36 romantasy books with the found family trope you'll fall in love with

Althea Zoltaire has three years to live and even less time to achieve the impossible. As the only daughter of a noble house, her destiny should be obedience and silence. But Althea has trained in secret her entire life, dreaming of joining the elite guild that defends the five kingdoms. When she enters the male dominated warrior trials, she faces brutal challenges, fierce rivals, and a chaperone who wants nothing to do with her. Wilder Hawthorne is cold, frustratingly attractive, and hiding secrets of his own, but sparks fly between them with every clash of swords. As darkness creeps across the land and monsters threaten to rise again, Althea's ambition may not be her only risk. Blood, betrayal, and buried magic simmer beneath the surface in this slow burn, enemies to lovers fantasy.

Why you should read this: 

This is the kind of romantasy that gives you a strong, determined heroine, a brooding hero you'll fall hard for, and a training ground to battlefield setting full of action, angst, and slow building trust. The bonds Althea forms, both romantic and platonic, grow into a fierce, found family that will steal your heart.

The Legends of Thezmarr reading order:

1. Blood & Steel
2. Vows & Ruins
3. Fate & Furies
4. Shadow & Storms

Keera, the King's Blade, has been a weapon her entire life. Trained to hunt, spy, and kill for the crown, she lives in the shadows, haunted by the loss of her people and a promise she made long ago. When a mysterious rebellion figure known only as the Shadow threatens the kingdom, Keera is tasked with eliminating them. But tracking the Shadow leads her deep into forbidden fae lands where truth is tangled in lies, and enemies are not who they seem. There, she confronts not only political conspiracies and rising tension, but also her own past and a slow, surprising pull toward someone unexpected. With deadly magic and long held secrets swirling around her, Keera must decide what justice really means and who she can trust in a world built on betrayal.

Why you should read this: 

A Broken Blade is a fast paced fantasy filled with morally grey choices, sapphic longing, and found family built in the midst of rebellion. Keera's journey toward healing, purpose, and love will pull you in and keep you rooting for her until the last page.

The Halfling Saga reading order:

1. A Broken Blade
2. A Shadow Crown
3. A Vicious Game
4. An Honored Vow

Violet Sorrengail was raised to be a scribe, tucked away among books and knowledge, not fighting dragons. But when her war hardened mother forces her into the Riders Quadrant at Basgiath War College, Violet enters a deadly world where only the strongest survive. Small, fragile, and underestimated, she'll need to outwit assassins, bond with a dragon, and resist the dangerously charming wingleader who hates her for everything she represents. As war looms and secrets inside the college unravel, Violet forms bonds with unlikely allies, classmates who challenge her, protect her, and grow to care for her deeply. But nothing at Basgiath is simple. Between brutal trials, brewing rebellion, and growing feelings she can't afford, Violet must find strength not just to survive, but to become something more.

Why you should read this: 

There's a reason Fourth Wing became a sensation. It blends brutal fantasy school trials with jaw dropping twists, swoony romance, and ride or die friendships. Violet's crew becomes her lifeline in a world built to kill her, and their found family energy will absolutely wreck you in the best way.

The Empyrean reading order:

1. Fourth Wing
2. Iron Flame
3. Onyx Storm

When Feyre Archeron kills a wolf in the woods, she sets off a chain of events that rips her from her impoverished human life and drops her into the heart of the fae lands. Her captor, Tamlin, is a powerful and mysterious High Fae lord cursed by dark magic. As Feyre adjusts to her new life in his enchanted court, the lines between captor and protector begin to blur and desire ignites. But ancient evils lurk beneath the surface of this beautiful realm, and Feyre soon finds herself at the center of a magical conspiracy that could destroy everything. With danger closing in, Feyre must fight not only for her own life, but for those she has come to love in this lush, perilous world.

Why you should read this: 

This series is a staple for romantasy fans for a reason. What starts as a Beauty and the Beast style romance evolves into an epic tale of love, sacrifice, and found family, especially once Feyre's journey leads her to the Inner Circle. Prepare to become obsessed.

