Enemies to Lovers: 5 Fantasy Romance Books You Can’t Miss
The enemies-to-lovers trope comes into its own in the fantasy genre. Unfettered by the bounds of reality, it can draw upon magic and other logic-defying devices to up the ante, enhancing the romance in the process.
Want to see what I mean? Check out these five fantasy romance books that feature enemies who become lovers.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
When Feyre is forced to leave behind the mortal world and accompany an immortal faerie back to his realm, she never expects to fall for him – but that is precisely what happens.
The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen
Since she was a child, Princess Lara Veliant of Maridrina has been trained to do one thing: bring the rival kingdom of Ithicana to its knees. Her betrothal to its king provides her with the perfect opportunity to enact that plan, but when she begins to develop feelings for her betrothed, her resolve to destroy him and his kingdom begins to crumble.
Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin
What happens when a witch hunter and a witch in hiding are forced to marry? Read this book to find out.
The Witches’ Blade by A.K. Mulford
As a princess of the High Mountain Court, Rua should hate Renwick, the newly crowned king of the Northern Court. His family is responsible for the destruction of hers, but try as she might, she can’t quash her growing attraction to him.
Fire Heart by Emma Hamm
Dragon shapeshifter Abraxas is the king’s right hand, and in that role, he has assisted in the crown’s systematic killing of magical beings. As a half-elf, Lorelai knows she should fear him, but she finds herself inexplicably drawn to him – like a moth to a flame.
Have you read any of these books, or are there any that you’d add to this list?
-Julia
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