10 Must-Read M/M Historical Romantasy Books That Will Make You Swoon

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These amazing M/M historical fantasy novels are just the thing if you’ve got an itch that needs to be scratched. 

So, get ready because I promise that while these books are far from time travel pieces, they’ll definitely transport you to a completely different time and place. 

There’s everything from fast-paced steampunk books to sweet romance that will torture you with unrequited love and secret crushes. 

1. A Marvelous Light by Freya Marske

Marvellous light

Set in an alternative Edwardian England, this magical M/M comedy follows a baronet appointed as a liaison to a secret magical society. 

Together with a hostile counterpart, they uncover a plot threatening all magicians in the British Isles.

2. Timekeeper by Tara Sim

Timekeeper

This steampunk M/M book is set in an alternate Victorian world that is controlled by clock towers.

And the story revolves around a prodigy mechanic’s quest to rescue his father and find out more mysterious bombings jeopardizing England, and a romance that challenges the foundations of time.

3. Deosil by Jordan L. Hawk

Deosil

Whyborne and Griffin face their greatest challenge as they race against time to stop the return of dangerous entities and ultimately decide the fate of the world with the help of their friends.

Loved every bit of this M/M historical book (I gobbled it up in seconds), and I know you will too if you’ve been looking for something super thrilling that’s just as heartwarming. 

4. The Arrangement by Alex Jane

The arrangment

Set in 1895 New York, Gabriel Webster enters a marriage of convenience with Nathaniel Hayward, the Alpha he has secretly loved for years. 

Trapped in an unexpected arrangement, Gabriel soon finds out that sometimes unexpected beginnings can lead to something beautiful.

5. By Fairy Means or Foul by Meghan Maslow

By fairy means or foul

In this M/M historical fantasy, Twig Starfig, a half-dragon, half-fairy PI, sets out on a comedic adventure to retrieve a stolen enchanted horn.

And, he’s accompanied by a charming unicorn and a cheeky human sidekick – sounds fun, right? 

6. A Case of Possession by KJ Charles

A case of possession

Lord Crane and magician Stephen Day must protect their love even as they fear their secret will be revealed.

But when  Stephen is tasked with investigating a plague of giant rats, the risk of losing everything grows and Crane faces a dilemma.

7. A Curse of Scales and Flames by Max Walker

A curse of scales and Flames

Damien Blackthorne wants to stop a dragon-killing curse, but when Robby Diaz appears, things become even more complicated. 

8. The High King’s Golden Tongue by Meghan Derr

The high Kings golden tongue

Prince Allen’s training to become the High King’s consort fails when he’s rejected. 

Meanwhile, High King Sarrica needs help because they’re in warring times and with a delicate politician thrown into the mix, everything becomes all the more complicated. 

This is yet another simple brilliant M/M fantasy book with romance that will keep you glued for hours and you’ll enjoy reading. 

9. Witchmark by C.L. Polk

Witchmark cl polk

In a world reminiscent of Edwardian England, Miles Singer, marked by magic, wants to live his own life. 

And after faking his death, he becomes a doctor and starts investigating a patient’s murder.

This ultimately leads him on a journey filled with family and unexpected love.

10. Deven and the Dragon by Eliot Grayson

Deven and the dragon

In this book, Deven’s mission to convince a dragon, Fiora, to give up a magical scale becomes complicated by lies, seduction, and Fiora’s curse.


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Preye

Hi! I'm Preye ("pre" as in "prepare" and "ye" as in "Kanye"), and I am a lifelong book lover who enjoys talking about books and sharing bits and pieces of all the fascinating things I come across. I love books so much that I decided to become a developmental editor, and right now, I work with authors to help them tell their stories better. On this blog, I share everything from book recommendations to book reviews and writing tips, so feel free to stop by anytime you like!

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