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A dark, intense and dangerously addictive start to Insatiable by Leigh Rivers. With stunning character artwork, a Deftones-fuelled playlist and serious Haunting Adeline vibes, this taboo-leaning dark romance is already pulling me in just 50 pages deep.
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Happy release day to Remain by Nicholas Sparks & M. Night Shyamalan! I read this one early as an ARC and gave it a full 5 stars — it’s moody, emotional, and just the right amount of eerie. Think small-town Cape Cod vibes, a love story that haunts you, and a touch of the supernatural.…
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Your weekly UK fantasy & romantasy roundup is here! From Veronica Roth and Holly Black sequels to debut releases by SenLinYu, these September 19–25 books are dark, magical, and impossible to put down.
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At 7pm tonight the secret was revealed: Evelyn Clarke is V. E. Schwab & Cat Clarke! The Ending Writes Itself arrives April 2026—pre-order now.
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Get ready, book lovers! This week in the UK sees exciting fantasy and romantasy releases, from Rebecca Ross’s Wild Reverence and Maddie Martinez’s monster-filled tale to Samantha Shannon’s dragon-filled prequel. Magic, romance, and dark secrets await—perfect for fans looking to grow their TBR piles!
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Blackwicket by Bea Northwick releases today! This dark, atmospheric gothic fantasy features a cursed coastal estate, morally complex characters, and mystical twists like “curse-eating.” A moody, immersive read, it’s perfect for fans of gothic and dark fantasy. Available now from major retailers.. Read my thoughts, rating, and why it should be on your TBR.
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Are you looking for books like A Court of Thorns and Roses? Discover 10 dark fantasy romance novels full of fae, enemies-to-lovers, and magical intrigue, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas. Dark fantasy romance has completely taken over my shelves lately, and honestly, I’m not mad about it. There’s just something about the mix…