February 2025 romantasy releases you won’t want to miss

Release date: February 4, 2025

Deception, betrayal, and animal armies? Sign us up! The Beasts We Bury is a dark YA romantasy that delivers high stakes, morally grey characters, and just the right amount of romantic tension.

Meet Mancella Cliff, crown heir with a deadly gift she never wanted. Her ability to summon animals comes at a horrific price, making her a reluctant pawn in her father's violent quest for power. All Mance dreams of is a life without bloodshed, but the throne (and her father) won't let her go that easily.

Enter Silver, a thief with charm for days and revenge on his mind. His mission? To pull off the heist of a lifetime by manipulating Mance and infiltrating the castle. But the closer he gets to her, the more he realizes that stealing the throne might cost him more than he bargained for (like his heart).

If you're into enemies to lovers vibes, morally grey choices, and fantasy worlds brimming with intrigue, The Beasts We Bury promises to deliver. Plus, who can resist a good heist story where feelings get in the way?

Why it's a must read:

This book blends forbidden romance with a fresh take on magic and power, all wrapped up in a dangerous game of manipulation and survival. Expect emotional twists, reluctant alliances, and a heroine determined to save her realm without losing herself.

Release date: February 4, 2025

Set sail for romance, rivalry, and high seas adventure! Capitana, the first in an exciting duology, combines swashbuckling action, sizzling romantic tension, and a fierce heroine determined to reclaim her family's honor. Fans of Daughter of the Pirate King, Together We Burn, and Fable, this one's for you.

Ximena Reale has been training her whole life to become a Cazador, an elite pirate hunter for the Luzan Empire. But her dreams are overshadowed by her family's scandalous past. Her parents were pirates who betrayed the empire, leaving her to fight for her future and her name.

When the infamous pirate Gasparilla kidnaps the Empire's queen, Ximena seizes the chance to prove herself. Her deal? Capture the queen and take down Gasparilla in exchange for the coveted Cazador cloak. But there's one problem: She's not the only one after the prize. Enter Dante deLeon, her maddeningly attractive rival and classmate, who is also dead set on earning the cloak.

With danger at every turn and their futures at stake, Ximena and Dante must navigate treacherous waters, battle pirates, and deal with their undeniable chemistry. But can Ximena outrun her family's legacy or will her complicated feelings for Dante sink her chances at victory?

Why it's a must read:

Enemies to lovers sparks? Check. Pirates, betrayal, and action packed adventure? Double check. Capitana is perfect for romantasy readers who crave tension filled rivalries and sweeping tales of redemption on the open seas.

Release date: February 11, 2025

Return to the enchanting world of faeries and folklore with the third installment in Heather Fawcett's Emily Wilde series! If you've been swooning over Wendell Bambleby and rooting for the fiercely independent (and hilariously curmudgeonly) Emily Wilde, you're in for a treat! This adventure might just be their most magical and dangerous yet.

Emily, a brilliant but socially awkward dryadologist, has spent her life studying the Folk. But now, her scholarly pursuits take a wild turn as she steps into the role of faerie queen in Wendell's long lost kingdom. Alongside her ex-rival turned fiancé (and charming fae prince), Wendell, Emily is thrust into the perilous intrigues of Faerie. Deadly curses, murderous stepmothers, and a kingdom that's equal parts beautiful and treacherous? It's just another day in the life of Emily Wilde.

But being queen isn't exactly Emily's strong suit. Can an academic with zero royal finesse navigate the dangerous politics of Faerie? With Wendell's magic and Emily's deep knowledge of faerie lore, they must unravel an ancient curse and fight to save their future together.

Why it's a must read:

Fans of folklore, slow burn romance, and cozy yet high stakes fantasy will adore this continuation of Emily and Wendell's story. The mix of wit, charm, and faerie mischief will leave you enchanted and dying to know how this scholar queen handles her newest challenge.

Series order:

Start with Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries, follow it up with Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands, and don't miss this magical new release!

Release date: February 11, 2025

If you've been craving an enemies to forbidden lovers romance with lush world building and plenty of tension, The Forest King's Daughter is here to deliver. Elly Blake, the New York Times bestselling author of the Frostblood Saga, returns with a new romantasy adventure packed with magic, war, and a slow burn romance that will leave you swooning.

Years ago, deep within the bloodred trees of Thirstwood, young Cassia, a forest princess, befriended a lonely demon boy named Zeru. Their bond seemed innocent enough until a simple gift, an amber ring, sparked a devastating war between their worlds.

Now, Cassia is a fierce warrior for her father's army, wielding the same ring to fight off demon forces. But when Zeru kidnaps her to undo the mistake of their shared past, the two are forced into an uneasy alliance. Their journey takes them to a forgotten realm straight out of legends, where childhood friendship begins to kindle into something far more dangerous. With war looming and a hidden threat rising, Cassia and Zeru must decide if they can trust each other or if the bond they're rekindling will shatter under the weight of their destinies.

Why it's a must read:

This spellbinding romantasy has everything: forbidden romance, childhood friends to enemies to lovers, and a richly imagined world that'll transport you into the heart of Thirstwood. If you're a fan of Sarah J. Maas or Holly Black, The Forest King's Daughter is about to become your next obsession.

Release date: February 18, 2025

Love, betrayal, and impossible choices collide in Rebel Witch, the thrilling conclusion to Kristen Ciccarelli's Crimson Moth duology. If you're ready for epic stakes, simmering romantic tension, and a heart wrenching enemies to lovers dynamic, this book will have you hooked until the very last page.

A witch on the run. Rune Winters has lost everything. The boy she loved, her freedom, and her trust in the world. Now she's allied with the ruthless Cressida Roseblood, a dangerous witch determined to overthrow the Republic and bring back the Reign of Witches. Rune has no choice but to help, even if it means embracing the monster she's spent her life trying not to become.

