Halloween Romances on Kindle Unlimited
I love reading on a theme and reading seasonally. I’m not a huge Halloween girl but in the last couple years, I’ve definitely found a lot of joy in reading dark romance. I don’t read a lot of thrillers, but dark romance scratches that itch for something that pulls me out of reality and adds to some thrill to my reading life. But I also love some cheesy Hallmark-y small town vibes for Autumn!
As with all dark romance, I recommend double checking any trigger warnings (i love to use Story Graph for this as well as the authors’ websites!) and to be mindful of your reading taste. If you’re on BookTok at all, you know that people feel pretty passionately about the genres they love. I love to try genres outside my comfort zone but if it’s not for me, it doesn’t invalidate the genre!
There are a couple books that fall into the “why choose”* category as well, meaning one girl and many love interests!
*I used to refer to this as RH or Reverse Harem but I’ve since learned of some discourse on the term and will no longer be using it to respect those that were bothered by it!
A Lesson in Love and Death by W. H. Lockwood
“The day she is offered a scholarship to study literature at the beautiful, exclusive and gothic Endymion College is the happiest day of her life, but soon after arrival, Anna finds it is nothing like the brochure.
Instantly thrust into a dangerous conspiracy, sent to live in a haunted dormitory with a captivating rival, Anna struggles to keep control of her only chance at a better life and to maintain her already tenuous grip on reality.
Things soon go from bad to worse when a séance goes awry, and finding herself pursued by a terrifying spectre, Anna finds comfort and a kindred spirit in her professor of literature: young, devastatingly handsome and completely off-limits.
Anna must find a way to fight both her desire and a relentless supernatural force out for blood, all while completing her work on time to hold on to her precious scholarship.” —Amazon
A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon
“On the brink of losing her position as a maid and with no prospects to go on, the offer of a place at Rooksgrave Manor—a house of ill and unusual repute—sounds like a perfect fit for a young woman with Esther’s inclinations. Even better, the invitation comes by the hand of the handsome Dr. Underwood, a delicate gentleman with a ferocious alter ego who knows exactly what he wants from Esther.
Upon arrival, the men and the daily decadence of the manor feel too good to be true for a girl of Esther’s station. There are rules to be followed, expectations to meet, and Esther is afraid she might be too wicked even for a place like Rooksgrave.
Temptations lurk around every shadowy corner and Esther has never been a girl able to resist. But the risk of disappointing her new gentlemen isn’t all that’s threatening Esther’s new position. Rooksgrave Manor’s protections for its unusual patrons are failing, the wards are crumbling, and Esther’s new and exquisitely pleasurable life may all come tumbling down.” —Amazon
Scarred by Emily McIntire
*Scarred is a dark royal romance and the second complete standalone within The Never After Series: A collection of fractured fairy tales inspired by our favorite villains. It is not a retelling, and it is not fantasy. It has mature situations and themes which may be considered triggers for some. Reader discretion is advised.* —Amazon
Bewitched by You by Kendra Mase
“Bewitched By You is a standalone new adult contemporary romance featuring a handsome, people pleasing football player and a quirky yet disheveled modern day witch finding home in a small college town. Perfect for readers who can't resist the charm of Practical Magic or the sweet swoons of a romantic comedy with an emotional happily ever after.” —Amazon
Ghost: The Halloween Boys by Kat Blackthorne
“The grown up ghost story for anyone who loves Halloween and is ready to meet and fall in love with their new favorite monster.
Tricks and treats lurk around every jack o'lantern and gravestone in this grown up Halloween themed paranormal monster romance. Meet witches, vampires, wolves, and ghouls, and maybe a few odd birds and pirates too. Sink your teeth into this paranormal urban fantasy romance and get ready for all the Halloween vibes.
Come to Ash Grove with an open mind, choose your mask, sit, and stay a spell... if you dare.
Ghost: The Halloween Boys is book one in a monster romance why-choose series. There will be no choosing between the love interests, though they're each possessive, and it will be a journey to get to their final pairings. Dual POV, spicy, and spooky, intended for ages 18+.” —Amazon
Awkward in October by Theresa Yea
“My name is Theodora Dy. I’m single and live with my parents. I may be existing, but I sure as hell am not thriving. I want more out of life before resigning myself to decrepit spinsterhood. I want adventures and mistakes, balmy summer nights and stirring rooftop conversations. I want a beautiful romance. Like something ripped straight out of the pages of The Witch of Blackbird Pond, my favorite book of all time. But that’s all wishful thinking until I commit to a dramatic change. So I quit my job. Purchased a cheap old house sight unseen and booked a one-way ticket to Connecticut where autumn is in full swing and Halloween is just around the corner. I may be living my best life, but I’m in over my head. My fixer upper is falling apart and my big stupid gesture is sucking my bank account dry. Fortunately, my grumpy neighbor, Carter, knows a thing or two about repairing ‘money pits’ (his words, not mine) He’s perfectly practical in every way. I’m a hopeless romantic. We’re as opposite as two people can be. But unbeknownst to him or me…In October any wonderful unexpected thing might be possible. Even the beginning of a beautiful romance.” —Amazon
My Blind Date is a Vampire by Daphne Bloom
“Nursing a broken heart, Julia takes a job far away from home in the little town of Mystic Cove. She has no interest in dating, at least for a while, but the eccentric old lady who owns the local bookstore seems to have other ideas. Julia finally agrees to ONE date. She's surprised when things with her enigmatic blind date go well, but will she face even more heartbreak when she finds out her blind date is a vampire?” —Amazon
Specifically a closed door Romance
The Vampire’s Mail Order Bride by Kristen Painter
“Welcome to Nocturne Falls, the town that celebrates Halloween 365 days a year. The tourists think it's all a show: the vampires, the werewolves, the witches, the occasional gargoyle flying through the sky. But the supernaturals populating the town know better. Living in Nocturne Falls means being yourself. Fangs, fur, and all. After seeing her maybe-mobster boss murder a guy, Delaney James assumes a new identity and pretends to be a mail order bride. She finds her groom-to-be living in a town that celebrates Halloween every day. Weird. But not as weird as what she doesn’t know. Her groom-to-be is a 400-year-old vampire. Hugh Ellingham has only agreed to the arranged set up to make his overbearing grandmother happy. In thirty days, whatever bridezilla shows up at his door will be escorted right back out. His past means love is no longer an option. Not if the woman’s going to have a future. Except he never counted on Delaney and falling in love for real. Too bad both of them are keeping some mighty big secrets...” —Amazon
Their Monstrous Nature by Honor St. Jean
“I broke into a haunted house, and its monsters intend to break me in return.
When I accepted a dare to spend the night in a haunted house on Halloween, little did I know that the horrors inside weren’t just urban legends. As I careen from room to room and fright to fright, my body betrays me until I can’t tell the difference between horror and pleasure. Will I survive the night in this terrifying house, or will I lose my heart, and my life, to the terrifying creatures intent on revenge for their entrapment?
Their Monstrous Natures is a, short, and sexy standalone novella with a happily-ever-after at the end for our heroine and her monsters. It is 13k words, so is necessarily fast burning. It is a dark romance intended for adult audiences.” —Amazon
Promises and Pomegranates by Sav R. Miller
“*Promises and Pomegranates is a full-length, standalone, dark contemporary romance inspired by the Hades and Persephone myth. It is NOT fantasy or a literal retelling. It contains mature language, themes, and content that may not be suitable for all readers. Reader discretion is advised.” —Amazon
I’m always looking for more KU recs, so let me know your favorites!