A Court of Thorns and Roses reading order:

1. A Court of Thorns and Roses
2. A Court of Mist and Fury
3. A Court of Wings and Ruin
4. A Court of Frost and Starlight
5. A Court of Silver Flames

Mika Moon has always lived by strict rules. Never reveal her magic, never stay in one place too long, and never get close to anyone. Being one of the only witches in Britain means isolation is the norm, until an invitation arrives that changes everything. Mika is asked to come to Nowhere House, a hidden manor filled with secrets, to teach three young witches to control their powers. It's wildly against the rules, but something draws her in. There she finds a ramshackle crew of caretakers, a broody (and beautiful) librarian, and three magical children who need her more than she ever expected. As Mika begins to settle into this strange and wonderful new life, she must decide if risking her heart is worth the chance to finally belong.

Why you should read this: 

This book is like a warm cup of tea on a rainy day. It's cozy, magical, and brimming with heart. The found family in Irregular Witches is full of quirky charm and emotional depth, offering one of the sweetest takes on chosen family in the genre.

Kaz Brekker, criminal mastermind and rising star in the underworld of Ketterdam, is offered a heist that could make him and his crew richer than they ever dreamed. But to pull it off, he'll need more than brute strength and clever tricks. He gathers five other misfits, a spy with deadly grace, a convict seeking vengeance, a runaway with a gift for magic, a sharpshooter with debts to pay, and a noble turned thief. Together, they must infiltrate an impenetrable fortress and survive betrayal, heartbreak, and the ghosts of their pasts. What begins as a high stakes job soon becomes something more as these six outcasts realize they're stronger together than they ever were alone.

Why you should read this: 

If you love the "ragtag crew of outcasts becomes a ride or die family" trope, Six of Crows will ruin you in the best way. Gritty, fast paced, and emotionally rich, it's a masterclass in found family dynamics, each character beautifully broken and beautifully bonded.

Six of Crows reading order:

1. Six of Crows
2. Crooked Kingdom

Silla Nordvig is on the run, hunted by the ruthless Queen of Íseldur after a brutal attack leaves her alone and desperate. With only her father's dying words to guide her, she sets out on the Road of Bones, a perilous, thousand mile stretch swarming with mercenaries, monsters, and secrets. Her only hope lies with the Bloodaxe Crew, a legendary band of warriors with dark reputations and tangled loyalties. To survive, Silla must win their trust, especially that of their enigmatic leader Axe Eyes and his dangerously charming right hand man, the Wolf. But the deeper into the journey she gets, the more she realizes that destiny may have bigger plans for her and the crew who become her unlikely family.

Why you should read this: 

This Viking inspired romantasy brings everything you want. Gritty survival, dangerous romance, and a slow building sense of camaraderie among the most unlikely allies. The Bloodaxe Crew doesn't just protect Silla, they become hers in every way that matters.

Ashen reading order:

1. The Road of Bones
2. Kingdom of Claw
3. Dawn of the North

Edwardian England hides more than tea parties and societal gossip, it hides magic. Robin Blyth, newly appointed to a curious civil service position, accidentally steps into a secret magical society and finds himself cursed. His reluctant guide to this hidden world is Edwin Courcey, a prickly, precise magician who wants nothing to do with Robin at first. As the two investigate the disappearance of Robin's predecessor and the curse entwining them both, their partnership sparks into something deeper. With assassins lurking and ancient secrets rising, Robin and Edwin must rely on each other not only to survive, but to unravel a conspiracy that could change the course of magical Britain.

Why you should read this: 

This book delivers on the grumpy/sunshine dynamic, slow burn MM romance, and a charming yet dangerous magical setting. The found family here is subtle but deeply rewarding, built on trust, emotional connection, and the kind of love that chooses you even when it's hard.

The Last Binding reading order:

1. A Marvellous Light
2. A Restless Truth
3. A Power Unbound

Halla just inherited an estate, a sword, and a whole lot of trouble. When her greedy relatives try to force her into marriage, she unsheathes the strange sword hanging on her wall, only to summon Sarkis, a cursed immortal warrior bound to the blade. Sworn to protect whoever wields the sword, Sarkis finds himself protecting Halla from more than just assassins and bandits. He also has to deal with her unexpected charm, her boldness, and her infuriatingly kind heart. Together, they're swept into a journey across the countryside full of cults, inquisitors, and delightful chaos as they figure out how to break his curse and possibly fall in love in the process.

