Gothic Romances on Kindle Unlimited


If you’re in the mood for something dark, atmospheric, and a little bit spooky, I’ve got you covered with this list of 15 gothic romances on Kindle Unlimited. Whether you’re into mysterious mansions, brooding love interests, or just love the idea of romance with a shadowy twist, these books will give you all the gothic vibes. Let’s get lost in some hauntingly good love stories!

If you want to dive deeper into gothic romance, we’ve got the complete guide to this sub-genre. Everything you need to know about gothic romance and 12 must-read gothic romance books.

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15 Gothic romances on Kindle Unlimited

Before we dive into the book recs, here’s a quick heads-up: all of these gothic romances were available on Kindle Unlimited at the time of posting, but books can come and go from the program, so always double-check before you hit that download button! If you’re looking for even more must-reads, check out all our Kindle Unlimited recommendations.

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Dark Desires by Eve Silver

Darcie Finch accepts a job no one else wants, assisting the mysterious Dr. Damien Cole. Despite dark rumors and deadly secrets surrounding his eerie estate, Darcie can’t resist the pull toward her dangerously alluring employer. But with murder and mystery closing in, is Damien her savior—or her greatest threat?

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Nocticadia by Keri Lake

Nocticadia by Keri Lake

In Nocticadia, a dark and haunting tale unfolds at Dracadia University, where secrets lurk in every shadow. With a tortured professor, eerie island legends, and forbidden love, this dark academia romance blends mystery with an irresistible slow burn. Perfect for readers craving tension, danger, and gothic vibes.

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The Cruel Dark by Be a Northwick

The Cruel Dark by Bea Northwick

In The Cruel Dark, set in 1928, Millicent Foxboro takes on an unusual assistantship with the mysterious Professor Callum Hughes. Haunted by her past and drawn into the decaying mansion’s secrets, Millie faces more than just a house with dark memories—there’s also the brooding professor and their undeniable chemistry.

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Fables & Other Lies by Claire Contreras

In Fables & Other Lies, River Caliban is everything Luna Sol needs to avoid—especially with their families locked in an age-old rivalry. Yet, his dangerous allure pulls her in. Attending his gala is the first step into a world of temptation, secrets, and dark fantasy elements that threaten everything.

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A Whisper of Death by Darcy Burke

A Whisper of Death by Darcy Burke

In A Whisper of Death, Hadrian Becket, Earl of Ravenhurst, barely survives a brutal attack only to wake with the ability to see haunting visions. As he navigates his unsettling new power, he crosses paths with Matilda Wren. Together, they unravel a dark mystery while battling growing feelings—and danger.

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Gothikana by RuNyx

Gothikana by RuNyx

At the eerie University of Verenmore, Corvina—a mysterious, outcast girl—meets Vad, a brooding professor with dark secrets. Drawn to each other against their will, they navigate an ancient castle full of deadly secrets, as people disappear every five years. Love, danger, and darkness collide in this haunting dark academia romance.

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Grimstone by Sophie Lark

Grimstone by Sophie Lark

Remi Hayes is in over her head—her life is falling apart, and now she’s stuck with a haunted mansion. As if things couldn’t get worse, the dangerously attractive Dr. Dane Covett has his eye on her, but everyone says he’s hiding a deadly secret.

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A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon

A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon

Esther finds herself at Rooksgrave Manor, where all her wildest desires come to life. But beneath the thrilling pleasures and lavish attention from the unusual gentlemen, something sinister threatens her newfound paradise. Esther’s temptation for decadence may come at a steep price.

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Hollow Heathens by Nicole Fiorina

Fallon returns to the eerie town of Weeping Hollow after years away, only to find herself drawn to Julian Blackwell, one of the mysterious Hollow Heathens. Their connection feels older than time, but being together may awaken dark forces neither of them can control.

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A Witch in Time by Constance Sayers

Helen Lambert discovers she’s been living the same love story through centuries, from 1890s Paris to 1970s LA. Cursed to relive heartbreak, she must break the cycle before it destroys her again. Full of magic, passion, and time travel, A Witch in Time is hauntingly unforgettable.

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Blood Orange by Karina Halle

Blood Orange by Karina Halle is a dark, modern-day Dracula retelling. Dahlia, a witch trained to kill vampires, goes undercover to assassinate her teacher, Professor Valtu Aminoff. But she doesn’t know he’s the reincarnation of her lost love. Passion and danger collide in this forbidden, steamy romance.

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The Madness of Miss Grey by Julia Bennet

The Madness of Miss Grey by Julia Bennet

In The Madness of Miss Grey by Julia Bennet, Helen Grey has spent ten years locked away in an asylum, wrongly declared mad. When a new doctor, Will, arrives, Helen plots her escape by trying to seduce him—but they both find themselves entangled in deeper feelings. Will they free each other?

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Shadows by Kristen Proby

Shadows by Kristen Proby

In Shadows by Kristen Proby, set in the mystical French Quarter of New Orleans, a ghost-seeing tour guide, haunted by the dead, meets Cassian Winslow. Their connection could be the key to stopping an unspeakable evil—or doom them both.

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Music of the Night by Angela J. Ford

Music of the Night by Angela J. Ford

Music of the Night mixes Phantom of the Opera vibes with a dark, gothic romance. Aria’s life spirals after her father’s death, but a deal with a mysterious man to learn the power of music could save her—or ruin her. 

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Now Comes the Mist by Julie C. Dao

In Now Comes the Mist, Lucy Westenra, often seen as a victim, becomes the focus. Drawn to death and darkness, she accepts an offer from Vlad to cheat mortality. But as he reveals his true monstrous nature, Lucy fights back in a gothic retelling perfect for Penny Dreadful fans.

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Now it’s your turn! Share with us in the comments some of your favorite gothic romance books on Kindle Unlimited (or in general). And if you still need more book recommendations, check out some of the lists below.

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