All-new Lore Olympus, Alexandra Christo and Lexi C Foss – these are the most exciting and dreamy new fantasy romance books in October 2023
Ultimate betrayals, powerful connections and broken curses. From magical tales of longing to dark and dreamy affairs, plus some princes and gods for the YA fans, these are some of the most anticipated new releases among the fantasy romance books of October 2023.
Complete with titles, release dates, authors, synopsis and links to pre-order and buy your favourite new fantasy romance book releases right now, as you like…
Dark & Delightful New Fantasy Romance Books of October 2023
Endless Terrors
K.J. Sutton, 3 October 2023
Book five in the Fortuna Sworn series. Fortuna’s reality is far from ordinary, but her unique abilities come at a cost. Fleeing to protect her loved ones, Fortuna discovers that her own powers could unleash devastation. In a life filled with danger and secrets, she unearths a truth that threatens to break her completely. As she battles betrayal and her own extraordinary abilities, Fortuna’s world spirals toward a shattering revelation in Endless Terrors.
Genres Fantasy, Romance
Author K.J. Sutton Home Colorado, United States
Publisher Once Upon a Time Books Buy it e-Book | Audio
Lore Olympus: Volume Five
Rachel Smythe, 3 October 2023
Book five in the six-part series. Persephone’s birthday sparks a powerful connection with Hades, leading to their first kiss. However, her life in Olympus is far from serene. Amidst guilt, job challenges, and a haunting past, Persephone’s world unravels further after a confrontation with Apollo. Fleeing into the Underworld, she faces danger. Hades teams up with Artemis, Eros, and Hera to find her, as Zeus aims to bring her to justice. in Lore Olympus: Volume Five.
Genres Fantasy, Graphic novels, Comics, Romance, Mythology
Author Rachel Smythe Home Wellington, New Zealand
Publisher Inklore Buy it Print
Prince of Thorns & Nightmares
Linsey Miller, 3 October 2023
Prince Phillip’s preordained life takes an unexpected turn when magic intertwines with his destiny. Tasked to marry Princess Aurora and break her curse, he learns of a prophecy to defeat Maleficent. Phillip, fueled by newfound choice and magic, teams up with fairies on a quest for ancient artefacts. Amid the journey, he encounters Briar Rose in dreams, a mysterious girl testing his patience and igniting unexpected feelings in Prince of Thorns & Nightmares.
Genres Fantasy, Retellings, Young Adult, Romance
Author Linsey Miller Home Texas, United States
Publisher Disney Press Buy it e-Book | Print
Sword Catcher
Cassandra Clare, 10 October 2023
Kel, an orphan turned body double for the royal heir, knows his fate is to die for Prince Conor. Lin, a skilled physician with forbidden magical abilities, seeks knowledge to save lives. After an assassination attempt, they’re drawn into the web of the criminal Ragpicker King. As secrets unravel, they’re faced with the choice of betraying for forbidden knowledge or fighting against a conspiracy that could lead to chaos in Sword Catcher.
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Adult, High Fantasy
Author Cassandra Clare Home Western Massachusetts
Publisher Del Rey Buy it e-Book | Print | Audio
The Night Hunt
Alexandra Christo, 10 October 2023
Atia, the last of her fearsome kind, seeks refuge in the shadows to escape the wrath of unpredictable Gods. Silas, a Herald burdened by forgotten memories, yearns for his true identity. Against all odds, Atia and Silas forge an alliance when the Gods send monsters to hunt her. With a shared goal to defy destiny, they strike a deal: she avenges her family, and he breaks his curse in The Night Hunt.
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance
Author Alexandra Christo Home Hertfordshire, The United Kingdom
Publisher Feiwel & Friends Buy it e-Book | Print
The Wyvern’s Redemption
Merri Bright, 18 October 2023
The conclusion of The Lost Lines series. Centuries past, a wyvern king banished his bride, leaving her shattered and near death. After forty years, Wren discovers love in the embrace of unexpected men, even if some have tentacle-like appendages. Yet, when Wren is abducted from her newfound happiness, her wyvern ex-husband becomes her sole hope. Can she extend her trust to him again, risking not only her life but also her heart? Find out in The Wyvern’s Redemption.
Genres Fantasy, Reverse Harem, Paranormal Romance, Romance
Author Merri Bright Home Texas, United States
Publisher Merri Bright Buy it e-Book
Hell Fae Commander
Lexi C. Foss, J.R. Thorn, 31 October 2023
Hell Fae Commander takes you into a world of tormented mates in a dark paranormal romance. In this realm, antiheroes reign dominant and sexy, with a scorching romance that unfolds in the fiery depths of the Hell Realm. No choosing is needed in this intense tale, where forgiveness is scarce in Hell Fae Commander.
Genres Fantasy, Reverse Harem, Romance
Author Lexi C. Foss, J.R. Thorn Home North Carolina, United States
Publisher Ninja Newt Publishing Buy it e-Book
Shadow of Betrayal
Michael Webb, 31 October 2023
Book four in the Shadow Knights series, Shadow of Betrayal is the first of 3 books that focus on the next generation of Shadow Knights. Book three in the series left us In a distant village where Veron discovers a sense of belonging. Yet, destiny’s call to save the kingdom cannot be ignored. When danger hits close, Veron’s peaceful life shatters. Armed with his sword, he embarks on a perilous journey, aware it could cost him all he holds dear. As Terrenor’s fate teeters, Veron becomes its last hope. Will the next generation of Shadow Knights succeed? Find out in Shadow of Betrayal.
Genres Reverse Harem, Paranormal, Demons, Fantasy, Romance
Author Michael Webb Home Atlanta, United States
Publisher Whatup Publishing LLC Buy it e-Book
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