Why you should read this: 

Warm, funny, and refreshingly human, Swordheart is a cozy fantasy romance with sharp edges. The heart of this story lies in its quirky, lovable cast and the unexpected ways they care for and protect each other. It's found family, sword summoning style.

Years after magic ripped the world apart, Ailis Rhis just wants a quiet life. She's a refugee with healing skills and a painful past, hoping to disappear into the background. But when her caravan is stopped by a group of mysterious men and she's chosen to go with them, Ailis learns there's more to their village and to herself than she ever imagined. At the center of it all is a man with secrets as dark as his eyes and a pull that threatens to unravel everything she thought she knew. As the wild magic surges and old powers reawaken, Ailis may have to confront her destiny and the makeshift family forming around her.

Why you should read this: 

With vibes that blend post apocalyptic magic and quiet intimacy, Spell Bound shines in its portrayal of trauma, healing, and found family forged in unexpected places. You'll be swept away by its emotional core and slow burning romance.

Dominai of Airedale has always known his place in the world. A poor hunter, a nobody with no ties to magic. But when a mysterious and captivating wizard named Allisande reveals he has magic in his bloodline, Dom's world is turned upside down. Given a letter of introduction to the Crux, a prestigious magical institution, he's thrust into a world of seductive rituals and unconventional teachings. The Crux isn't what he expected. Instead of rigid study, it's a haven of trust, connection, and kink based magic that explores power through pleasure. As Dom navigates his growing abilities and intense new relationships, he discovers that loyalty and love might be the greatest magic of all.

Why you should read this: 

Unapologetically sex positive and deeply emotional, Initiation is a standout for its inclusive cast, intense bonds, and the way it redefines what it means to belong. You'll root for Dom as he builds a chosen family where vulnerability is a strength, and love is literally magical.

Sex Wizards reading order:

1. Initiation
2. Mastery
3. Championship
4. Odyssey

Elise was born to serve a throne stolen generations ago, but she's never fit the mold of a royal pawn. When she's forced into marriage negotiations that threaten the only person she truly loves, her ailing father, Elise finds herself under the watch of Legion Grey, a stranger with secrets and smoldering intensity. When a coup shatters the kingdom, Elise flees with Legion and discovers the truth. He's cursed, monstrous, and hiding far more than his identity. As danger mounts and their connection deepens, Elise is caught between duty and desire, blood and betrayal. But the more she learns, the more she realizes that her fate and her heart may be tied to the very curse that could destroy them both.

Why you should read this: 

Darkly romantic with fairy tale vibes and swoon worthy slow burn, this series features a growing cast of allies who band together through loyalty, love, and survival. The found family that blossoms across the series is full of banter, bravery, and broken people learning to choose each other.

The Broken Kingdoms reading order:

1. Curse of Shadows and Thorns
2. Court of Ice and Ash
3. Crown of Blood and Ruin
4. Night of Masks and Knives
5. Game of Hate and Lies
6. Dance of Kings and Thieves
7. Den of Blades and Briars
8. Reign of Stars and Fire
9. Song of Sorrows and Fate

Scarlett Monrhoe was trained to kill, raised by a brutal Assassin Lord alongside her sisters and molded into a weapon of fear. But everything changes when a mission for revenge pulls her into the noble courts and sets her on a path of redemption. As children begin disappearing and magic begins to stir, Scarlett is forced to confront her own darkness while old flames, unlikely allies, and a mysterious stranger all circle closer. With a deadly past and a future full of blood and fire, Scarlett must decide if she's a villain, a savior, or something far more powerful.

Why you should read this: 

If you love dark romantasy with morally grey heroines, Lady of Darkness delivers. What starts as a story of vengeance evolves into a powerful narrative of healing and connection with a found family full of sass, strength, and soul deep loyalty.

