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11 Best Paranormal Romance Books 2024 That Will Give You All the Feels
Looking for a romance that takes you beyond the ordinary? Paranormal romance is the perfect escape—where love stories come with supernatural twists, forbidden sparks, and epic stakes. Whether you’re into brooding vampires, magical curses, or enemies-to-lovers drama, 2024 served up a lineup of must-read best paranormal romances. Get ready to fall head over heels (and maybe fangs) for these 11 books that deliver everything you love about the genre.
What Is Paranormal Romance?
Paranormal romance is where love stories meet the supernatural—think vampires, werewolves, witches, and magic! These books combine the steamy and emotional aspects of romance with the thrill of fantasy and mystery. Whether it’s an enemies-to-lovers tale with a brooding werewolf or a forbidden love between a witch and a demon, paranormal romance takes readers beyond the everyday, offering high-stakes passion and otherworldly drama all while still bring set in our world.
Why We Love Paranormal Romance in 2024
Paranormal romance is making a comeback! After years of quietly simmering under the radar, the genre has been slowly ramping back up, and this year feels like a turning point. With more books, more authors, and exciting new series to explore, 2024 is delivering a taste of what made us fall in love with PNR in the first place. We can’t wait for the glory days of swoony vampires, brooding werewolves, and epic love stories to fully return—and if this year is any indication, we’re well on our way.
How This List Was Curated
At Under the Covers Book Blog, we take our paranormal romance seriously. This list includes the top picks from our team, featuring books that blew us away with their unforgettable characters, sizzling chemistry, and gripping plots. Our team includes Francesca, Suzanne, and a lineup of incredible guest reviewers, all with their own reading preferences. Together, we’ve scoured the latest releases to bring you the best of the best—whether it’s a fan-favorite author or an exciting new debut, these are the stories that made our hearts race (and maybe skip a beat).
Best Paranormal Romance Books 2024
Bride by Ali Hazelwood
A Vampyre bride forced into a marriage of convenience with a brooding Alpha Werewolf is peak enemies-to-lovers drama. She’s hiding secrets, he’s all smoldering suspicion, and their alliance is anything but smooth. Power struggles, sizzling tension, and a forbidden love that’ll make you swoon—this is paranormal romance at its best.
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Phantasma by Kaylie Smith
A haunted mansion, a deadly competition, and a charming yet infuriating guide who’s impossible to resist—this story is a treasure trove of forbidden romance and high stakes. With nine life-threatening trials, reluctant allies, and an enemies-to-lovers vibe brewing, the only thing deadlier than the monsters is the growing spark between them.
Legacy of Temptation by Larissa Ione
A demon-hating spokesperson and the rebellious son of Death are forced into an uneasy alliance full of snark, tension, and undeniable chemistry. She’s running for her life, he’s sworn to protect her—reluctantly. Add a hellhound, dangerous secrets, and forbidden sparks, and you’ve got an epic, high-stakes paranormal romance.
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Primal Mirror by Nalini Singh
A telepathic outcast with shattered memories and a fiercely protective Leopard alpha collide in a whirlwind of secrets, danger, and undeniable attraction. She’s hiding a past that could destroy them all; he’s determined to uncover the truth. Their connection is primal, their fight is deadly, and their bond might just save—or doom—the Psy.
The Wrath by Gena Showalter
A ruthless Hell king obsessed with reviving his lost wife crosses paths with a fierce harpy-oracle determined to stop him. Their sizzling clash of wills ignites forbidden passion as they navigate betrayals, deadly gods, and a future neither wants to face. Enemies-to-lovers has never felt this dangerously seductive.
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Under Loch and Key by Lana Ferguson
A determined woman searching for her roots and a broody Scotsman with secrets collide on the misty shores of Scotland. With simmering tension, a family curse, and unexpected magic, their reluctant partnership turns into something deeper. Add a cranky hero, fierce heroine, and sizzling banter—this romance is a real loch-mess in the best way.
The Wrong Bride by Gena Showalter and Jill Monroe
A schoolteacher trapped in a stranger’s body, a broody berserker king stuck in an arranged marriage, and a war between wolf-shifters? Sparks and claws fly in this wild romance full of fate, grudges, and forbidden attraction. He’s her unwanted husband, and she’s determined not to fall—definitely, maybe, probably not.
Blood on the Tide by Katee Robert
A ruthless vampire and a heartbroken selkie team up for a perilous quest in a world of stolen heirlooms, forbidden bites, and enemies with supernatural vengeance. Their uneasy alliance crackles with tension—emotional and otherwise—as they face danger at every turn. Adventure, spice, and a dash of heartbreak make this a must-read.
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A Werewolf’s Guide to Seducing a Vampire by Sarah Hawley
A grumpy, plant-loving werewolf accidentally unleashes a stunning, snarky vampire succubus with a serious grudge—and an even stronger attraction. Their forced bond sparks hilariously chaotic moments, mutual frustration, and undeniable chemistry. Add ancient curses, revenge plans, and some spicy tension, and you’ve got a fang-tastic romance worth sinking your teeth into.
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Filthy Rich Fae by Geneva Lee
A desperate woman strikes a dangerous deal with a brooding fae prince, trading her freedom to save her brother. Tension crackles as she’s pulled into a world of shadowy bargains, court intrigue, and forbidden attraction. With time running out, her fate—and her heart—hangs in the balance in this darkly seductive romance.
The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sarah Raasch
A golden-hearted Christmas prince and a rebellious Halloween heir collide in a whirlwind of fake competitions, forbidden kisses, and messy holiday drama. With sizzling tension and snarky banter, their love story proves that opposites not only attract—they sleigh. This spicy rom-com is packed with magic, mischief, and holiday feels.
From swoon-worthy werewolves to spellbinding witches, the paranormal romances of 2024 prove that love truly knows no bounds—even between realms. Whether you’re in the mood for epic adventures or intimate connections, this list has a story for every kind of romance reader. Which one are you adding to your TBR first? Let us know in the comments or tag us on social media—we’d love to hear about your paranormal picks!
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Great Best of. Thanks for sharing. The TBR is growing.
Yay that just means great books to choose from for the new year!