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If you’re a romantasy fan (and, honestly, who isn’t?), 2025 is about to be your year. This lineup is packed with swoony love interests, magical worlds, and the kind of stories that will have you screaming, "Just one more chapter" at 2 a.m. From dragons to cursed royals to celestial princes, here are the top 5 romantasy books of 2025 you’ll want on your shelf ASAP.
Top 5 Most Anticipated Romantasy Books of 2025
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
Release Date: January 21, 2025
Dragons, war, and a slow-burn romance that’s had us all in a chokehold since Fourth Wing. Onyx Storm is the third book in the Empyrean series, and honestly, we’re not ready (but also so ready). Rebecca Yarros is coming for our sleep schedules again.
Why We’re Excited:
More dragons. Just... more dragons.
The slow-burn romance has us in a chokehold.
We’re bracing for that one scene that will live rent-free in our minds forever
The Starlight Heir by Amelie Howard
Release Date: January 7, 2025
The Starlight Heir has everything we love in a romantasy: a badass heroine, a broody prince, forbidden magic, and rebellion brewing in the background. Suraya Saab, a bladesmith with magical skills, discovers she might be the Starkeeper everyone’s searching for. Add in Roshan, the crown prince’s mysterious half-brother, and a dark god watching her every move, and we’re completely hooked.
Why We’re Excited:
A badass bladesmith heroine navigating danger and destiny.
A simmering romance with a broody prince (yes, please!).
Amelie Howard’s storytelling is always on point.
Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Rebel Witch is giving us everything: betrayal, forbidden love, and impossible choices. Rune Winters is on the run after being betrayed by Gideon Sharpe, the boy she once loved. Forced to ally with a dangerous witch to survive, Rune makes Gideon an offer he can’t refuse, throwing them back into each other’s paths—and feelings. With love, loyalty, and the fate of the Republic at stake, this thrilling conclusion to The Crimson Moth duology has us hooked.
Why We’re Excited:
Betrayal, forbidden love, and second chances? Yes, please.
Enemies-to-lovers tension that will ruin us (in the best way).
Kristen Ciccarelli knows how to deliver high-stakes romance and action.
Go Luck Yourself by Sara Raasch
Release Date: March 11, 2025
Go Luck Yourself is an enemies-to-lovers holiday mashup we didn’t know we needed. Kris, the spare prince of Christmas, teams up with Lochlann Patrick, the crown prince of St. Patrick’s Day, to solve a mystery threatening the magic of Christmas. Their fiery rivalry and undeniable chemistry make this story an absolute must-read. Expect banter, holiday magic, and a romance that will have you grinning the whole way through.
Why We’re Excited:
Enemies-to-lovers holiday romance? Yes, please.
A mystery that blends Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day magic.
Sara Raasch’s sharp humor and swoon-worthy writing.
Firebird by Juliette Cross
Release Date: April 8, 2025
Firebird is a scorching romantasy set in Ancient Rome with dragons, witches, and a fierce romance. Julianus Dakkia, a Roman general and secret dragon shifter, rescues Malina, a dancer prophesied to save them all. As their connection deepens, so does the danger surrounding them. With flying deathriders, imperial intrigue, and a world on the brink of chaos, this fiery romance is already burning up our TBR.
Why We’re Excited:
Dragons ruling Ancient Rome? Yes, please.
A fierce, forbidden romance that will leave us breathless.
Juliette Cross is delivering spice, angst, and high-stakes drama.
Which Romance Fantasy Will You Read First?
There’s no way we’re picking just one. From dragons to celestial royalty to phoenix shifters, 2025’s lineup is coming for our hearts, souls, and sleep schedules. Which of these beauties is at the top of your TBR? Drop your must-reads in the comments so we can fangirl together!
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