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Romance with a Hint of Magic

By Skokie Staff Advisory Services

These titles combine fantasy and romance, resulting in magical tales of love.

A Novel Love Story
2024 by Poston, Ashley
A professor of literature finds herself caught up in a work of fiction, literally. This second-chance romance has the perfect blend of fantasy to balance it. It's incredibly charming and feels like the perfect title for the hopeless romantic. Suggested by Amber.

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The God and the Gumiho
2024 by Kim, Sophie
An exiled god and Korea's most infamous nine-tailed fox must put aside their differences in order to track down a powerful demon before it destroys humanity. If they can survive each other first. There is plenty of banter, humor, and charm packed into this contemporary romantasy novel. Suggested by Aubree.

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A Letter to the Luminous Deep
2024 by Cathrall, Sylvie
For lovers of wonder and whimsy, this book is a love letter to folks fascinated with magical academia and the deep blue sea. Suggested by Amber.

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When the Moon Hatched
2024 by Parker, Sarah A.
Dragons, fae, a unique magic system, and lovable characters—this book has it all. Raeve has spent the last few years as her rebel group's top assassin, eliminating the worst people in her society. When a rival bounty hunter turns her over to The Crown, she finds allies in the unlikeliest of places. Suggested by Aubree.

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Servant of Earth
2024 by Hawley, Sarah
In the underground Fae realm, only the strongest and most ruthless have power—but a young human woman forced into a life of servitude is about to change everything. With amazing world-building and a focus on female friendship, this captivating title really sets the stage for future faerie fantasies. Suggested by Amber.

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A Dark and Drowning Tide
2024 by Saft, Allison
Lorelai and Sylvia have been academic rivals for years, despite knowing everything about each other. Both are selected for a prestigious expedition to find the Ursprung, the fabled well for all magic. After they set out with four of their peers, their mentor is murdered, and the women soon realize they can only trust each other. Suggested by Aubree.

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Don't Let the Forest In
2024 by Drews, C. G.
Once upon a time, Andrew had cut out his heart and given it to this boy, and he was very sure Thomas had no idea that Andrew would do anything for him. This novel, while it features a romance between the two leading gentleman, frankly explores some darker themes with a mindfulness that I think readers will appreciate. Suggested by Amber.

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Bride
2024 by Hazelwood, Ali
Team Jacob? For author Ali Hazelwood, the answer is yes. Leaning on some tropes that we all know and love, this title is the perfect read for paranormal romance lovers that never quite got over their Twilight phase. It's witty and features a slow-burn romance that is fang-tastic. Suggested by Amber.

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Lore of the Wilds
2024 by Sbrana, Analeigh
In a land ruled by ruthless Fae, Lore Alemeyu's village is trapped in a forested prison. Lore knows that any escape attempt is futile. But when her village is threatened, Lore makes a desperate deal with a Fae lord. She will leave her home to catalog/organize an enchanted library that hasn't been touched in a thousand years. No Fae may enter the library, but there is a chance a human might be able to breach the cursed doors. Suggested by Aubree.

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The Mirror
2024 by Roberts, Nora
Curses! Gothic fiction is making a comeback with this fast-paced novel. When Sonya MacTavish inherits the huge Victorian mansion on the coast of Maine, she has no idea that the house is haunted. Suggested by Amber.

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That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon
2024 by Lemming, Kimberly
Cinnamon's simple, spice-trading life is turned upside down after she drunkenly saves the life of a tall, handsome demon. He reveals that he is on a quest to slay the witch who has enslaved his people, and she agrees to come along. Filled with plenty of humor and spice, this rom-com is the first in a series. Suggested by Aubree.

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