BookKushiel’s DartJacqueline CareyKushiel’s Dart
A courtly epic of espionage, devotion, and dangerous politics led by a heroine trained to notice what others miss.
Dark fantasyPolitical intrigueCompetent female main character (FMC)
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BookKushiel’s DartJacqueline Carey
BookPaladin’s GraceT. KingfisherPaladin’s Grace
Two kind, capable adults find each other amid murders, perfume, awkwardness, and the aftermath of a fallen god.
No love triangleCozyCompetent female main character (FMC)
BookReign & RuinJ. D. EvansReign & Ruin
SPFBO winner with intellectual romantic tension and a gorgeous Ottoman-inspired magic system most romantasy never reaches for.
Enemies to loversIntellectual connectionMutual pining
Swordheart
A practical widow accidentally summons an immortal swordsman and sets out on a funny, tender road trip.
No love triangleCozyHumor