I am SO BEHIND on my reading goals this year! Honestly, I’ve been in a massive reading slump since I finished The Hunger Games re-read last month. I just stopped picking up new stories because nothing sparked that magical joy. But, I am officially back with a vengeance!
I have spent weeks scouring the internet for the best fiction fantasy novels to add to my TBR (To Be Read) pile. I wanted a mix of classic favorites and brand-new hidden gems. Therefore, I’ve rounded up a list that will keep us all busy for months!
There are SO MANY incredible worlds to explore here. From dark fae courts to werewolf romances, this list has it all. I’ve included some major hits you might know and some exclusive web novels you can find on the MistNovel.
I’d love to know your favorites! Jump to the comments and let me know which one you are starting first!
Table of Contents
- Throne of Glass
- A Feast for the Alpha
- The Cruel Prince
- I Dumped the Vampire King Thirteen Times
- Six of Crows
- Our Hate is a Mating Curse
- The Witcher
- The Villainess Rewrites Her Ending
- Shadow and Bone
- To Seduce a Saint
- Shatter Me
- The Dream-Walker’s Keeper
- Red Queen
- A Crown of Broken Wings
- Daughter of Smoke & Bone
1 // Throne of Glass
Okay, we have to start with the queen herself, Sarah J. Maas. This series follows Celaena Sardothien, a teenage assassin in a corrupt kingdom. I love a strong female lead who can actually fight! If you love high stakes and epic world-building, this is the gold standard.
Number of books: 8
Genre: High Fantasy, Assassin, Epic
2 // A Feast for the Alpha
I found this gem on MistNovel and I am hooked! It starts with a mysterious one-night stand and turns into a high-stakes werewolf drama. Emma, the main character, is a struggling single mother who ends up working for the very Alpha she slept with years ago. The tension is unreal!
Status: Completed
Genre: Werewolf, Romance, Secret Heir
3 // The Cruel Prince
I am weak for enemies-to-lovers, and Jude and Cardan deliver the angst perfectly. A mortal girl trying to survive in a terrifying, beautiful Faerie court? Yes, please. However, be warned: the fae here are actually scary, not just sparkly.
Number of books: 3
Genre: Fae, Political Intrigue, YA Fantasy
4 // I Dumped the Vampire King Thirteen Times
This title alone made me click instantly. Ivy is trapped in a time loop where she tries to dump her possessive vampire boyfriend, Hendery, but keeps dying at midnight. It is Groundhog Day meets dark fantasy romance. She has to learn combat skills over dozens of loops to save the monster she loves.
Status: Completed
Genre: Time Loop, Vampire, Dark Romance
5 // Six of Crows
If you like heist movies, you need this duology. Kaz Brekker and his crew of outcasts attempt an impossible heist. The character dynamics are flawless. Plus, the banter makes me laugh out loud every time.
Number of books: 2
Genre: Heist, Fantasy, Found Family
6 // Our Hate is a Mating Curse
This is for the readers who want real tension. Lilith is a necromancer, and Damian uses elemental magic. Their families have been enemies for centuries. However, a magical blight forces them into a ritual that requires intimacy to work. It’s messy, it’s magical, and the hate-lust is off the charts. If you enjoy this vibe, you should also check out our list of the Top 10 Best Dark Romance Books That Will Keep You Up All Night.
Status: Completed
Witches, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity
7 // The Witcher
This is the order I plan to read them in! I have actually read The Last Wish already, but there are so many more to go. I really want to compare the books to the show. Geralt is just so grumpy and lovable.
Number of books: 8
Genre: Epic Fantasy, Supernatural, Dark
8 // The Villainess Rewrites Her Ending
I love a good “reborn as the villain” story! In this MistNovel exclusive, a college student wakes up inside a dating sim game. However, she is the hated villainess, Emily, who is destined to die. She has to use her knowledge of the game to survive and win over the male leads.
Status: Completed
Genre: Isekai, Romance, Fantasy
9 // Shadow and Bone
Leigh Bardugo is quickly becoming an auto-buy author for me! I loved Six of Crows, and everyone says this trilogy is essential reading for the Grishaverse. The magic system based on light and shadow is fascinating.
Number of books: 3
Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy, Romance
10 // To Seduce a Saint
Wren is a snake demon queen, and Michael is a holy knight. Due to a magical accident, they get soul-bound together. A demon and a paladin forced to share feelings? The banter in this MistNovel story is going to be top-tier.
Status: Completed
Genre: Enemies to Lovers, Demon, Fantasy
11 // Shatter Me
This series has been on my shelf for years! Book 1 gave me major X-Men vibes with the “touch kills” trope. I have heard the character development for Warner is insane, so I have to continue. If you love this kind of intense, character-driven story, don’t miss our guide on. The Best (and Darkest) Dark Fantasy Novels for Adults.
Number of books: 6
Genre: Dystopian, Supernatural, Romance
12 // The Dream-Walker’s Keeper
Vesper meets a perfect man in her dreams every night. However, she eventually wakes up with bruises. It turns out her “dream” lover is a real warden holding back nightmares, and now the monsters have found her door. This mixes cozy vibes with terrifying stakes perfectly.
Status: Ongoing
Genre: Cozy Horror, Romance, Dream Worlds
13 // Red Queen
In a world divided by blood-red for commoners, silver for elites-Mare Barrow is an anomaly. She is a Red with Silver abilities. The betrayal in this book still hurts my heart! It is perfect for fans of dystopian fantasy.
Number of books: 4
Genre: Dystopian, Fantasy, Superpowers
14 // A Crown of Broken Wings
This story sounds absolutely heartbreaking and beautiful. Cressa is a flightless fairy living in the shadows. When she is arrested by a handsome Elven warrior, she has to form an alliance with him to prove her innocence. The enemies-to-lovers vibes here are strong!
Status: Completed
Genre: Paranormal, Elves, Enemies to Lovers
15 // Daughter of Smoke & Bone
One of my friends recommended this series to me after I gushed about angels. I love stories with unique magic systems, and this one involves collecting teeth for wishes? It sounds so weird and cool!
Number of books: 3
Genre: Angels, Paranormal, Urban Fantasy
The Stats
- 15 Series
- 50+ Books Total
- Countless Hours of Magic
Reading just one hour a day, it would take me forever to get through all these! But I am ready for the challenge.
My MistNovel Shelf If you want to read the exclusive titles I mentioned, you can check them out on the MistNovel app. It is where I have been finding all my newest obsessions lately!
