Every month there are new authors releasing amazing paranormal romance books, but for today we’ve compiled a list of the best paranormal romance books that are sure to cast a spell on you. So, whether you like vampires and witches or werewolves and sorcerers, these romance novels promise exciting adventures, steamy romances, and unforgettable supernatural twists! 🦇🐺✨

The 15 Best Paranormal Romance Books

1. “A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness

Synopsis:

Historian Diana Bishop accidentally unlocks a magical manuscript, plunging her into a world of witches, vampires, and daemons. Then, she forms an uneasy alliance with vampire Matthew Clairmont. Together, they unravel secrets that could change their lives forever. As they delve deeper, their forbidden love grows stronger. With historical intrigue and supernatural elements, this book transports you across continents and centuries. You’ll be enchanted by their adventure and romance.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You like paranormal romance books that blend intellectual intrigue, historical depth, and forbidden love that will transport you across continents and centuries.

Read more about the All Souls series by Deborah Harkness.

2. “Darkfever” by Karen Marie Moning

Synopsis:

MacKayla Lane travels to Ireland to investigate her sister’s murder. Soon, she discovers the hidden world of the Fae. In Dublin, she meets Jericho Barrons, a mysterious bookstore owner. Relying on Barrons for survival, Mac navigates a city where nothing is as it seems. With dark settings and complex characters, this book is an exciting ride. You’ll love the mysteries and dangerous desires that unfold.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re drawn to dark, atmospheric settings, and complex characters entangled in a web of mysteries and dangerous desires.

3. “Moon Called” by Patricia Briggs

Synopsis:

Mercedes “Mercy” Thompson is a car mechanic and a shape-shifting coyote. Living among werewolves, vampires, and fae, she faces a new threat. Eventually, Mercy must navigate this dangerous world to protect her friends and herself. Her journey takes us through intricate supernatural politics and slow-burn romances. This book is perfect for those who love kick-ass heroines and sizzling tension. Mercy’s story will keep you hooked.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You love kick-ass heroines, intricate supernatural politics, and slow-burn romances that sizzle with tension and passion.

4. “Dead Until Dark” by Charlaine Harris

Synopsis:

Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress in Louisiana, meets vampire Bill Compton. Drawn into the vampire world, she uncovers secrets that put her in danger. Later, as their relationship deepens, mysteries and dangers arise. The book mixes humor, mystery, and southern charm. With steamy vampire romance, it keeps you guessing. Sookie’s adventures are both exciting and enchanting.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You enjoy paranormal romance books that mix of mystery, humor, and southern charm, with a dose of spicy vampire lore that keeps you guessing.

5. “Halfway to the Grave” by Jeaniene Frost

Synopsis:

Cat Crawfield is a half-vampire assassin hunting the undead. Then, she crosses paths with Bones, a vampire bounty hunter. They face supernatural threats together, navigating their growing attraction. With strong, witty heroines and intense action, this book ignites sparks from the first page. You’ll be captivated by the fiery romance and exciting plots. Cat and Bones’ chemistry is electric and unforgettable.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re into strong, witty heroines, intense action-packed plots, and fiery romances that ignite sparks from the very first page.

6. “The City of Bones” by Cassandra Clare

Synopsis:

Clary Fray discovers she is a Shadowhunter, a human-angel hybrid destined to battle demons. Navigating this new world, she falls for the mysterious Jace Wayland. Then, as she uncovers family secrets, she faces threats that challenge everything she holds dear. With urban fantasy settings and complex mythology, this book blends romance, friendship, and adventure. You’ll love the mix of supernatural elements and intense emotions. Clary’s journey is both captivating and heart-pounding.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You enjoy urban fantasy settings, complex mythology, and a thrilling mix of romance, friendship, and supernatural adventure.

7. “Angels’ Blood” by Nalini Singh

Synopsis:

Elena Deveraux, a vampire hunter, is hired by the Archangel Raphael to track down a rogue archangel. Later, as they work together, their fiery attraction threatens to ignite a war among angels. The book explores angelic lore, intense power struggles, and forbidden romances. You’ll be fascinated by the blend of trust and desire. Elena and Raphael’s story is romantic and steamy. Their journey will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re fascinated by angelic lore, intense power struggles, and steamy, forbidden romances that push the boundaries of trust and desire.

8. “Written in Red” by Anne Bishop

Synopsis:

Meg Corbyn, a blood prophet, seeks sanctuary in a community of shape-shifting Others. Then, forming bonds with her new supernatural friends, she becomes a target for those who want to exploit her abilities. The paranormal romance book has unique supernatural creatures, intricate world-building, and slow-building romances. You’ll be drawn to the themes of trust and loyalty. Meg’s journey is both intriguing and heartwarming. Her story will enchant you from start to finish.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re intrigued by unique supernatural creatures, intricate world-building, and slow-building romances that emphasize trust and loyalty.