Lady of Darkness reading order:

1. Lady of Darkness
2. Lady of Shadows
3. Lady of Ashes
4. Lady of Embers
5. Lady of Starfire

Tory and Darcy Vega just found out they're Fae and heirs to a throne everyone wants to steal. Thrown into the ruthless Zodiac Academy, they must master their elemental magic, survive deadly tests, and dodge the four impossibly powerful boys who seem determined to break them. What begins as survival turns into rebellion, romance, and a magical coming of age story with bite. Over time, the twins forge unshakable bonds with allies just as broken and badass as they are. Magic, mayhem, and destiny all collide in a sprawling series that blends brutal challenges with deep emotional growth.

Why you should read this: 

Think dark academia meets elemental chaos with dragons, spice, and an unforgettable cast of characters. The twin sisters' ride or die loyalty and the makeshift family they build over time is one of the most emotionally resonant parts of this addictive series.

Zodiac Academy reading order:

1. The Awakening
2. Ruthless Fae
3. The Reckoning
4. Shadow Princess
5. Cursed Fates
6. Fated Throne
7. Heartless Sky
8. Sorrow and Starlight
9. Restless Stars

Princess Cam is betrayed by her brother and sent across the Rift to be a blood slave in the vampire court of Nor Doru. Trapped between two powerful men, King Laurent, her reluctant master, and Varick, his dangerously possessive general, Cam must navigate court politics, dark magic, and her own awakening powers. But the court holds secrets, and so does Cam. As tensions build and ancient threats stir, she must decide who to trust and what she's willing to sacrifice to survive and maybe even take back control of her fate.

Why you should read this: 

With heavy tension, queer yearning, political intrigue, and a heroine learning to reclaim her agency, Given kicks off a vampiric romantasy full of unexpected connections. The makeshift alliances and shared trauma form the basis for a fierce found family in the most unlikely of places.

Bitten and Bound reading order:

1. Given
2. Stolen
3. Kept

Alexis has lived in the shadows of San Francisco's magical underworld for years, staying invisible to avoid being used, caged, or worse. But her world tilts when a dangerously powerful demigod named Kieran shows up with vengeance on his mind and sets his sights on her. Kieran is brutal, deadly, and hellbent on killing his father, the city's most feared magical elite. And yet, he's inexplicably drawn to Alexis. As the two are pulled into a deadly game of secrets, alliances, and rising tensions, Alexis must decide whether to trust the man who could destroy everything she's built or surrender to the connection that threatens to consume them both.

Why you should read this: 

This urban romantasy delivers high stakes, sizzling chemistry, and one of the most lovable found families in the genre, especially the ragtag crew that forms around Alexis. There's banter, brawls, and a deep, protective loyalty that makes this series addicting.

Demigods of San Francisco reading order:

1. Sin & Chocolate
2. Sin & Magic
3. Sin & Salvation
4. Sin & Spirit
5. Sin & Lightning
6. Sin & Surrender

Hetta Valstar never expected to return home, much less to inherit her family's magical estate. After running away to become an illusionist, Hetta finds herself thrust back into aristocratic life when her father dies and the estate must choose a new lord. But Stariel is more than a grand old house. It's sentient, and it's chosen her. As Hetta adjusts to the strange politics of land magic, unearths family secrets, and faces off with otherworldly threats, she finds allies in the most unlikely places. Especially among the servants, outcasts, and magical beings who rally to protect the estate and each other.

Why you should read this: 

Cozy, witty, and brimming with charm, The Lord of Stariel is for readers who love a whimsical fantasy with emotional depth. The way Hetta gradually builds a new family around herself, people who accept and support her for who she is, is pure found family magic.

Stariel reading order:

1. The Lord of Stariel
2. The Prince of Secrets
3. The Court of Mortals
4. The King of Faerie
5. A Rake of His Own

After escaping a brutal past, Luna swore no man would ever own her again. She's survived on the streets by stealing from the most dangerous witches in society, but when one of her marks comes looking for revenge, Luna's only hope is to flee to Dark Imaginarium Academy, a school for elite magicals. There, she's forced into proximity with four dangerously obsessive men, each with their own reason for wanting to claim her. But Luna isn't easily tamed. As her past catches up with her and her secrets start to unravel, she'll have to decide whether to push everyone away or finally let herself be protected and loved by the monsters she once feared.

