Top new fantasy books out this week: 22 Jan - 28 Jan 2023
Last updated:
January 28, 2023
This week featuring new releases by Christine Feehan, Alessandra Hazard, L. Rose, T.S. Joyce, Lilith Vincent, Maiya Ibrahim, Alice Winters, TheFirstDefier, Pavi Proczko, Lisa Shearin, Anna Hackett and many more.
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Recovery Road by Christine Feehan
A broken man finds a woman worth living for in the new novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan’s Torpedo Ink motorcycle club series.Kir “Master” Vasiliev doesn’t care whether he lives or dies. He’s a burnt-out shell with no one and nothing but his club. Whatever Torpedo Ink needs, Master will put himself in harm’s way time after time...action-adventure · adult · audiobook · biker · book · contemporary · dark · female-mc · fiction · ghosts -
Expert by Alessandra Hazard
Crushing on a hot alpha doctor isn't in Eric Blake's plans when he goes to a clinic to fix his weird heats.Unfortunately, it seems that won’t be easy, and Dr. Randall suggests an… experimental treatment that will also help the doctor’s research. It’s unorthodox, but it’s not personal. And no matter how good the alpha smells to him or how much Eric starts needing him, he knows Dr... -
Within the Darkness by L. Rose
Before I was born, the world changed.When monsters stepped into the light to rule, most humans were forced into servitude.My family was one of many.But I hold a secret inside me.One I don’t dare share.Until I meet my new vampire master—who wears cold and angry like a second skin—and his shifter friends. While he can’t compel me, I long to share every part of me with them.Only fear holds me back...romance · reverse-harem · fantasy · paranormal · shapeshifters · magic · vampires · dragons · supernatural · mlm -
Traitor Wolf of Piston by T.S. Joyce
Vaughn Hall is ready for war.The Piston Mountain Pack has been begging him to get rid of the ghosts he’s been dragging, and he’s finally ready to say goodbye to the things that built him. Everything happens for a reason, and going back to his old stomping grounds puts him right in the path of a girl he used to know. She’s different now, but he glimpses the same old kindness in her... -
Beauty So Golden by Lilith Vincent
You’ve made it to the Tower. Hope starts here.These are the words we say to greet the scared, the injured, the hungry, when they finally reach the last safe haven. The Tower is the only refuge from the Blighted Plague that has ravaged the land and turned the survivors into flesh-hungry animals. We are the lucky ones, and everyone else is condemned to die. Mother tells us so... -
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Spice Road by Maiya Ibrahim
The first book in an epic fantasy series for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal and Elizabeth Lim, set in an Arabian-inspired land. Raised to protect her nation from the monsters lurking in the sands, seventeen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother whose betrayal is now their greatest threat...action-adventure · audiobook · book · epic · fiction · high-fantasy · historical-fiction · magic · mystery · myths -
How to Defy a Vampire by Alice Winters
FinnStumbling into a crime scene is pretty typical for me. As a human, joining the VRC has done everything but keep me out of trouble. And now I seem to be playing a part that I’d really rather not play… if I want to keep my head, that is.By my side is my partner Marcus, a vampire who has vowed to tear the world apart—and even a mattress—to keep me safe...romance · vampires · mlm · paranormal · mystery · fantasy · lgbtq · urban-fantasy · humor · audiobook -
Defiance of the Fall 8 by TheFirstDefier, Pavi Proczko, J.F. Brink
The Twilight Ocean holds unfathomable treasures, but you need strength to seize them.Just after arriving in Twilight Harbor, Zac finds himself enlisted by the Draugr Catheya to participate in a once-in-a-millennium trial. The rewards are exactly what he needs to advance his cultivation.But danger goes hand in hand with opportunity...action-adventure · adult · audiobook · book · dark-fantasy · fiction · grim-dark · heroic-fantasy · litrpg · progression-fantasy -
The Gorgon Agenda by Lisa Shearin
A planet-killing weapon, sinister sisters, and immortal monsters.All in a day’s work for the agents of SPI.I’m Makenna Fraser, seer for SPI (Supernatural Protection & Investigations). I knew SPI protected some of the world’s most dangerous relics, but I didn’t know our draconic founder, Vivienne Sagadraco, kept them in a vault deep below Manhattan.Until the most lethal relic of all was stolen... -
Steel by Anna Hackett
