Recs if you like The Ordeals...

Fantasy romance and romantasy with at least one MMC who doesn't fit the Shadow Daddy archetype in one way or another.

I'm talking genuinely kind and caring heroes, nerdy or academic interests, or a body type that isn't tall and jacked. (No climbing these men like trees here!) Only men who are sad wet cats, sweet cinnamon rolls, or pathetic losers allowed 💖

Inspired by buttercheese69's forum post on the topic.

here are some romantasy recs you may have not heard before!

true dark academia that ranges from fantastical/supernatural to psychological literary fiction

I love plot-forward fantasy with a lil romance 🫶🏻

So if you’re looking for a fantasy book that’s got a unique magic system and a well-crafted plot (with varying degrees of romance), then maybe these will be for you!

Recommendations are welcome, I’m always on the hunt for more to read !!

Tier 4 of the Disturbing Novel iceberg, inspired by the disturbing movie iceberg.

This Tier contains significant gore, taboo topics, and is not for the faint of heart.

All the 2025 BOTM monthly, add on, and Allurial titles

Mind, body, spirit, and 🐱, the holy quadrinity needed him

Ongoing

The trials/tournament/competition trope in fantasy and sci-fi books

Series I have on my shelves that I have not read (they are watching me…..)