It’s time to get cozy with some claws, tentacles, and tusks—because for this week’s Romanceopoly prompt, we’re exploring monster romance! In this episode of Reading Under the Covers, a romance novel podcast, I’m sharing five spicy, swoony, and emotionally-charged monster romance recs that are perfect for the Krampus Night prompt on the Amber Heights (Fall) section of your Romanceopoly board.

Whether you’re new to the monster romance genre or already obsessed, these picks bring a little bit of everything: fated mates, forbidden love, quirky sci-fi, and primal bonds. Here’s what we’re covering:

Books Mentioned:

1. Guarded by the Kraken by Cassie Alexander

Trope: Grumpy/sunshine, forced telepathic bond, bodyguard romance

Vibes: Tentacled hero, deep-sea danger, emotional healing

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2. Lessons with the Mothman by Kathryn Moon

Trope: Reverse grumpy/sunshine, academic research, monster/human pairing

Vibes: Playful, emotionally awkward hero, monster softboi energy

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3. Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon

Trope: Marriage of convenience, hidden identity, rut tension

Vibes: Fantasy adventure, magical artifacts, cinnamon roll minotaur husband

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4. Ensnared by Tiffany Roberts

Trope: Fated mates, survival, primal possession

Vibes: Jungle setting, spider alien, darker themes, intense bond

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5. I Think I’m in Love with an Alien by Ann Aguirre

Trope: Nerdy girl meets alien, convention romance, opposites attract

Vibes: Adorkable, sci-fi rom-com, quirky and fun with hidden depth

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• What Is Monster Romance? Beginner’s Guide
• Best Monster Romance Books to Read Right Now
• Romanceopoly Reading Challenge Info & Board

What’s your favorite monster romance? Have you read any of these or are they going on your TBR?

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