January 2024 Fantasy Book Releases

Crescent City shivers on the brink. Bryce Quinlan, our half-Fae heroine, yearns for home – for Midgard, for Hunt. But she’s stranded, alone, in a strange and unforgiving world.

Hunt, stripped of his freedom and his love, rots in an Asteri dungeon. Fear gnaws at him – has Bryce fallen too? Their world teeters on collapse, the fate of every realm clinging to a flickering hope. Secrets whisper from the stars, promising salvation if only they can find their way back to each other.

In the witching hour of London, shadows whisper secrets, and danger lurks around every cobblestone corner. Three girls, each marked by darkness, find their destinies entwined in a thrilling dance with forbidden magic.

Zara, consumed by grief and rage after her sister’s brutal murder, seeks solace in the occult, willing to pay any price for a chance at revenge. Jude, cursed by a demon’s bargain, watches her life wither away as monstrous shadows cling to her every step. And Emer, a witch with a haunted past, sells whispered spells to desperate women, a power that comes at a chilling cost.

As a killer with a twisted hunger stalks the city, preying on those who dabbled in the forbidden, their paths collide in a spark of defiance. Zara, Jude, and Emer must forge an unlikely alliance, their unique talents their only weapons against the rising tide of darkness. Sisterhood ignites, fueled by raw emotion and smoldering suspense, as they delve into the heart of evil, where secrets twist like fog and power hangs heavy in the air.

Brace yourself for a January voyage across time and space in Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson’s mind-bending debut, “The Principle of Moments.” This epic fantasy adventure weaves together two seemingly disparate stories. A forbidden love affair in Regency London and a desperate rebellion against an interstellar emperor in the 60th century.

Asha, a young woman trapped in the emperor’s clutches, dreams of freedom while studying forbidden texts. Meanwhile, Obi, a weary time traveler yearning for solace, stumbles upon a connection to Asha that spans centuries. When their paths collide, fate hurls them on a breathtaking quest across the cosmos, fueled by an ancient prophecy and the echoes of three legendary heroes.

Don’t wear the bone, unravel the curse. “Bone Pendant Girls” chills hearts January 30th.

Andi Wyndham hears whispers not from the wind, but from the trinkets she touches. At a gem show, two bone pendants carved into haunting faces call to her, pulling her into a nightmare. They belonged to missing girls, their spirits trapped within the carved bone. Now, Andi races against time, guided by the restless ghosts and a chilling premonition: “Beware the Fisherman.”

This January 30th, delve into Terry Friedman’s “Bone Pendant Girls,” a pulse-pounding paranormal thriller where every antique whispers secrets and every shadow hides a danger. Can Andi, with the help of a handsome P.I. and a determined sheriff, unearth the truth before the Fisherman casts his final, deadly net? Or will she become the next face carved in bone?

Dragons soar on crimson winds, a goddess whispers fury, and two sisters stand on the precipice of a choice that will ignite their world. This January 2024, Kamilah Cole’s scorching debut, “So Let Them Burn,” explodes onto the fantasy scene, ready to set your shelves ablaze.

Meet Faron Vincent, a Jamaican-born teenager blessed with the power of the gods. Five years ago, she saved her island from the dragon-riding Langley Empire. Now, boredom rivals the island’s sun. But peace takes a fiery turn when Faron attends a diplomatic summit. Enter Elara, her whip-smart sister, who forges a forbidden bond with an enemy dragon, igniting the gods’ wrath.

The Atlas Complex cracks open January 9th, 2024, plunging you back into the heart-stopping chaos of Olivie Blake’s Crescent City series. The six extraordinary Alexandrians, forever bound by a deadly bargain, face their ultimate test. Old alliances fray under the pressure of survival, pitting former friends against each other in a desperate bid for ultimate power.

While some grapple with the perilous ethics of their abilities within the library’s ancient vaults, others step onto the world stage, wielding cunning and charm to manipulate the strings of global politics. But danger lurks everywhere. External forces plot their destruction, and even the enigmatic Caretaker, Atlas Blakely, harbors a world-ending scheme.