His skills and ruthlessness made him a legend.The dark, dangerous former spy.Now the operative turned billionaire known as Steel collides with fiery agent Hellfire when they discover they’re both on the kill list of a deadly assassin.CIA agent Devyn “Hellfire” Hayden came from nothing and made herself into one of the CIA’s best deep-cover agents. She’s dedicated to her country...romance · military · contemporary · suspense · mystery · action-adventure · billionaire · alpha-mc · female-mc · assassins -
Lor by Lily Mayne
My role as Moric—ruler of a small and prosperous fiefdom in a quiet corner of the world—has always been painfully dull and stifling.Until a beautiful, otherworldly creature with pink skin and a mane of golden hair falls through a strange void that has appeared in my guestroom.And I am instantly captivated by him.I have never seen anything like him... -
Pursued by M. Sinclair
Five broken alphas. One lost wolf. A fate she never expected.I’d never looked into my past—never tried to discover what awaited me there.Maybe I should have.Mona’s arrival brought a whirlwind of possibility, even if her claim seemed impossible...romance · reverse-harem · paranormal · fantasy · shapeshifters · magic · new-adult · abuse · urban-fantasy · fated-mates -
The Alpha's Gamble by Eliot Grayson
Cut off from his family—and more importantly, the family fortune—Blake Castelli stakes his future on one last throw of the dice: he’ll go to Las Vegas and use his line of credit at the Morrigan casino to replenish his bank account.But the Morrigan’s under new ownership...romance · mlm · paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · contemporary · magic · lgbtq · omegaverse · enemies-to-lovers -
Their Perfect Omega by Maya Nicole
And the award for Omega of the Year goes to... me.Or at least it did, but now I'm not so sure I deserve the title I worked so hard for.When I don't match with a pack, something snaps inside of me.All the years of being the perfect omega have left me with nothing to show for it except a one-way ticket to an omega compound.So, I do the only thing I can think of… I run...romance · omegaverse · reverse-harem · paranormal · contemporary · fantasy · shapeshifters · insta-love · grumpy-sunshine · cheerful-mc -
Chosen by the Vikens by Grace Goodwin
Chosen? Hardly. Carmenhas been bringing down criminal organizations for years. When her boss tells her she is going off-world to hunt and destroy people trying to murder an adorable little princess, she jumps at the chance to prove herself. Her boss didn't mention anything about three hot-as-hell warriors who must pretend to be her mates... -
To Tempt a Witch to Sin: A Novel of Love and Magic by Nadine Mutas
Warning: Includes a charming hot mess of a demon hero, delightfully snarky banter, lots of F-bombs, spicy AF steamy scenes, and a well-behaved witch who learns to cut loose.One night. That’s all they need to get each other out of their systems.At least according to demon Tallak when he suggests a night of no-holds-barred bed sport to witch Hazel Murray...romance · demons · paranormal · magic · steamy · witches-wizards · enemies-to-lovers · humor · mystery · found-family -
Ancient Sentinel by Katie Reus
He never expected her…Jaguar shifter Ren never expected to fall for anyone again—not after the last woman he opened his heart to tried to cut it out. Literally. But the moment he met Grace, he fell fast and hard for the sweet human. Except she’s made it clear she’s only looking for friendship, and he wants it all.But he’ll do anything to claim her heart...romance · paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · dragons · supernatural · friends-to-lovers · alpha-mc · suspense · warriors -
Sweet Revenge by G.K. DeRosa
One broken human-ish girl.Twelve gorgeous supernatural bachelors.A paranormal dating game with bite. What’s a half-wolf girl to do when her fated mate rejects her? Apparently, go on a supernatural reality dating show. Twelve hunky bachelors are vying for my attention and my heart. Including my ex’s twin brother… It’s the perfect recipe for revenge...romance · fantasy · paranormal · shapeshifters · steamy · monsters · urban-fantasy · fiction · book · adult -
Knot All Is Ruined Part I by Elizabeth Knight
They told us we’d be helping our country.That we’d be preventing war.It was all one big fat lie and we believed it—until it was too late.Waking up on a bus headed for a war-torn country was just the beginning of the nightmare I couldn’t wake up from. They’d told us during our time in the Omega Care Center there was a chance we might be sent to another country if we didn’t find a pack... -
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Omega's Affinity by Cara Bryant
