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If you’re still reeling from the emotional chaos that was Onyx Storm, trust me—you’re not alone. You’ve come out of that world full of magical twists, heart-wrenching moments, and characters who burrowed deep into your soul. So what do you do now? Well, let’s be real: you don’t just move on. You need something that can live up to the stormy magic of your recent read. You need something to fill that Onyx Storm-shaped hole in your heart.
Here’s a list of best reads following Onyx Storm that will totally scratch that romantasy itch, transporting you into worlds full of captivating magic, steamy romance, and epic adventures:
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Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli
Artefacts of Ouranos Series (Book 1 of 4)
Genre: Romantasy
Niche: Enemies-to-lovers, competition trope, revenge arc
Lor has spent twelve years trapped under the Aurora King’s rule, dreaming of freedom—and maybe a little revenge. But instead of escape, she’s thrown into a deadly competition for the Sun King’s hand, where losing means death and winning means power, freedom, and a whole new set of problems. With nine ruthless competitors and a dangerously charming ruler watching her every move, Lor must decide: how much is she willing to risk for a crown she never wanted?
Perfect for: Readers who love high-stakes competitions, ruthless royals, and slow-burn romance laced with revenge.
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One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig
The Shepherd King Series (Book 1 of 2)
Genre: Gothic Romantasy
Niche: Dark magic, forbidden romance, monster-in-your-head trope
Elspeth Spindle has a monster living in her head and honestly…he might be the least of her problems. When a rogue prince drags her into a deadly quest to cure their cursed kingdom, keeping her secret and her sanity gets a whole lot harder. With a treacherous magic system, eerie gothic vibes, and a love story tangled in shadows, One Dark Window is what happens when your inner demons stop being metaphorical.
Perfect for: Readers who love eerie gothic settings, morally gray magic, and romance tangled with secrets and shadows.
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A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen
Saga of the Unfated (Book 1 of 2)
Genre: Romantasy
Niche: Norse mythology, arranged marriage, forbidden love
Freya wants freedom, not fate, but the gods have other plans. With the power to fulfill an ancient prophecy, she is forced into an arranged marriage with a brooding warrior who sees her as nothing more than a means to an end. As war looms and sparks fly, Freya must decide if she’s willing to embrace the destiny she never asked for or fight to forge her own path.
Perfect for: Readers who love Viking-inspired worlds, slow-burn tension, and heroines who refuse to let fate call the shots.
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The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
Standalone Novel
Genre: Cozy Romantasy
Niche: Magical retail, enchanted artifacts, unexpected romance
Kiela has one rule: avoid trouble and sell spells, not cast them. But when a stolen book and a charming fugitive land in her quiet shop, she is dragged into a rebellion she wanted no part of. With the fate of magic on the line, she must decide if some things, including love, are worth the risk. Best reads following Onyx dive into dangerous secrets, shifting alliances, and the power of choice—where uncovering ancient magic could mean saving or destroying everything.
Perfect for: Readers who adore charming magical settings, witty banter, and a romance that blossoms amidst a flurry of spells and secrets.
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The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent
Crowns of Nyaxia Series (Book 1 of 4)
Genre: Romantasy
Niche: Vampires, deadly tournament, enemies to lovers
Oraya has spent her life dodging fangs and proving she belongs in a world that wants her dead. Entering the Kejari, a brutal tournament where vampires fight for power, is her one chance to finally take control of her fate. The only problem? Her fiercest rival is a lethal, infuriatingly compelling vampire who might want her dead — or might want her even more.
Perfect for: Readers who love bloodthirsty intrigue, morally gray vampires, and a romance that walks the knife’s edge between devotion and destruction.
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When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker
Moonfall Series (Book 1 of 2)
Genre: Romantasy
Niche: Fae, assassins, reincarnation romance, celestial dragons
Raeve is an assassin who follows orders and keeps her heart out of it, but when a rival bounty hunter ruins everything, she ends up imprisoned by a powerful fae court. Kaan Vaegor, a warlord with a broken heart and a stolen crown, stumbles upon her and feels an unexplainable pull toward the woman he swears he has never met. As secrets unravel and dragons fall from the sky, Raeve and Kaan realize their pasts are tangled in ways neither of them understand, and fate is not finished with them yet.
Perfect for: Readers who love fae intrigue, forbidden attraction, and epic romances with a hint of destiny.
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Phantasma by Kaylie Smith
Wicked Games Series (Book 1 of 2)
Genre: Romantasy
Niche: Deadly contest, haunted mansion, morally gray love interest
Ophelia never planned on entering Phantasma but when her sister disappears, she has no choice. The game is simple, survive a house full of shifting rooms, lurking monsters, and cutthroat competitors all for the chance to win a single wish. When a dangerously charming stranger offers to help for a steep price, Ophelia must decide if trusting him is her best chance at survival or her biggest mistake.
Perfect for: Readers who love high-stakes games, dark fairytales, and infuriatingly attractive, morally gray love interests.
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Belladonna by Adalyn Grace
Belladonna Series (Book 1 of 2)
Genre: Gothic Romantasy
Niche: Ghosts, curses, girl meets Death (literally)
Signa Farrow has spent her life surrounded by death and not in the poetic way. Every guardian she has ever had has mysteriously died, and now she is sent to live with a wealthy family whose estate is full of ghosts and even darker secrets. When Death himself warns her that someone in the house is being poisoned, Signa must decide whether she can trust the one entity she has spent her life running from.
Perfect for: Readers who love eerie estates, murder mysteries tangled with the supernatural, and slow-burning romance with a touch of the macabre.
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The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton
Dangerous Damsels Series (Book 1 of 3)
Genre: Historical Romantasy
Niche: Victorian lady pirates, magical flying houses, enemies to lovers
Cecilia Bassingwaite is a proper Victorian lady who happens to be a trained thief, an expert in espionage, and the proud owner of a flying house. When an assassin named Ned Lightbourne arrives to kill her, he makes the rather inconvenient mistake of falling for her instead. With kidnappings, sky-high heists, and a villain set on world domination, Cecilia and Ned must decide if they can trust each other long enough to save the day or if they are better off as rivals.
Perfect for: Readers who love historical hijinks, swashbuckling romance, and heroines who prefer daggers over decorum.
READ IT!Your next romantasy obsession is waiting. Now’s the time to make some reckless book-buying decisions, clear your weekend schedule, and strap in for the chaos of the next wild ride. If you’re looking for Must-Reads following the Onyx Storm, trust me—this list will have you hooked. And if you end up spiraling into a new fandom and making deeply unhinged life choices based on fictional characters, don’t say I didn’t warn you. Happy reading!
Shaylynn Marks
Shaylynn Marks has a BFA in Creative Writing, with poetry and prose published through several journals and sold internationally. She was awarded Runner-Up for Poet of the Year with Poetic Anarchy Press. When she doesn't have a pen in hand, you can find her with a guitar or paintbrush!
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