides will determine her fate—and the fate of those around her—forever. In the ultimate battle of love and loyalty, who wins?

Lyra Bien sought a quiet life away from the magic-obsessed king at Stonegate. But when Roark Ashwood, the prince’s silent guard and rumored killer, discovers the secret behind the silver scars in her eyes, everything changes. To save her best friend, Lyra is forced to reveal her powers and is claimed by the crown as the next melder—a position that means both reverence and a slow death.

As she partners with Roark, she uncovers a passion that complicates their mission and must decide whether to accept or fight their dark fate.

In 1910s New York City, Benny Caldera, an orphaned Boricua blacksmith, creates a stunning ironwork tank for Coney Island’s Luna Park. His work earns him an invitation to join a side-show crew, where he learns their secret: the tank is a cage for a stolen merman named Río. As Benny befriends and falls in love with the compassionate, intelligent merman, he realizes that Río’s captivity is a prison for both of them.

Torn between loyalty and love, Benny must decide whether to betray his family to free Río—and their hearts.

Ellie discovers she’s a witch and is taken to the magical land of Crenshaw, where she believes she’s happily married to Prospero, who has altered her memories. But Prospero is tormented by guilt over erasing Ellie’s memories and trapping her in a fake marriage. Crenshaw is dying, poisoned by enemies who want to return the land to the human world.

As their world unravels, Ellie and Prospero must team up to save Crenshaw and each other, while confronting painful truths about their love and the magic that binds them.

Edira Brillwyn is a threadmender with the rare ability to heal injuries and cure diseases, but at a cost—each life saved takes a sliver of her own. She’s kept her power hidden, until the powerful Fernglove family uncovers her secret. Orin Fernglove, the family head, offers to help when Edira’s brothers contract a deadly blight. As they work together to find a cure, Edira’s attraction to him grows.

But the Ferngloves have their own dark secrets, and Edira must decide whom to trust—and who to save—before it’s too late.

Salem Salazar arrives at Mortimer University to uncover the truth behind her sister’s mysterious death. Her investigation reveals a string of unexplained deaths and leads her to a dangerous secret society. Cazimir van der Waal, an enigmatic art student, is both a roadblock and another mystery. As Salem seeks answers, she’s drawn into a deadly web of secrets with Caz.

Forced to work together, they must uncover the truth or risk their lives. In this dark academia romance, rivals become lovers and deadly secrets are revealed.