Fantasy/Paranormal Book Boyfriends
Fantasy Romance continued to have a big year in 2021, and I enjoyed every minute of it, obviously. Fantasy book boyfriends are kind of a cut above the rest, what with the immortalness, the uh enhanced abilities, the attentiveness, well really I’m sure you’re picking up what I’m trying to put down here.
Also like I mentioned way back in my 2021 Fantasy Romance best of list, I’m not throwing down who my pick is between Rowan and Rhys, which isn’t a cop out, I’m just keeping that sh*t to myself
Here are my (imperfect) picks for the best fantasy / paranormal book boyfriends.
Brishen Khaskem
I picked up Radiance early last year, after a few folks on r/romancebooks kept gushing over it. And I’m so glad I did. Almost right away Brishen is so freaking adorable, and his friendship and trust with Idilko is so, so special. You’ll love Brishen as a BB because he ALWAYS has your back. He trusts, respects and honours you and your heart daily. Which, like swoon am I right?
Find and fall in love with Brishen here.
Gion of the Water House
I clearly have a bit of a “type” when it comes to fantasy BB’s. I like the giant, scary will kill everyone types that are so soft for the sunshine-y LI. Also pining. Gion definitely falls into this camp. He’s realm known as the most terrifying, terrible, awful murderous killer there is. But he’s secretly obsessed with you, so no need to freak out. He’s a man of action, and will show you with his mind, heart, body and powers how he feels about you. And, spoiler alert: it’s hot af.
Find and fall in love with Gion here.
Hades (from Lore Olympus)
Continuing my scary broad shouldered misunderstood type, here we have Rachel Smythe’s interpretation of Hades. He’s such a cinnamon roll. He’s an animal lover. Will put your health and safety first, and is so tender. He’ll let you take over his kitchen, pool and you’ll love spending time with this home-body, because wherever he is, you’re home. You’ll bring good perspective to his life, and he’ll always stand behind you when you need it the most.
Find and fall in love with Hades here or here
Garreth and/or Bowen MacRieve
As heavily documented, and in honor of Munro, launching this week. No BB list would be complete without at least one MacRieve man. Look. I couldn’t make my mind up. I love Garreth and Bowen equally. They are flawed, guys that will do everything in their power to keep you safe, loved and taken care of. Their protectiveness, while a little stifling, comes from their Lykae nature and something that definitely will grow on you as your relationship progresses. They are sassy, athletic, fun and always ready to snuggle up with you.
Find and fall in love with Garreth here and Bowen here.
Samael Veles
Look, I’m nothing if not consistent and predictable. Samael is really yet another version of the guy I always seem to be insanely stupid over in fantasy-romances. He’s the guy that is terrifying. He’s leading an army of dragon shifters, he feels undeserving of love. And he’s going to risk it all because he loves the absolute sh*t out of you. You’ll need to be patient with him and work on his tendencies to sacrifice his happiness for duty, but once you get through that together, you’re destined to centuries of love, pampering and dragon cuddles.
Find and fall in love with Samael here.