9. “The Iron King” by Julie Kagawa

Synopsis:

Meghan Chase discovers she is the daughter of a faery king. She must navigate the dangerous faery realm to rescue her kidnapped brother. Along the way, she allies with the mysterious faery prince, Ash. Eventually, facing deadly challenges, Meghan’s courage is tested. The book combines faery courts, mythical creatures, and intense romantic entanglements. You’ll be captivated by the quests for power and redemption. Meghan’s adventure is both magical and enchanting.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You love paranormal romance books about faery courts, mythical creatures, and intense romantic entanglements.

10. “First Drop of Crimson” by Jeaniene Frost

Synopsis:

Paranormal investigator Denise MacGregor seeks vengeance for her dead husband. So, she enlists the help of vampire demon-slayer Spade. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey that blurs the lines between love and revenge. This vampire romance book includes fiery heroines, passionate vampire heroes, and action-packed adventures. You’ll enjoy the themes of loyalty, redemption, and second chances. Denise and Spade’s story is both intense and passionate.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You enjoy fiery heroines, passionate vampire heroes, and thrilling adventures that explore themes of loyalty, redemption, and second chances.

11. “Dark Lover” by J.R. Ward

Synopsis:

Wrath, the last purebred vampire, is tasked with protecting his race from evil undead threats. Then, he meets Beth Randall, a half-breed unaware of her heritage. Their forbidden attraction could ignite a war. This vampire romance book takes you into intense vampire politics and dark urban settings. You’ll be captivated by the dangerous and passionate romance. Wrath and Beth’s story is both exciting and steamy.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You enjoy paranormal romance books with intense vampire politics, dark urban settings, and romances as dangerous as they are passionate.

Read more about the Black Dagger Brotherhood series by J.R. Ward.

12. “The Immortal Rules” by Julie Kagawa

Synopsis:

In a post-apocalyptic world ruled by vampires, Allison Sekemoto must decide whether to embrace her vampire nature to survive. Eventually, she allies with a group of humans and encounters Zeke, a vampire who challenges everything she knows. The book explores dystopian settings, moral dilemmas, and slow-burn romances. You’ll be intrigued by the themes of humanity, survival, and sacrifice. Allison’s journey is both intense and emotional.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re into dystopian settings, moral dilemmas, and slow-burn romances that explore themes of humanity, survival, and sacrifice.

13. “Firelight” by Kristen Callihan

Synopsis:

Miranda Ellis hides a dark secret: she can create fire with her mind. Then, she meets Lord Benjamin Archer, a masked vigilante with secrets of his own. Later, their lives become entangled in a dangerous game of desire and deception. Set in Victorian London, this book blends paranormal abilities with mystery and forbidden attraction. You’ll be drawn to the romance and danger. Miranda and Archer’s story is both captivating and suspenseful.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re intrigued by Victorian London settings, paranormal abilities, and romances that blend mystery, danger, and forbidden attraction.

14. “The Raven Boys” by Maggie Stiefvater

Synopsis:

Blue Sargent comes from a family of psychics who are fated to kill their true love if they kiss them. Then, she meets the Raven Boys—Gansey, Adam, Ronan, and Noah—and becomes involved in their quest for a lost Welsh king. Eventually, secrets are uncovered that change her destiny. The paranormal romance offers atmospheric storytelling, mystical quests, and slow-building romances. You’ll love the themes of friendship, destiny, and ancient mysteries. Blue’s journey is both magical and intriguing.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You like paranormal romance books with quality storytelling, mystical quests, and romances that unfold amidst themes of friendship, destiny, and ancient mysteries.

15. “Anna Dressed in Blood” by Kendare Blake

Synopsis:

Cas Lowood hunts ghosts armed with his father’s deadly athame. Then, he encounters Anna Dressed in Blood, a vengeful spirit with a tragic past. Drawn to her in ways that defy reason, Cas faces danger and mystery. This book combines spooky, supernatural horror vibes with ghostly mysteries. You’ll enjoy the romance that defies the boundaries between the living and the dead. Cas and Anna’s story is both haunting and captivating.

Read This Paranormal Romance If:

You’re into spooky, supernatural horror vibes, ghostly mysteries, and romances that defy the boundaries between the living and the dead.

A Supernatural Love Story

These paranormal romance books will transport you to worlds where magic, love, and danger collide in new ways. Whether you’re drawn to vampires, werewolves, faeries, or ghosts, each paranormal romance novel blends the supernatural, romance, and adventure in unique ways that will keep you reading from start to finish. So, grab your favorite blanket, brew a cup of tea (or your preferred potion), and flip a page into these supernatural stories. Happy reading! 🌙✨