2026 Most Anticipated Horror Romance Books
- Maddison
- Nov 15
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 15
Love hurts. Sometimes it haunts. 2026 is summoning a new wave of horror romance that doesn’t just flirt with fear—it devours it. These upcoming releases promise blood-stained passion, twisted soulmates, and monsters you’ll beg to love you back. Whether you crave psychological torment, supernatural seduction, or morally gray madness, these books are ready to ruin your sleep and steal your heart.
Let’s descend into the dark.
Horror Romance Picks for 2026 -
My Dreadful Darling by H.D. Carlton – March 20, 2026
A dark, obsessive romance with psychological horror undertones. Fans of Haunting Adeline are already bracing for impact.
Hunt the Villain by Rina Kent – March 24, 2026
MM mafia romance meets emotional devastation. Vaughn and Yulian’s enemies-to-lovers arc is pure chaos and craving.
Trad Wife by Saratoga Schaefer – February 10, 2026
A chilling domestic horror with twisted maternal obsession and supernatural consequences.
Of Ink and Alchemy by Paisley Hope – 2026 TBD
A darkly magical world of secrets, passion, and power. First in the Black Rabbit series.
Dove by Paisley Hope – 2026 TBD
Book two in the Soldiers of Bedlam series. A gritty MC romance with horror-laced vengeance and forbidden desire.
The Last King of Faerie by Cassandra Clare – 2026 TBD
While more romantasy than horror, this debut in The Wicked Powers series promises dark fae politics and twisted love.
Light Wielder by Rachel Schneider – 2026 TBD
Book two in the Fire & Metal series. Expect elemental magic, emotional torment, and morally gray romance.
A War of Wyverns by S.F. Williamson – January 6, 2026
A rebellion in the shadows, with fantasy horror vibes and slow-burn romance. These stories don’t just whisper—they scream. As 2026 unfolds, let your shelves bleed with passion, power, and the kind of love that leaves scars. Bookmark these titles, brace yourself, and remember: in horror romance, the heart is never safe.
Until next time Beloves.
Comments