In a world where omegas are meant to be meek and powerless, I stand to become the strongest mage in centuries.If I survive.Magic flows through my veins–so powerful that my father locked it away. So powerful he would have destroyed me to keep me from claiming it.With the help of my sweet beta tutor and the bad boy mage I can’t seem to get over, I unwound the mystery of what my father did to me...romance · omegaverse · reverse-harem · paranormal · fantasy · mlm · magic · friends-to-lovers · plot-twist · new-adult -
A Rival Most Vial: Potioneering for Love and Profit by R.K. Ashwick
Two potion shops, one heated rivalry… until hate bubbles over into something else. Any adventurer worth their sword knows about Ambrose Beake. The proud, quiet half-elf sells the best, and only, potions in the city—until a handsome new shopkeeper named Eli opens another potion shop across the street, throwing Ambrose’s peace and ledgers far off balance... -
Forest of Scarlet by Tara Grayce
The fae snatch humans as playthings to torment.The Primrose steals them back.Vowing that no other family would endure the same fear and pain she felt when her older sister was snatched by the fae, Brigid puts on an empty-headed façade while she rescues humans in the shadowy guise of the Primrose, hero to humans, bane to the fae...adaptations · book · fiction · high-fantasy · humor · myths · religion · retellings · spirituality · young-adult -
Fortune Fae Academy: Book Three by J.R. Thorn
I’m trapped between two Alphas and I’m not sure if I’ll survive their domination games.The Elders made their move and now the future has been thrown into chaos.With Seifiek missing and Axel biding his time, I’ll delve into my studies for as long as I’m allowed at the Academy—or as long as I can survive... -
Stolen by the Orc Commander by K.L. Wyatt
A human girl set on revenge…Orcs and humans have been at war with each other for as long as Snow can remember. Orphaned as a child, she has spent her years as a tracker, known only as the ‘Hooded Bandit’ by the king’s men. Stealing anything she can in order to survive the harsh human lands of Everdean...monsters · paranormal · enemies-to-lovers · fated-mates · forced-proximity · steamy · new-adult · fiction · book · adult -
Episode Thirteen by Craig DiLouie
A ghost-hunting reality TV crew gain unprecedented access to an abandoned and supposedly haunted mansion, which promises a groundbreaking thirteenth episode, but as they uncover the secret history of the house, they learn that “reality” TV might be all too real — in Bram Stoker Award nominated author Craig DiLouie's latest heart pounding novel of horror and psychological suspense...adult · book · contemporary · dark · epistolary · fiction · ghosts · gothic · haunted-places · horror -
Alpha Attacked by Eve Langlais
This wolf is biting the bullet of love.Working in the ER, Maeve has seen some weird stuff, like the guy with numerous gunshot wounds who literally hops off the operating table and walks out. Which isn’t as strange as the people who claim they saw a wolf running out the main doors of the hospital. All par for the course on a full-moon shift...romance · paranormal · shapeshifters · fantasy · audiobook · suspense · new-adult · supernatural · drama · action-adventure -
Tale of the Deceived by Ariana Cane
“The blood will spill,The blood will flow,The blood will be the end of all.” I was human when the Gates fell and the war started. But ever since, I don't know what I am anymore.What I do know is that I possess a precious bargaining chip—my blood. And everyone wants a drop of it: vampires, werewolves, and faes... -
Trickster by Layla Fae
Loki cursed me. He kidnapped me. I won’t let him seduce me, too.When Trickster curses me, my life shatters. I can’t work, can’t cook, can’t even touch my face or body. His perverted joke makes my existence unbearable. And when it seems like I’ve hit rock bottom, it gets even worse. My nemesis kidnaps me...romance · paranormal · fantasy · monsters · steamy · supernatural · myths · enemies-to-lovers · captivity · slow-burn -
Grandmaster Arcanist by Shami Stovall
The Frith Guild. The Second Ascension. The end of an era.Volke Savan has sworn he’ll bring the Second Ascension to justice, but as the Autarch amasses power, it becomes apparent Volke’s task might not go as originally planned. God-arcanists gather on two sides of a brewing war, and the outcome of the arcane plague will determine the fate of the world...book · coming-of-age · dragons · europe · fiction · historical · medieval · mythical-creatures · myths · paranormal -
The Trouble with Trying to Love a Hellion by Jennifer Cody