Why you should read this: 

This spicy reverse harem romantasy is intense, dark, and emotionally cathartic. Beneath all the heat and chaos is a deeply powerful story of survival, trauma, and building trust with people who become more than lovers. They become home.

Phases of the Moon reading order:

1. Lunar Witch
2. Blood Witch
3. Shadow Witch
4. Unblessed Witch

When Emelin is caught using forbidden magic, she expects death at the hands of the Fae. Instead, she's taken by the Silent Death, a terrifying, beautiful warrior bound to the Crimson Court. But her captor is hiding secrets, and as Emelin becomes entangled in his schemes to free fae and humans alike from the cruel Mother of the Isles, she must decide whether to risk her heart, and her freedom, for a cause bigger than herself. Torn between rebellion, magic, and a slow burning love she never expected, Emelin begins to realize that fate may have led her exactly where she was always meant to be.

Why you should read this: 

This is classic romantasy with a dark, dangerous edge, perfect for fans of masked fae, forbidden magic, and enemies to lovers angst. The loyalty that forms between Emelin, her brooding captor, and the rebels fighting beside her is peak found family energy.

Fae Isles reading order:

1. Court of Blood and Bindings
2. Lord of Gold and Glory
3. Ruins of Sea and Souls
4. Queens of Mist and Madness
5. With Wing and Claw

Elowen Atarah was born a princess, but she became something much more dangerous. Hidden away after her dragons were stolen, she's spent years building her own secret kingdom and planning her revenge. Now, to free her people and reclaim her dragons, she must join forces with Cayden Veles, the enemy commander whose ruthlessness matches her own. As they navigate fragile alliances, risky heists, and a brewing war, Elowen slowly begins to trust the unlikeliest of allies. Together, with their crew of misfits and fighters, they'll risk everything for freedom, love, and vengeance.

Why you should read this: 

With high stakes rebellion, fierce dragons, and sizzling tension between reluctant allies, Fear the Flames is a must read. The true heart of the book is its tight knit band of characters who become a family through shared purpose and hard earned trust.

Fear the Flames reading order:

1. Fear the Flames
2. Wrath of the Dragons

Fallon never expected to be a queen. As a half fae, half human outcast in the court of Luce, she's barely tolerated, loved by beasts but scorned by pure blooded fae. When an oracle predicts her rise to power, Fallon sets out on a dangerous quest to seize her destiny, reclaim freedom for her people, and protect the one person who's always believed in her, Prince Dante Regio. But while she's hunting for iron relics to overthrow a cruel monarch, Fallon unleashes something far more dangerous, a winged demon obsessed with her. Torn between love, fear, and the weight of the crown, Fallon must decide who she is willing to fight for and who she's willing to let go.

Why you should read this: 

If you love lush world building, tangled romance, and a cast of characters who'll do anything for each other, House of Beating Wings hits every note. The relationships, romantic and otherwise, are deeply layered, making this one of those found family stories that lingers long after the last page.

The Kingdom of Crows reading order:

1. House of Beating Wings
2. House of Pounding Hearts
3. House of Striking Oaths
4. House of Shifting Tides
5. House of Burning Frost

Shadow magic is extinct or so everyone believes. Brela, an assassin with a Veil shard embedded in her collarbone, is one of the last living links to the forgotten shadow god. With her cursed magic, she's determined to reclaim the artifacts stolen from her people, even if it means colliding with Cason Valkip, a captain hiding gods blessed powers of his own. When they're forced into an uneasy alliance, sparks and knives fly as their quest takes them across crumbling kingdoms, past mythical beasts, and into the depths of magic itself. Together, they uncover secrets that could shatter the world or save it.

Why you should read this: 

Fans of enemies to lovers will devour Brela and Cason's sharp edged chemistry. But the heart of this series lies in the unbreakable bonds forged through danger, loyalty, and sacrifice. It's found family with blades and bite.

Smoke and Shadow reading order:

1. The Curse of Broken Shadows
2. The Bones of Crystal Sands
3. The Wings of Shattered Fire
4. The Blade of Severed Bonds
5. The Crown of Fractured Darkness

Diem Bellator has always lived in the shadows of the Descended, cruel, god touched beings who rule the mortal world. When her mother vanishes, Diem's search for answers thrusts her into the dangerous courts of Descended royalty, where lies are currency and love is a weapon. As she unravels secrets about her past, Diem is caught between a rebel alliance that wants to tear down the system and the enigmatic heir to the throne who might just steal her heart. With civil war looming and old gods stirring, Diem must decide who she'll become: a pawn in someone else's game or a queen in her own right.