A witch hunter with a broken heart. Gideon Sharpe thought he buried his feelings for Rune when she betrayed him and joined forces with his greatest enemy. But when Rune offers him a chance to stop Cressida together, Gideon has no choice but to work with her. As they fight side by side, old feelings resurface, and Gideon is left grappling with the impossible: stop the woman he loves or watch her burn the world to the ground.

Why it's a must read:

This gripping finale is packed with high stakes action, emotional turmoil, and a romance that will leave you breathless. If you love morally grey characters, enemies to lovers tension, and twists that keep you guessing, Rebel Witch is a must read. Prepare yourself for heartbreak, redemption, and an unforgettable conclusion to the Crimson Moth duology.

Release date: February 18, 2025

Get ready to have your heart wrecked (in the best way) with Cursebound, the breathtaking sequel to Faebound! Saara El-Arifi brings us back to a world of warring fae, forbidden love, and the unbreakable bond between two elven sisters. If you loved the first book's devastatingly romantic twists and gasp worthy stakes, this sequel promises to raise the bar even higher.

United by war. Betrayed by destiny. Cursed by love.

Yeeran's life has always been about war until she fell for the fae queen. But love isn't enough to stop the looming conflict between her homeland and the fae realm. Now, Yeeran must return to her people and face a chilling truth: her ex-lover is leading the charge against the fae, and Yeeran might have to choose between her past and her present.

Meanwhile, her sister, Lettle, is racing against time to break the ancient curse that binds the fae to their realm. When a mysterious stranger arrives in the city, Lettle believes he holds the key. But the Fates, once her guiding light, are now silent. Can the sisters unlock the truth and save their worlds before it's too late?

Why it's a must read:

Cursebound is a magical whirlwind of love, betrayal, and sisterhood set against a lushly imagined world. With epic stakes, morally grey characters, and the kind of romance that will make you swoon and cry, this sequel is perfect for romantasy readers who crave high drama and unforgettable twists.

Series order:

Start with Faebound to dive into this spellbinding series before picking up Cursebound!

Release date: February 18, 2025

Love, lies, and a looming apocalypse. Welcome to The Fox and the Falcon, the next addictive installment in Piper CJ's spellbinding urban fantasy series. If you're a fan of sizzling romance, epic battles between gods and demons, and twists that'll leave your jaw on the floor, this book is about to own your TBR.

The apocalypse begins with love and a lie…

Marlow always thought the shadowy demon she loved was nothing more than a figment of her imagination. But Caliban is all too real and he's the Prince of Hell. After their reunion is cut short by a brutal battle with a vengeful Phoenician goddess, Marlow must summon the courage to save him.

Her journey leads her to the realm of her Norse ancestors, where the gods are as dangerous as they are powerful. With Heaven and Hell at war and allies turning into enemies at every turn, Marlow must navigate a web of deception, divine politics, and impossible odds to rescue Caliban and save her world.

Why it's a must read:

This book has it all: Norse mythology, a demon prince romance, divine politics, and edge of your seat action. With high stakes and major betrayals, The Fox and the Falcon is a dark and dazzling romantasy that fans of urban fantasy won't want to miss.

Release date: February 25, 2025

What would you sacrifice to save the ones you love? Unlock the Dark, Sasa Hawk's debut standalone romantasy, is a gripping blend of unique magic, dangerous bargains, and a romance so swoonworthy it'll leave your heart aching. If you're a fan of Brigid Kemmerer or Lexi Ryan, this one deserves a top spot on your shelf.

Elia Tallis has a rare and powerful gift: her key conjuring abilities, paired with her father's magic, can open a path to anywhere. But keeping Papa alive to siphon his magic comes at a steep price. When the god of death decides she's gone too far, he claims her youngest brother as retribution.

Desperate and running out of options, Elia agrees to a high stakes commission from Trys, a kindhearted, bookish prince who promises her safety, security and his hand in marriage if she helps him find a mythical scroll. But their dangerous journey takes a dark turn when the scroll curses Trys, transforming him into a monster from her nightmares.

Now, Elia must harness her magic like never before, plunging into a realm of endless darkness and unimaginable horrors to save the prince who's captured her heart.

Why it's a must read:

This lush, romantic debut has everything: a fierce heroine, an endearing prince turned monster, and a quest packed with peril, magic, and heart. Unlock the Dark will keep you turning pages long into the night, and its haunting tale of love and sacrifice will stay with you long after the final chapter.

Release date: February 25, 2025

What happens when duty and love collide? The Prince's Heart is a swoony, slow burn LGBTQIA+ romantasy perfect for fans of Red, White & Royal Blue and The Goblin Emperor. Set in the mystical realm of Soeria, this enchanting tale of royalty, legacy, and forbidden love is as heartwarming as it is heartbreaking.

Prince Darien Garros has always been the kingdom's beloved second son, the prince without pressure. But in the royal court of Soeria, love is a luxury few can afford. For years, Darien has avoided the endless parade of political matches, longing instead for someone who sees him for who he truly is. When he meets Tag Leara, a charming and genuine suitor who makes him feel seen, Darien dares to dream of a love that's his alone.

But tragedy strikes, and Darien is thrust into a role he never wanted, with the weight of a crown threatening to crush him. As the demands of duty rise, his love for Tag becomes a risk he may no longer be able to take. With his heart and his kingdom at stake, Darien must decide: Will he follow the path of tradition or forge his own destiny?

Why it's a must read:

This heartfelt romantasy masterfully blends political intrigue, forbidden romance, and lush world building. With its poignant exploration of love, identity, and the sacrifices of royalty, The Prince's Heart is the kind of story that will linger in your soul long after you've finished.