If you liked the high-stakes drama and sizzling romance of Fourth Wing, Jennifer L. Armentrout's From Blood and Ash might draw you in. Poppy, sheltered and protected as the Chosen One, lives bound by tradition until her carefully crafted existence cracks open.
Vampires, wolven, and dark political games dominate this intense story. Poppy's transformation from innocence to strength echoes Violet's journey in Fourth Wing.
Expect loads of tension, gripping action scenes, and steamy romance, all wrapped in a captivating twist-filled plot.
Sarah J. Maas brings a vivid world of Faeries, power struggles, and compelling romances in A Court of Thorns and Roses. Feyre Archeron finds herself swept away from poverty into the dazzling yet perilous land of the Fae.
Feyre must navigate complex court politics, dangerous spells, and shifting alliances. Maas excels at creating fully-realized characters with irresistible chemistry, especially in the enemies-to-lovers arc.
The stakes stay high, emotions run deep, and the romance simmers, all things fans of Fourth Wing will appreciate.
Shelby Mahurin's Serpent & Dove serves a great blend of fantasy, humor, and romance. It pairs a spirited witch named Lou with Reid, a disciplined witch hunter.
Forced into an unlikely marriage, they must overcome their initial hatred while confronting secrets, conspiracies, and magical threats. The tropes here—enemies-to-lovers, hidden identities, reluctant alliances—resonate strongly with Fourth Wing fans.
Expect sharp dialogues, a well-crafted magical setting, and intense romantic chemistry. Mahurin delivers characters you'll root for from start to finish.
Jude Duarte, the cunning heroine of Holly Black's The Cruel Prince, grows up human among merciless Fae royalty. Eager to belong and claim her power, Jude navigates deadly court intrigues, betrayals, and shifting allegiances.
Factor in intense political maneuvers, morally grey characters, and a complicated enemies-to-lovers dynamic. Jude's sharp, resourceful nature matches Violet’s resilience in Fourth Wing. Every twist challenges the characters—and readers—to stay alert.
Black's storytelling draws you into a complex fantasy world you'll have trouble leaving behind.
Iron Flame continues Violet's journey directly after Fourth Wing, expanding on the turbulent politics, vivid dragon lore, and intense romance that captivated readers initially. Violet's struggles deepen, the stakes climb higher, and unexpected alliances emerge.
Yarros keeps the pacing tight, the drama intense, and the emotional payoff satisfying. Fans who fell for Violet's bravery, the nuanced world-building, and intricate relationships in the first book will eagerly embrace this sequel.
Celaena Sardothien shines bright as the tough, capable protagonist in Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass. The story kicks off with Celaena—a feared assassin—pulled from prison into a deadly competition intended to select a new royal assassin.
As the trials unfold, magical conspiracies surface, rebellion stirs, and romance blossoms. Maas's storytelling gives readers an adventure filled with memorable characters, magical thrills, and slow-building romance.
The strong heroine and life-or-death stakes offer plenty for Fourth Wing fans to enjoy here.
Carissa Broadbent's The Serpent and the Wings of Night plunges readers into a brutal competition where vampires battle to the death. Oraya, the adopted human daughter of a vampire king, competes facing prejudice and mortal dangers.
Alongside major action, political maneuvering, and spectacular world-building, you'll find richly layered enemies-to-lovers romance. The dangers remain constant, the romance intoxicatingly tense, and Oraya’s resilience resonates strongly with Violet's character in Fourth Wing.
This one’s tough to put down.
If you enjoyed the blend of fantasy academies, high tension, and intensity in Fourth Wing, the Zodiac Academy series might catch your attention.
Twins Darcy and Tory find themselves at an academy for supernatural royalty, battling cruel classmates and uncovering dark secrets of power and their past.
With multiple perspectives, complex relationships, and elements of dark romance, this series explores themes of power struggles, relentless bullies, and alluring danger. It's a darker, steamier take on the magical academy trope.
Inspired by the myth of King Midas, Raven Kennedy's Gild dives into a world saturated by dangerous allure and manipulation. The protagonist, Auren, starts as a prisoner, her whole world glittering gold under Midas's rule.
Over time, layers peel back, and Auren's strength and understanding deepen. The book features character-driven storytelling with plenty of spice, progressively dark and layered characters, and emotional transformation.
Fans of Fourth Wing's intense emotional stakes and character journeys will find plenty to enjoy here.
His Majesty's Dragon takes readers into an alternate history where dragons fight alongside humans during the Napoleonic Wars.
This one’s lighter on romance but heavy on dragon lore, battle strategy, and deep bonding between dragons and their riders—a relationship much like that between Violet and her dragon in Fourth Wing.
Novik’s attention to historical detail, gripping aerial combat scenes, and character-driven storytelling produce something truly unique. Readers intrigued by dragon-human dynamics will appreciate this fresh take on the trope.
When Emilia's twin sister turns up murdered, Emilia dives headfirst into a dangerous game involving witches, demons, and deals sealed in blood in Kingdom of the Wicked.
Set amidst mouthwatering food descriptions and darker forms of magic, the heroine finds herself allied reluctantly with Wrath, a Prince of Hell. Steamy romance, intriguing enemies-to-lovers tension, and spine-tingling intrigue push this story forward.
Readers who enjoyed high emotional intensity and dark fantasy elements in Fourth Wing might love Emilia’s gripping journey here.
Spark of the Everflame sets its story in a prestigious academy focused on elemental magic and deadly competition. Readers follow young characters facing trials that test their moral fiber, courage, and loyalty.
Evocative writing weaves romance, friendships, and secrets into an immersive experience. The slow-burn romantic development pairs well with character growth happening throughout gripping challenges.
Readers who enjoyed academy trials and a steady romantic build-up in Fourth Wing will likely find themselves glued to this book.
Alexandra Christo’s fairy-tale-inspired To Kill a Kingdom brings readers a dark romance between Lyra, the ruthless siren princess, and Elian, the cunning prince who's sworn to hunt her kind. As enemies become reluctant allies, tension mounts, secrets unravel, and sparks fly.
With vivid storytelling and complex characters, Christo's standalone reads sharply and swiftly. Readers who loved Fourth Wing's fierce protagonist and edge-of-your-seat romance will latch onto Lyra's adventure filled with romance and danger.
In Powerless, trials ceremonially force unpowered citizens through deadly tests within a rigid caste system. Paired with meaningful friendships and forbidden romance, Roberts crafts gripping stakes, intense moments, and moving character journeys.
The protagonist's determined push against unfair traditions resonates similarly to Violet’s challenges in Fourth Wing.
Readers seeking trials, rebellion against oppressive systems, and genuine emotion-packed romance might find themselves unable to let go once this story grabs hold.
Hannah Nicole Maehrer's Assistant to the Villain blends cozy romance, humor, and fantasy into a delightful, warmly funny read.
A cheerfully optimistic assistant finds herself managing the affairs of a notoriously grumpy villain, resulting in playful interactions and witty banter.
Although lighter in tone compared to Fourth Wing, the engaging character relationships, irresistible romance, and amusing dynamics make it a treat to read. It's a perfect pick for when you crave rom-com charm mixed in with fantasy elements.