Why you should read this: 

If you're into slow burn tension, rebellious heroines, and found family forged through shared struggles, Spark of the Everflame delivers. It's the kind of epic romantasy that keeps you rooting for both love and revolution.

Kindred's Curse reading order:

1. Spark of the Everflame
2. Glow of the Everflame
3. Heat of the Everflame
4. Burn of the Everflame

Celaena Sardothien is an assassin, deadly, beautiful, and imprisoned for her crimes. When she's offered freedom in exchange for competing in a brutal tournament to become the King's Champion, she seizes her chance. But something dark is lurking in the castle, picking off competitors one by one. As Celaena navigates deadly trials, court intrigue, and her growing feelings for both a charming prince and a stoic captain of the guard, she begins to uncover secrets that could change her world forever. What starts as a bid for survival becomes a sweeping tale of magic, rebellion, and chosen family.

Why you should read this: 

Throne of Glass is a masterclass in character growth, with one of the most iconic found families in all of romantasy. Watching Celaena forge bonds with friends, allies, and lovers across the series is an emotional journey you won't forget.

Throne of Glass reading order:

1. Throne of Glass
2. Crown of Midnight
3. The Assassin's Blade
4. Heir of Fire
5. Queen of Shadows
6. Empire of Storms
7. Tower of Dawn
8. Kingdom of Ash

Vice, a cunning sea witch with a gift for controlling the weather, dreams of captaining her own ship. But when her path crosses with Knigh Blackwood, a pirate hunter determined to bring her down, sparks and swords fly. Forced into an uneasy alliance, they hunt for a long lost treasure that could change both their lives. Along the way, they face betrayal, forbidden attraction, and the deadly politics of the high seas. As trust builds between them and their crew, Vice begins to wonder if freedom might not come from sailing alone, but from finding the right people to sail beside.

Why you should read this: 

Pirates, witches, and enemies to lovers tension. Need I say more? The crew dynamics are everything, offering a perfect dose of found family energy that makes this series an adventurous, romantic ride.

Beneath Black Sails reading order:

1. Across Dark Seas (Prequel)
2. Beneath Black Sails
3. Against Dark Tides
4. Under Black Skies
5. Through Dark Storms

Born of forbidden magic and hunted for her bloodline, Snowlin has spent twelve years in exile, hiding from both her monstrous father and the Night King who seeks to use her as a pawn in a war for power. When she's forced into an arranged marriage for political gain, Snowlin must navigate a deadly court of ambition, ancient magic, and manipulation. But the game of crowns isn't easily played, and the men who would control her don't know what she's truly capable of. As Snowlin begins to untangle her past and harness her buried power, she must choose between revenge and redemption, between being a weapon or becoming something far more dangerous, a queen in her own right.

Why you should read this: 

This dark, lyrical romantasy delivers slow burning romance, rich world building, and a main character clawing her way to power. The unlikely alliances and emotional bonds formed along the way weave a chillingly beautiful found family that will keep you hooked through the entire series.

The Auran Chronicles reading order:

1. Winter Gods & Serpents
2. Spring Guardians & Songbirds
3. Season Warriors & Wolves
4. Autumn Queens & Shadows

In the supernatural city of Angelthene, humans are second class citizens just trying to survive among vampires, witches, and wolves. Loren Calla has always stayed under the radar, until her friend is kidnapped and she's forced to turn to the most feared Darkslayer in the city, Darien Cassel. Cold, deadly, and completely untouchable, Darien agrees to help Loren find her friend, but the cost may be more than she's ready to pay. As their investigation leads them deeper into the city's criminal underworld, Loren and Darien find themselves entangled in something much bigger than a simple rescue mission, something that could change everything they thought they knew about the city, and each other.

