10 Best Romantasy Books to Read This Winter (2025 Edition)

Winter is the perfect season to get lost in magical worlds with blankets, candles, tea… the whole cozy setup. And because 2025 is already shaping up to be an incredible year for romantasy, I pulled together my personal list of the best romantasy books to read this winter. These are the stories everyone is talking about right now, plus a few I personally can’t stop thinking about.

Whether you’re craving cozy fantasy, intense slow-burn romance, or full-on dragon chaos, you’ll find something here to brighten the dark, cold months ahead.

Let’s dive in. ❄️✨

1. Brimstone by Callie Hart

Fae & Fire Series, Book 2 – the sequel to Quicksilver

BookTok is absolutely obsessed with this sequel, and honestly, it deserves the hype. I love Brimstone because it picks up the fiery tension and dark fae intrigue from Quicksilver and turns everything up a notch. The banter is sharper, the chemistry bolder, and the stakes so much higher that I could not put it down. If you want a moody, addictive winter read with serious spice, this one is perfect.

2. The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig

The Stonewater Kingdom Series, Book 1

This book has been quietly taking over BookTok – the kind of romantasy that feels dark, tender, and beautifully atmospheric all at once. I love The Knight and the Moth because it blends emotional depth with an eerie, fairy-tale-like world that feels perfect for long winter nights. The slow-burn romance is full of yearning, the writing is gorgeous, and the overall vibe is exactly the kind of moody magic I crave when it’s cold outside.

3. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

The Empyrean Series, Book 3

Every winter needs at least one explosive, heart-crushing fantasy blockbuster, and this is the one. I love this book because it deepens the relationships in such a raw way, while the world expands in directions I didn’t expect. If you’re still on the Fourth Wing hype train (like I am), this belongs at the top of your TBR.

4. House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas

Crescent City, Book 3

Released in June 2025, the fantasy world just can’t stop talking about this book, and I absolutely understand the hype. I love it because the emotional punch hits every single time, and the crossover elements still give me chills. Winter is the perfect time for a reread or a first read if you somehow avoided spoilers this long.

5. The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent

Crowns of Nyaxia, Book 1

This book has been everywhere for months, and yes, the hype is deserved. I love it because the romance is perfectly paced: slow burn but intense, and the world feels deliciously dark without ever being too heavy. If you want a fast winter read you won’t be able to put down, start here.

6. The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent

Crowns of Nyaxia, Book 2

You’ll want to continue immediately after book one, and this sequel delivers. I love it because the character growth is so satisfying and the emotional tension is on another level. Prepare to be fully ruined in the best possible way.

7. The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon

The Hurricane Wars, Book 1

Still one of the most talked-about romantasy debuts – and perfect for cozy evenings. I love this one because the political intrigue blends so well with the enemies-to-lovers tension. And yes, the pining is elite.

8. A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas

ACOTAR Series, Book 5 (Standalone within the series)

Even though it’s not a 2025 release, it’s a winter classic for me. I love this book because Nesta’s arc hits different when it’s cold outside. Something about the raw, messy healing just fits the season. Plus, the slow burn? Unmatched.

9. Glow by Raven Kennedy

The Plated Prisoner Series, Book 4

This is one of those books that stays with you long after you close it. I love Glow because it takes everything the series has been building toward: trauma, healing, desire, power – and turns it into something fiercely emotional and beautifully transformative. The character growth is intense, the romance finally ignites in a way that feels earned and deeply satisfying, and the world itself expands with breathtaking stakes. If you want a romantasy that mixes golden magic, resilience, and slow-burn tension that finally pays off, Glow is an incredible winter read (if you have read the rest, of course).

10. Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole

The Kindred’s Curse Saga, Book 1

This book feels like stepping into a world made of fire, fate, and forbidden longing. I love Spark of the Everflame because it blends ancient magic with a deeply emotional, slow-burning romance that simmers on every page. The tension between duty and desire is gripping, and the worldbuilding – cursed bloodlines, elemental power, and a prophecy that refuses to stay buried – creates the perfect backdrop for a story you won’t want to put down. If you’re craving a winter read filled with heat, heart, and high stakes, this is an unforgettable start to a new romantasy saga.

Final Thoughts

Winter reading is all about escape, and these books deliver exactly that. Whether you’re following dragons into battle, exploring dark fantasy realms, or falling into enemies-to-lovers chaos, these stories will keep you warm long after you close the last page.

If you pick up any of these, let me know! I love chatting books and adding way too many titles to my never-ending TBR.

Happy reading,
Laura ✨📚