Welcome to your monthly cosmic book binge, where I match each zodiac sign with one spellbinding Romantasy read that fits your star born vibe. These aren’t just any fantasy books with a side of smooching, these are the epic, emotional, slow burn (or scorch the pages) love stories that live in magical worlds and take up permanent residence in your soul.
So whether you’re a dragon slaying Leo or a dreamy Pisces with a dagger under the bed, I’ve got your next otherworldly obsession queued up.
Let’s start with my fellow birthday queens themselves…
The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon
on August 20, 2013
Published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / General, Fiction / Fantasy / Paranormal, Fiction / Fantasy / Urban, Fiction / General
Pages: 384
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♌ Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon
A clairvoyant fugitive in a dystopian London hides in a secret paranormal underworld. Powerful alliances, rebellion, and romance born in the resistance. Big, bold, and destined for Leo sized drama.
Silver in the Wood by Emily Tesh
on June 18, 2019
Published by Tor Publishing Group Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / Gaslamp, Fiction / Fantasy / Romance, Fiction / LGBTQ+ / Gay
Pages: 112
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♍ Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Silver in the Wood by Emily Tesh
A quiet forest spirit and a bold folklore scholar find each other in a tale of myth, transformation, and old magic. It's subtle, lyrical, and Virgo level intentional.
The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert
on March 26, 2019
Published by Flatiron Books Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Dark Fantasy
Pages: 400
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♎ Libra (September 23 – October 22)
The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert
Dark fairytales bleed into real life as Alice is pulled into a world of shadow and stories. Libras will love the beauty, balance, and twisted magic of this tale.
A Crown of Wishes by Roshani Chokshi
on March 28, 2017
Published by St. Martin's Publishing Group Genres: Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic, Juvenile Fiction / Royalty, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Pages: 384
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♏ Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
A Crown of Wishes by Roshani Chokshi
Two enemies bound by a deadly tournament must face their desires, and each other. Mythic, romantic, and emotionally feral. Scorpio will inhale every line.
The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne
on May 4, 2021
Published by Orbit Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / Action & Adventure, Fiction / Fantasy / Dragons & Mythical Creatures, Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Pages: 528
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♐ Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne
Set in a Norse inspired world where gods are dead and their legacy lingers in blood and ruin. War. Monsters. Vengeance. And a romance forged in battle. Sag will ride this wild storm willingly.
From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
on March 30, 2020
Published by Blue Box Press Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / Epic, Fiction / Romance / Fantasy
Pages: 613
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♑ Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Prophecies. Forbidden desire. Betrayal and war. This book is structured chaos that Capricorns will respect, where ambition meets temptation and loyalty meets lust.
A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
on August 5, 2025
Published by Penguin Random House LLC Genres: Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic, Juvenile Fiction / General, Young Adult Fiction / Family / Siblings
Pages: 368
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♒ Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
Two sisters must battle to the death for the throne. Blood magic, brutal choices, and a rebellion fueled by love. Aquarius will eat up the rebellion, strategy, and magical revolution.
The Bone Witch by Rin Chupeco
on March 7, 2017
Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Dark Fantasy, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Wizards & Witches
Pages: 448
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♓ Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
The Bone Witch by Rin Chupeco
A necromancer girl banished for resurrecting her brother must master death magic in a world that fears her. Emotional, mystical, and full of soul deep longing, Pisces, this one’s yours.
Kingdom of the Wicked Complete Trilogy by Kerri Maniscalco
on May 4, 2023
Published by Hodder & Stoughton Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / Dark Fantasy, Fiction / Fantasy / General, Fiction / Fantasy / Historical, Fiction / Fantasy / Romance, Fiction / Romance / Fantasy
Pages: 1296
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♈ Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco
When her sister is murdered, Emilia summons a demon prince to find answers. The tension simmers, the magic scorches, and the stakes feel personal. This bold, vengeful ride is peak Aries energy.
Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik
on July 10, 2018
Published by Random House Worlds Genres: Fiction / Action & Adventure, Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Format: eBook
Pages: 480
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♉ Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik
Debt, magic, and reluctant transformation. A fairytale retelling grounded in strength, sensual language, and fierce slow burn power. Taurus will fall for its steady unraveling and atmospheric richness.
Soul Of The Sword by Julie Kagawa
on June 27, 2019
Published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Fiction / Romance / Fantasy, Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic, Young Adult Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Young Adult Fiction / Diversity & Multicultural, Young Adult Fiction / Dystopian, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Pages: 384
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♊ Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Soul of the Sword by Julie Kagawa
Demons, ancient legends, and magic swords, Gemini thrives in duality, and this book’s shifting alliances and layered mythology will keep your brain buzzing and your heart racing.
Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore
on January 19, 2021
Published by Penguin Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic, Young Adult Fiction / LGBTQ
Pages: 528
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♋ Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore
A telepathic fox. A girl grieving a lie. A kingdom hiding secrets. Cancer will ache for the emotional nuance and the unspoken tenderness folded into this chilly, magical tale.
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Whether you’re breathing fire like a Leo or feeling the moon’s pull like a Pisces, this month’s romantasy lineup delivers the perfect blend of magic, mayhem, and melt your heart moments. Every book here is more than just a story, it’s an invitation to escape, to believe, and to fall headfirst into a love that defies the stars. So grab your sign’s pick (or your moon sign’s if you’re feeling wild), pour some tea, and prepare to get ruined… in the best way.
🫶🏼 – Ali