Why you should read this: 

With urban romantasy grit, sizzling tension, and a slow build romance that aches, City of Gods and Monsters gives us a found family built from trauma, survival, and fierce loyalty. You'll fall for every member of the Seven Devils crew, and want to protect them with your life.

House of Devils reading order:

1. City of Gods and Monsters
2. City of Souls and Sinners
3. City of Lies and Legends
4. City of Smoke and Brimstone

Nevada Baylor runs a small time private detective agency in a world ruled by magical dynasties, powerful families who wield elemental magic and influence governments. When she's forced to take on a deadly case, she's thrown into the path of Mad Rogan, a telekinetic warlord with a reputation for destruction. They're opposites in every way, but as they're forced to work together to catch a rogue pyromancer, Nevada discovers there's more to Rogan than his violent reputation. Their partnership sparks with danger and desire, and the deeper they go, the more Nevada begins to unravel long held secrets about her own magical heritage.

Why you should read this: 

This one's for fans of fast paced action, steamy tension, and families who fight for each other. The Baylor family is peak found family, supportive, hilarious, and always ready to back each other up. Come for the magic, stay for the loyalty and ride or die vibes.

Hidden Legacy reading order:

1. Burn for Me
2. White Hot
3. Wildfire
4. Sapphire Flames
5. Emerald Blaze
6. Ruby Fever

Rune Saint John is the last scion of the fallen Sun Court, trying to rebuild his reputation in the magic soaked city of New Atlantis. Working as a private investigator, he's hired to find the missing son of Lady Justice, but the job quickly becomes more than it seems. With his fiercely loyal bodyguard and best friend Brand at his side, Rune dives into a conspiracy that could shake the foundations of Atlantean society. As they unravel secrets about Rune's past, magic, and court politics, Rune must confront his trauma and decide who he can truly trust.

Why you should read this: 

Sharp, queer, and full of emotional depth, The Last Sun delivers a magical world you won't want to leave. Rune and Brand are one of the best found family duos in romantasy, equal parts banter, loyalty, and unconditional love.

The Tarot Sequence reading order:

1. The Last Sun
2. The Hanged Man
3. The Hourglass Throne

Patrick Collins is a battle weary agent of the Supernatural Operations Agency, haunted by war and bound to a soul debt owed to the gods. When he's tasked with investigating ritual killings in New York and protecting a werewolf alpha fated to cross his path, Patrick finds himself pulled into a web of dark magic and ancient secrets. Jono de Vere is powerful, possessive, and exactly the kind of trouble Patrick doesn't need. But their connection is undeniable, and as the threat escalates, so does the bond between them. The two must fight side by side to stop a coming war and reckon with a fate neither expected.

Why you should read this: 

Packed with mythological intrigue and queer romance, A Ferry of Bones & Gold blends action with intimacy. The growing bond between Patrick, Jono, and their allies forms a found family that's resilient, messy, and beautifully real.

Soulbound reading order:

1. A Ferry of Bones & Gold
2. All Souls Near & Nigh
3. A Crown of Iron & Silver
4. A Vigil in the Mourning
5. On the Wings of War
6. An Echo in the Sorrow
7. A Veiled & Hallowed Eve

Princess Norah Andell was hidden away for her safety as a child and forgotten when her kingdom fell into darkness. Years later, she's discovered with no memory of who she is or the war that awaits her return. Now, she must step into a world she doesn't recognize and reclaim a crown she barely understands. But standing beside her is Commander Alexander Rhemus, the man who once held her heart and still does. As political tensions rise and old enemies reawaken, Norah must navigate dangerous court alliances, ancient prophecies, and a choice between duty and desire. Her return may be the kingdom's last hope or its downfall.

Why you should read this: 

North Queen delivers political intrigue, amnesia romance, and sweeping high fantasy vibes. The slow re-forming of connections, both romantic and platonic, leads to a found family forged through trust, loyalty, and shared purpose in the face of war.

Crowns reading order:

1. North Queen
2. Shadow Queen
3. War Queen
4. Blood King   Part I
5. Blood King   Part II

Three years after the death of his god, paladin Stephen is a broken man simply trying to serve where he can. When he saves a soft spoken perfumer named Grace from an attempted assassination, he finds himself caught in a mystery that runs deeper than he expected and begins to care far more than he should. Grace is no stranger to secrets, and she's not used to knights who treat her with kindness. Together, they unravel a plot involving spies, poisons, and holy relics, all while navigating an unexpected, tender connection that just might heal them both.

