🔥 Viral Dark Romance Books of 2025

1. Phantom by H.D. Carlton

A haunting WWII-era tale where a woman trapped in a loveless marriage finds herself drawn to a mysterious mobster haunting her estate. Carlton, known for Haunting Adeline, delivers another intoxicating blend of danger and desire. ​Trilogyofromance

2. My Dark Prince by L.J. Shen & Parker S. Huntington

This twisted, Sleeping Beauty-inspired romance features a woman marrying a man she barely remembers—and a billionaire antihero determined to keep her in the dark. A dark, second-chance love story with high stakes and betrayal. ​Trilogyofromance

3. Scythe & Sparrow by Brynne Weaver

The final book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy, this dark romantic comedy pairs a circus performer with a reclusive doctor in small-town Nebraska. Murder, mischief, and emotional healing collide in this spicy, offbeat finale. ​Trilogyofromance

4. Alchemised by SenLinYu

A reimagining of the viral fanfic Manacled, this dystopian dark romance follows a memory-wiped resistance healer and a necromancer High Reeve. Expect emotional devastation, morally gray characters, and a gripping, original plot. ​Business Insider

5. Kiss the Villain by Rina Kent

A BookTok favorite, this enemies-to-lovers romance features a morally ambiguous antihero and a heroine caught in a web of secrets and obsession. Perfect for fans of dark academia and twisted love stories. ​

📚 Bonus: BookTok Favorites Still Trending

• Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton
  The original viral hit that introduced many readers to dark romance, featuring a stalker antihero and a gothic atmosphere.​

• The Mindf*ck Series by S.T. Abby
  A serial killer heroine and the FBI agent hunting her—this series is a whirlwind of suspense and forbidden love.​

• Twisted Love by Ana Huang
  Part of the Twisted series, this book blends spice with emotional depth. The series is being adapted into a Netflix show, further fueling its popularity. ​