There’s nothing quite like curling up with a spellbinding romance as the leaves turn crisp and the air gets chillier. Whether you're in the mood for forbidden love or enemies-to-lovers tropes, here are ten captivating witchy romances to enchant your fall reading list.
1. Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Romance Trope: Enemies-to-lovers
What happens when a witch is forced into marriage with a witch hunter? Absolute chaos, of course! Serpent & Dove delivers a high-stakes romance between Lou, a sharp-tongued witch hiding in plain sight, and Reid, a devout witch hunter who unknowingly marries her. Expect intense chemistry, biting banter, and a battle of wills that’ll leave you spellbound.
2. Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli
Romance Trope: Star-crossed lovers
In Heartless Hunter, the dynamic between Rune, a fierce witch on the run, and Gideon, a hunter sworn to capture her, is magnetic. There’s no denying the tension between these two—think swoon-worthy moments wrapped in heart-pounding action. This is one love story where the characters’ opposing destinies make every stolen glance all the more powerful.
3. The Secret Circle series by L.J. Smith
Romance Trope: Forbidden love
In this classic witchy series, Cassie finds herself caught in a coven full of secrets—and a love triangle that’ll keep you on your toes. The forbidden romance between Cassie and Adam is tangled in magic, destiny, and danger, making it perfect for readers who adore high-stakes relationships with supernatural twists.
4. These Witches Don’t Burn by Isabel Sterling
Romance Trope: Second-chance romance
Sparks fly in this LGBTQ+ witchy romance, where Hannah, an elemental witch, must work alongside her ex-girlfriend, Veronica, to stop a dangerous force threatening her coven. This second-chance romance is full of tension, magical mayhem, and enough drama to keep you hooked. If you love a messy, emotional roller coaster of a romance, this is your spell.
5. Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco
Romance Trope: Enemies-to-lovers
Emilia, a witch on a quest for revenge, summons a Prince of Hell and… well, things get complicated. Wrath, the demon prince, is all dark charm and bad-boy energy, making their enemies-to-lovers dynamic absolutely irresistible. Their simmering tension builds as they navigate dark magic and even darker secrets, making this a perfect fall read for fans of angsty, morally grey heroes.
6. The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin
Romance Trope: Slow burn
In a world where witches control the climate, Clara, an Everwitch with volatile powers, meets Sang, who challenges her to embrace her magic. Their slow-burn romance is heartfelt and emotional, weaving together themes of identity, fear, and love with a magical twist. This one will make your heart ache in the best way possible.
7. The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon
Romance Trope: Forbidden love
Though it leans more into dystopian territory, The Bone Season features a rich world of magic and psychic abilities. Paige, a dreamwalker, finds herself at odds—and then falling for—her Warden, Arcturus. The slow-burn, forbidden romance between these two has all the tension, secrecy, and intrigue you could want in a witchy romance.
8. The Witch Haven by Sasha Peyton Smith
Romance Trope: Love triangle
When Frances finds herself thrust into a secret witch school in New York City, she also finds herself caught between two very different romantic interests. One is safe and comfortable, while the other is full of dark mysteries. If you’re a fan of love triangles with a supernatural twist, this one’s for you.
9. The Coven by Harper L. Woods
Romance Trope: Forbidden love
Dark, dangerous, and dripping with forbidden magic, The Coven follows Evelyn, a witch with powers that others fear, and Alaric, headmaster of the school forced to bring her in. Their love story is steeped in tension, with a sizzling forbidden love plot that’ll have you on edge until the very last page. If you’re craving something dark, seductive, and filled with delicious tension, this is your go-to.
10. The Ravens by Kass Morgan and Danielle Paige
Romance Trope: Opposites attract
A college sorority full of witches? Yes, please! The Ravens introduces you to a world of hidden magic where two polar-opposite girls—Vivienne, a legacy witch, and Scarlett, a girl trying to fit in—are forced to work together to protect their sisterhood from a dark threat. Their slow-building, opposites-attract dynamic weaves through a plot full of suspense, sisterhood, and magic.
Which one of these magical romances will you be diving into this fall? Whether you're a fan of enemies-to-lovers, forbidden love, or slow-burns, there’s something here to sweep you off your feet—no spells required!
What witchy romance is at the top of your TBR? Let me know in the comments!
Bonus Book Recommendation: Dissent by Josephine Lamont
Okay, so Dissent doesn’t have witches, but it does feature many of the same tropes you love from the books above. If you’re a fan of forbidden love (The Secret Circle vibes), intense enemies-to-lovers (Serpent & Dove style), or a brooding bad boy with a heart of gold (Kingdom of the Wicked anyone?), then you need to add Dissent to your fall TBR. Set in a dystopian world ruled by a corrupt government, it follows Mara, a girl fighting for her freedom and torn between two rebels—Matias, the sweet protector, and Wes, the brooding enemy. Packed with suspense, intrigue, and plenty of swoon-worthy moments, Dissent will leave you breathless!
Get ready for all the feels—and maybe a little heartbreak—before the happily ever after.
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