Why you should read this: 

T. Kingfisher writes cozy romantasy with surprising emotional depth. Paladin's Grace is full of awkward sweetness, quiet strength, and a small ensemble of characters who slowly knit themselves into a beautiful found family of survivors and seekers.

The Saint of Steel reading order:

1. Paladin's Grace
2. Paladin's Strength
3. Paladin's Hope
4. Paladin's Faith

Ever since she was young, Rhiain has hidden her dark magic and dreaded the moment the gods would come for her. That moment arrives when she's forced to flee her village and strike a dangerous deal with a mercenary whose cruelty once haunted her dreams. Tasked with helping him and his mysterious companions sneak into a city full of enemies, Rhiain discovers a growing connection with each of them and the truth about her own power. With danger closing in and trust running thin, she must decide who she's willing to risk everything for and whether she's ready to become the weapon the world fears.

Why you should read this: 

If you love a broody mercenary crew, forbidden magic, and a heroine learning to trust again, this one's for you. Found family here grows through shared pain, fierce protectiveness, and a bond that deepens with every near death moment and stolen glance.

Kingdom of Lies reading order:

1. A Court This Cruel and Lovely
2. A Kingdom This Cursed and Empty
3. A Crown This Cold and Heavy
4. A Queen This Fierce and Deadly

Trapped beneath the sea, Erik, the cursed king of the Ever Kingdom, has been plotting revenge for years. When a fierce storm frees him, he seizes an opportunity for vengeance by kidnapping the innocent daughter of his enemy. But she's not what he expected and her spirit awakens something long buried within him. As sirens, fae, and pirates threaten from all sides, Erik must choose between cold revenge and the warmth of a woman who could break his curse or his heart.

Why you should read this: 

A dark fairytale with enemies to lovers, sea kings, and morally grey vibes, The Ever King delivers all the angsty romance you crave. But it also builds a deep, emotional connection among the crew that follows Erik, a loyal band that gives serious found family feels.

The Ever Seas reading order:

1. The Ever King
2. The Ever Queen
3. The Mist Thief

When Cora Glass stumbles into the reawakened Harrow Faire, a twisted, magical circus trapped between worlds, she doesn't expect to become part of the act. But one wrong step seals a deal with Simon, the seductive and manipulative Puppeteer who feeds off the souls of others to stay immortal. As the Faire comes alive with shadows and secrets, Cora learns she's part of a much larger game between powerful forces and that the Faire itself may be choosing sides. Between manipulation, obsession, and a dark kind of love, Cora must find allies among monsters and create her own version of family, or be consumed by the magic she never asked for.

Why you should read this: 

Dark, twisted, and strangely intimate, The Contortionist builds a found family in the most unlikely place, a sentient circus full of monsters and misfits. If you love villain romances with psychological depth and emotional intensity, you won't be able to look away.

Harrow Faire reading order:

1. The Contortionist
2. The Puppeteer
3. The Clown
4. The Ringmaster
5. The Faire

Bones has the rare ability to heal, but all it's ever brought her is pain. Trained by her brother to survive, she endured twelve brutal years in captivity, used and abused for her powers by ruthless raiders. When she finally escapes, she's not seeking glory or freedom, just a sliver of peace. But peace is short lived. Rumors of her gift reach the Vault, a mountain stronghold where revolution is brewing, and Bones is dragged into the heart of it. The crew who takes her in is close knit and battle hardened, especially Trey, whose quiet strength starts to break down her emotional walls. As Bones is forced to confront the horrific ways her power is used and the growing feelings she never asked for, she must decide whether survival is enough or if she's ready to fight for something more.

Why you should read this: 

Bones is raw, emotional, and powerfully healing. It's a story about surviving the worst and slowly, painfully learning to live again, with people who see you, accept you, and stand beside you anyway. The found family in this book is full of grit, love, and quiet moments of tenderness that will wreck you in the best way.

Bones reading order:

1. Bones
2. Fangs