Another month, another chance to fall headfirst into fantasy worlds laced with slow-burn chemistry, high stakes quests, and magic that cuts deeper than betrayal. September’s zodiac lineup is pure Romantasy perfection, tailored to your sign’s essence and mood.
Whether you’re an Aries craving fierce ambition or a Pisces swimming in emotional undercurrents, I’ve conjured up one unputdownable romantasy rec per sign.
Let’s get into it…
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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♈ Aries: A Crown of Wishes by Roshani Chokshi
This one’s for the bold. Aries will devour the fierce banter, ancient magic, and fierce trials between a warrior princess and a prince of a rival kingdom. It’s fast, fiery, and full of myth soaked stakes, just like you.
Serpent and Dove 2-Book Box Set by Shelby Mahurin
on July 27, 2021
Published by HarperCollins Publishers Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Coming of Age, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Adaptations, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Anthologies, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Historical, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Romance, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Wizards & Witches, Young Adult Fiction / Girls & Women, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / General, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / Historical, Young Adult Fiction / Science Fiction / Romance
Pages: 1104
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♉ Taurus: Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
For the loyal and indulgent Taurus, this witch/witch hunter, forced marriage romance delivers rich worldbuilding, slow burn spice, and characters you’ll want to wrap up in a cozy blanket.
Twin Crowns by Catherine Doyle, Katherine Webber
on May 17, 2022
Published by HarperCollins Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Coming of Age, Young Adult Fiction / Family / Blended Families, Young Adult Fiction / Family / Siblings, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Romance, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Wizards & Witches, Young Adult Fiction / Girls & Women, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / Romantic Comedy, Young Adult Fiction / Royalty
Pages: 480
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♊ Gemini: Twin Crowns by Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber
Duality, destiny, and deception? Sounds like a Gemini’s dream. With two sisters, one crow, this dual POV romantasy sparkles with secrets, sisterhood, and political rebellion.
The Winter Duke by Claire Eliza Bartlett
on March 3, 2020
Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Dark Fantasy, Young Adult Fiction / LGBTQ, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / LGBTQ, Young Adult Fiction / Royalty
Pages: 432
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♋ Cancer: The Winter Duke by Claire Eliza Bartlett
Emotional depth meets court intrigue. Cancers will vibe hard with this tale of reluctant leadership, icy magic, and family loyalty. It’s introspective, lush, and quietly powerful.
The Stardust Thief by Chelsea Abdullah
on May 17, 2022
Published by Orbit Genres: Fiction / Fantasy / Action & Adventure, Fiction / Fantasy / Dragons & Mythical Creatures, Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Pages: 480
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♌ Leo: The Stardust Thief by Chelsea Abdullah
A tale as radiant as Leo energy. Magic lamps, desert spirits, and powerful storytelling swirl together in this Middle Eastern inspired romantasy. Bold, daring, and dripping with flair.
The Bone Spindle by Leslie Vedder
on January 11, 2022
Published by Penguin Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Adaptations, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / LGBTQ
Pages: 416
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♍ Virgo: The Bone Spindle by Leslie Vedder
Clever, efficient Virgos, meet your match. This gender flipped Sleeping Beauty retelling features a cursed prince, a treasure hunting heroine, and a romance wrapped in cursed thorns and action.
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
on April 4, 2023
Published by St. Martin's Publishing Group Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Romance, Young Adult Fiction / Magical Realism, Young Adult Fiction / War & Military
Pages: 368
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♎ Libra: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
A Libra’s romantic, poetic soul will be swept away by this typewriter driven love story set in a wartime fantasy world. Dual correspondence, enemies to lovers, and lyrical prose? Yes please.
A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
on February 16, 2021
Published by Penguin Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Family / Siblings, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / General, Young Adult Fiction / People & Places / Africa
Pages: 384
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♏ Scorpio: A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
Powerful, secretive Scorpios will resonate with this dark North African inspired world of blood magic, betrayal, and political rivalry. It’s fierce and filled with deadly ambition.
Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley
on March 16, 2021
Published by Henry Holt and Company (BYR) Genres: Young Adult Fiction / People & Places / Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island, Young Adult Fiction / Thrillers & Suspense / Crime
Pages: 320
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♐ Sagittarius: The Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley
While more of a contemporary/fantasy hybrid, this mystery infused story with Indigenous heritage, resilience, and identity will hit home for freedom-loving Sags who crave truth, justice, and a heroine who won’t back down.
The Queen's Assassin by Melissa de la Cruz
on February 4, 2020
Published by Penguin Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / General, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / General, Young Adult Fiction / Royalty
Pages: 384
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♑ Capricorn: The Queen’s Assassin by Melissa de la Cruz
Driven and disciplined Capricorns will appreciate this romantasy rooted in duty, secrets, and a reluctant mentor assassin romance. It’s sharp, secretive, and all about honor and ambition.
This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi
on February 1, 2022
Published by HarperCollins Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Diversity & Multicultural, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Adaptations, Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, Young Adult Fiction / Family / General, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Historical, Young Adult Fiction / Girls & Women, Young Adult Fiction / People & Places / Middle East, Young Adult Fiction / Romance / Historical, Young Adult Fiction / Royalty
Pages: 528
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♒ Aquarius: This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi
A hidden queen. A forbidden romance. A prophecy that could upend an empire. Aquarians will love this tale that questions fate and blurs the lines between myth and revolution.
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh
on February 22, 2022
Published by Feiwel & Friends Genres: Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Epic, Young Adult Fiction / Fantasy / Romance
Pages: 336
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♓ Pisces: The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh
Soft-hearted Pisces, this lyrical Korean myth retelling is tailor made for your dreamy soul. Sacrifice, sea gods, and star crossed love combine into a beautifully melancholic fantasy.
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Final Thoughts
September’s Romantasy picks are a tapestry of fierce heroines, forbidden love, mythologies, and magic, all perfectly aligned with your zodiac destiny. If you’re like me and want to read all twelve, I won’t judge… I’ll just pour us both a cup of chai and grab the blanket.
Stay magical, stay bookish, and remember…
You’re not just reading stories. You’re living them.
🫶🏼 – Ali