Edovard:Um…I was told I’m supposed to summarize my story here, but recently I’ve learned that blurbs are hard so I’m not sure what to say.My name is Edovard Durand Folange. I’m twenty seven years old from Fresno, California, and recently I moved across the country to live with my new parents and brother...romance · mlm · paranormal · fantasy · magic · demons · humor · urban-fantasy · supernatural · polyamory -
A Kiss From a Kraken by Charlotte Swan
Melody Rivers would give anything to go back to the way things were. Before her father had bartered away the last of her late mother’s possessions to become a wealthy fisherman. One absorbed with his own selfish wants he barely has time for Melody anymore...romance · fantasy · paranormal · monsters · steamy · domestic-drama · enemies-to-lovers · alpha-mc · retellings · fiction -
I'm Just A Small Town Shifter 2 by G.S. D'Moore
A lot has changed for Kirk Jensen. He wasn’t the slightly fat, fast-food slinging, new guy anymore. His whole existence changed that night he was attacked by a bear, and joined the ranks of Kodiak Island’s shifter community. He even managed to land his dream job on the island’s police force. But Kirk is so much more than just another werewolf shifter...urban-fantasy · shapeshifters · steamy · harem · fantasy · fiction · paranormal · action-adventure · urban · romance -
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Next-Door Bear Daddy by Brittany White
I Left Snow Haven with a Broken Heart and PregnantI had been in love with the bear shifter next door practically since I was born. James always looked at me like I was a little sister. I was heartbroken when he joined the Army and left. However, when he returned, he looked at me with new eyes and saw me for the grown woman that I was...romance · shapeshifters · paranormal · kidnapping · steamy · small-town · age-gap · fantasy · demons · urban-fantasy -
All the Devils Are Here by Devyn Sinclair
I always wanted to love a monster… I just didn’t think I’d need to be stranded on an island to do it.My name is Meghan Irela, and I’ve just been fired.Not my proudest moment, but I’ll be all right. A trip to Paris is just what I need. Visit my friends, ignore my problems, and pretend I’m not completely alone...romance · paranormal · reverse-harem · monsters · fantasy · fated-mates · contemporary · shapeshifters · magic · steamy -
Claw of Attraction: A Crystal Beach Paranormal Cozy Mystery by Karen McSpade
Magic in this witch's family has a name: Trouble.Sidney Grace is trying to adjust to her new life in Crystal Beach, Florida which comes with a whole new set of challenges. Mainly, what is she going to do to support herself now and how long can she stay illegally parked at the beach? The handsome Officer Reece is tough on criminals and even tougher on witches...mystery · paranormal · cozy · small-town · witches-wizards · humor · contemporary · action-adventure · supernatural · urban-fantasy -
Beauty and the Blade by S.C. Grayson
Most London socialites dream of marrying for love or status, but Contessa’s wedding is about justice—and revenge. Nathanial Woodrow is known on the streets of London as the Beast, leader of the fearsome Lion gang who mark their victims with three slashes on their face... -
The Bauchan by J.B. Trepagnier
Apparently, I’m not a dragon. What I am is indestructible, capable of healing mortal wounds, and Alastair can never hurt me again. From what I’m understanding, he can’t even use his old tricks if he could manage to force them down my throat. I don’t know where he is, but I’m coming for him. He killed me and hurt Oisin.I’m home in the Unseelie Court...romance · reverse-harem · high-fantasy · paranormal · fiction · shapeshifters · fae · killer · friends-to-lovers · fantasy -
Purr for Purchase by V.K. Ludwig
Baby books never mentioned knotty cravings.HeatherWhat to Expect when the Omega is Expecting warned me about a lot of things when it comes to pregnancy without an alpha around. Never did it mention that I would develop romantic feelings for my balled fist. I need a knot. Or a growl. Hell, I’d do with a purr. So I call the omega distress line, shamelessly taking from the alpha operator what I need...romance · omegaverse · aliens · sci-fi · fiction · steamy · humor · angst · forced-proximity · fantasy -
Jet by Anna Fury
Escape from the Temple Maze was only the beginning…JetA psychopath tried to break me, and nothing will ever put me back together. I’m detoxing, pissed off and determined to rescue my baby brother before she breaks him too. There’s just one problem—Achaia. The voluptuous human’s sea-green gaze sets my body on fire. She’s a distraction I can’t afford, no matter how hot I burn for her...romance · omegaverse · paranormal · fantasy · reverse-harem · monsters · shapeshifters · lgbtq · steamy · dark