Meet indie author Ruth Cantu, the creative mind behind the upcoming fantasy romance Eleutheria. In this exclusive spotlight, Ruth shares her journey from childhood reader to debut novelist, the inspiration behind her romantasy worlds, and the writing process that brings her magical characters to life. Get to know the author before her debut hits shelves this November!

If you love swoony love stories set in magical worlds, you’ve probably heard the buzz about fantasy romance books on BookTok. From fae courts to dark fantasy realms, the romantasy genre is exploding with unforgettable characters, steamy enemies-to-lovers, and epic adventures. In this post, I’m sharing the best fantasy romance book recommendations trending right now—perfect for your next reading obsession. Whether you’re new to romantasy or a die-hard fan, get ready to dive into worlds you won’t want to leave!

I always want to support bold, creative romance authors—but sometimes a book just doesn’t work for me. Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsay Straube was a DNF I didn’t expect. While the premise was intriguing, the heavy focus on explicit content, controversial plot points, and lack of emotional depth pushed me out of the story. If monster erotica is your thing, you might love it. But for me, it definitely crossed a line.

Sink into dark romantasy worlds with brooding antiheroes, forbidden magic, and smoldering tension—paired perfectly with sexy, mystical cocktails and mocktails. Whether you're indulging in a solo escape or hosting a fantasy-themed book club night, these drink and book pairings will enchant your senses and ignite your imagination.

If you’ve spent any time on BookTok, you know the spicy fantasy romance genre has taken over. With swoony fae males, badass heroines, enemies-to-lovers tension, and worlds brimming with danger and desire, it’s impossible not to fall down the rabbit hole. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into romantasy or you're already elbows-deep in fan art and fantasy playlists, here’s your guide to 10 spicy fantasy romance reads—complete with steamy ratings.