If you’re a fan of heart-pounding romance woven into magical worlds, romantasy is the genre for you. These stories blend sweeping fantasy, high-stakes adventure, and emotional romance to create worlds you can lose yourself in. Whether you love slow-burn tension, enemies-to-lovers dynamics, or political intrigue with a romantic twist, these series will keep you hooked from start to finish.

Here are six binge-worthy YA and NA fantasy romance series that belong on your TBR this weekend.

1. The Shepherd King Duology by Rachel Gillig

Synopsis: In a mist-shrouded kingdom, Elspeth Spindle must unleash the monster within to save her home. Alongside a mysterious highwayman—who just happens to be the King’s nephew and a traitor—she embarks on a dangerous quest to cure the kingdom of dark magic.

Popular Tropes: Dark fantasy, slow-burn romance, magical quests, enemies-to-lovers tension

Why Readers Love It: Fans are captivated by the lush gothic world-building, the high-stakes magic, and the simmering chemistry between Elspeth and the highwayman. The story balances suspense, romance, and fantasy in a way that keeps readers glued to the page.

Book 1: One Dark Window

2. The Remnant Chronicles by Mary E. Pearson

Synopsis: Princess Lia flees an arranged marriage and finds herself pursued by a jilted fiancé and a mysterious assassin. Their entangled destinies ignite a story of danger, self-discovery, and unexpected romance.

Popular Tropes: Runaway royalty, love triangle, hidden identities

Why Readers Love It: Pearson’s immersive world-building, emotional depth, and unpredictable twists make this trilogy impossible to put down.

Book 1: Kiss of Deception

3. Fae of Rewyth Series by Emily Blackwood

Synopsis: In a realm where humans and fae coexist, a mortal woman forms a tenuous alliance with a brooding fae prince. Their forbidden romance challenges ancient prejudices and could change their world forever.

Popular Tropes: Fae royalty, arranged marriage, enemies-to-lovers

Why Readers Love It: Fast-paced, addictive, and full of romantic tension, this series is perfect for fans of fae-centric fantasy and swoon-worthy romances.

Book 1: House of Lies and Sorrow

4. Once Upon a Broken Heart Series by Stephanie Garber

Synopsis: Evangeline Fox makes a deal with the enigmatic Prince of Hearts to mend her broken heart, pulling her into a magical world of curses, schemes, and unexpected love.

Popular Tropes: Deals with magical beings, star-crossed lovers, whimsical magic

Why Readers Love It: Garber’s storytelling is enchantingly whimsical, with twists that keep readers guessing and a romance that feels both thrilling and inevitable.

Book 1: Once Upon a Broken Heart

5. Artefacts of Ouranos Series by Nisha J. Tuli

Synopsis: A fierce heroine navigates a world of ancient magic, political intrigue, and slow-burning romance with a mysterious warrior. Her journey uncovers truths that could alter the fate of their entire realm.

Popular Tropes: Slow-burn romance, chosen one, political intrigue

Why Readers Love It: Richly developed characters and intricate world-building draw readers into a layered tale of love, power, and destiny.

Book 1: Trial of the Sun Queen

6. The Folk of the Air Trilogy by Holly Black

Synopsis: Mortal Jude is thrust into the dangerous world of Faerie after her parents’ murder. Determined to claim her place, she navigates political machinations and a complicated relationship with the enigmatic Prince Cardan.

Popular Tropes: Enemies-to-lovers, court intrigue, strong female protagonist

Why Readers Love It: Dark, seductive, and full of high-stakes tension, this series combines a fierce heroine with irresistible romance.

Book 1: The Cruel Prince

Ready to Add Another Romantasy to Your TBR?

If you loved these binge-worthy fantasy romances, you’ll want to keep an eye on my upcoming NA fantasy romance, A Song of Light and Shadow.

Add it to your Goodreads TBR today so you don’t miss the magic, intrigue, and romance when it releases — trust me, you’ll want a front-row seat to this adventure.