Hello bookish humans and fellow magic-lovers! 🧙♀️✨
If your TBR pile isn’t already threatening to collapse under its own weight, this week’s fantasy and romantasy releases are here to give it a little… encouragement. From deities doing their thing 600 years ago, to dragons and dark curses, there’s something for everyone.
Go grab your mugs of tea, find a comfy chair, a cosy blanket and let’s dive in!
1. Wild Reverence – Rebecca Ross (11 Sept 2025)
Let’s start with the biggie. Rebecca Ross is back with Wild Reverence, set 600 years before her Divine Rivals duology. Think gods roaming the earth, humans meddling, and the inevitable “please don’t destroy me” vibes.
- Genre: Romantasy
- Why you’ll love it: Matilda, a young goddess, meets Vincent, a human lord who might just be too charming for his own good. Expect destiny, magic, and more swoons than a fairy-tale ballroom.
- Where to get it: Available at HarperCollins UK, Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
💬 Fun fact: Ross rewrote parts of this novel just to make it even better. Honestly, can we all just agree she deserves a medal?
2. The Maiden and Her Monster – Maddie Martinez (11 Sept 2025)
Next up: a tale of deals with monsters, family drama, and unexpected romance. A healer’s daughter makes a pact to save her mother—classic setup, right?—and finds herself face-to-face with a monster who might just have feelings.
- Genre: Fantasy/Horror/Romance
- Why you’ll love it: This one’s a perfect blend of tension, dark magic, and heart-melting romance. Expect intense stakes, morally grey decisions, and monsters that aren’t as one-dimensional as they seem. It’s spooky, swoony, and just the right amount of chilling to keep you glued to the pages.
- Where to get it: Available at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
3. The Macabre – Kosoko Jackson (11 Sept 2025)
Ever wondered what would happen if your great-grandfather’s magical paintings came with a curse? Jackson’s latest explores exactly that, with a mix of fantasy, horror, and oh yes… some serious plot twists.
- Genre: Fantasy/Horror
- Why you’ll love it: Atmospheric, haunting, and incredibly inventive. Jackson’s storytelling will wrap around you like fog rolling over a mysterious mansion—goosebumps guaranteed. Ideal for readers who like their fantasy with a dark edge and a slow-burn tension that keeps you guessing.
- Where to get it: Available at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
4. Among the Burning Flowers – Samantha Shannon (11 Sept 2025)
Prequel fans, assemble! This is the origin story you didn’t know you needed. Dragons, magic, and the kind of world-building that makes you want to live there (without the dragon attacks, preferably).
- Genre: Fantasy
- Why you’ll love it: Shannon delivers layers of political intrigue, romance, and mythical beasts, all wrapped in lush, vivid prose. It’s immersive, thrilling, and perfectly crafted for those who love epic fantasy with deep emotional stakes.
- Where to get it: Available at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
💬 This is my FAVOURITE of the week!
5. HEKATE – Nikita Gill (16 Sept 2025)
Poetry meets myth in Nikita Gill’s latest, HEKATE. If you love gods, witches, and a touch of dark magic with lyrical prose, this one is for you.
- Genre: Fantasy
- Why you’ll love it: A beautifully meditative exploration of the goddess Hekate, human desire, and mystical storytelling. Ideal for contemplative readers who enjoy fantasy with a poetic twist. Darkly enchanting, this one lingers in your mind long after the last page.
- Where to get it: Pre-order at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
💬 Also how stunning is this cover?
6. Slashed Beauties – A. Rushby (17 Sept 2025)
A thrilling, darkly romantic fantasy where beauty, betrayal, and forbidden magic collide. In a world where appearances can be deadly and power is never what it seems, a group of young heirs must navigate twisted alliances, dangerous secrets, and their own hearts.
- Genre: Dark Fantasy/Romantasy
- Why you’ll love it: Richly atmospheric with morally complex characters and edge-of-your-seat drama. Dark enchantments, shocking twists, and romance that burns hotter than a cursed fire make this a must-read. Perfect for fans of dangerous, sexy, and utterly captivating fantasy.
- Where to get it: Pre-order at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
7. Uncharmed – Lucy Jane Wood (18 Sept 2025)
A spellbinding tale of witches, curses, and the unravelling of hidden family secrets. Uncharmed follows a young witch who discovers her magical lineage is far darker—and far more dangerous—than she ever imagined.
- Genre: Fantasy/Romantasy
- Why you’ll love it: Full of suspense, magical intrigue, and swoon-worthy romance, this one weaves dark secrets with thrilling adventure.
- Where to get it: Pre-order at Waterstones, and Amazon UK.
💬 Bonus: it’s set in the same enchanting world as Wood’s hugely popular Rewitched, so expect familiar magic and new twists to keep you hooked.
🔮 Why You Should Care (Besides the Obvious)
If your TBR pile isn’t growing after reading this list, are you even a reader? This week is stacked with new worlds, swoons, and magical chaos that will keep you turning pages faster than a spell gone wrong.
💡 Tip: Pre-ordering is your friend. That way, you can grab a cup of tea, curl up, and pretend you have the patience to wait for the week’s releases.
💭 Final Thoughts
From epic prequels to spooky monsters, this week in UK fantasy and romantasy has a little bit of everything. And can we just take a moment to squeee? A huge chunk of the most epic releases all landing TODAY! Talk about a bookish feast!
Whether you like swoony gods, magical curses, or dragons causing emotional mayhem, you’re covered.
Remember: Reading is cheaper than therapy… and infinitely more magical.
Until next time… ✨
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