Koffi is free, but the chains of vengeance still bind her. In January 2024, Ayana Gray unleashes the epic finale of her “Beasts of Prey” trilogy, “Beasts of War.” Fedu, the vengeful god of death, will stop at nothing to reclaim his stolen pawn and unleash chaos upon the mortal world.

Time is a fleeting ally. The next Bonding looms – a celestial event that will either consume Koffi or amplify her dark powers to world-ending levels. To survive, she must gather potent allies, warriors who see hope amidst the looming devastation.

Ekon, a warrior haunted by ghosts, fights for a future he yearns to share with Koffi. Alongside newfound companions, he navigates the treacherous path to the Kusonga Plains, seeking the blessing of ancient gods. But Ekon’s own past casts a long shadow, threatening to shatter the fragile trust between him and Koffi.

Brace yourself for January 2nd, for one of my most anticipated January 2024 fantasy book releases: Dark Star Burning, Ash Falls White by Amélie Wen Zhao! This sequel to the acclaimed Song of Silver, Flame Like Night, promises to be a genre-bending whirlwind steeped in the rich tapestry of ancient Chinese mythology and folklore.

Dive into a world where fate hangs by a thread and empires tremble. Lan, haunted by her mother’s sacrifice, vows to vanquish the Demon Gods, the same entities that devoured her mother’s life. Walking a perilous tightrope, Zen bargains with the Black Tortoise Demon God, his soul the price for power and redemption. In the fiery crucible of these destinies, kingdoms clash for the throne, the stakes rising as colonial forces tighten their grip.

Another of my most anticipated January 2024 fantasy book releases is set to be a stunning conclusion to a beloved series.

In the fiery crucible of revolution, love and loyalty will be forged anew, tested, and perhaps… shattered. Brace yourself for the explosive finale of Brigid Kemmerer’s beloved Defy the Night series, Vengeance Will Fall, arriving on January 23, 2024. Prepare for a heart-pounding tapestry of fantasy, young adult drama, and electrifying romance that will leave you breathless until the very last page.

Trapped in a cruel cage of circumstance, Prince Corrick finds himself bound to rebel leader Lochlan, his sworn enemy. Their uneasy alliance, forged in desperation, promises an explosive clash of wills and a perilous dance along the razor’s edge of trust. Tessa Cade, reeling from grief and betrayal, navigates a labyrinth of lies and deceit, forced to consider the unthinkable – a pact with the enigmatic, untrustworthy Rian, her only hope to dethrone the tyrannical Oren Crane.

Another one of the highly anticipated January 2024 fantasy book releases is “The Dark Fable” by Katherine Harbour. This magical heist thriller hits shelves on January 30th, ready to grip you tight.

Evie Wilder, an orphan used to being unseen, gets thrown into the spotlight after a daring heist. Her secret? Invisibility. Perfect for the Dark Fable, a shadowy crew stealing mystical oddities.

Evie finds family in this thrilling world, but the Dark Fable’s past is dark, and some secrets might echo Evie’s own tragedy. The deeper she digs, the higher the stakes. In a world of illusions, trust no one.

Unveiling the Dark Fable’s truth is a deadly game. Can Evie survive the risk? This blend of YA fantasy, magic, and darkness is must-read for anyone who loves secrets, thrills, and a touch of danger.

January’s fantasy magic takes flight with ‘Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands’ by Heather Fawcett. Hitting shelves January 16th, this enchanting sequel promises to captivate like the first.

Esteemed faerie scholar Emily Wilde stumbles into a new adventure. Her encyclopedia of faerie secrets barely dry, mysterious beings from other realms land at her doorstep. With charming but secretive ex-rival-turned-friend Wendell Bambleby by her side, Emily faces fresh challenges.

Bambleby isn’t just a scholar; he’s an exiled faerie king escaping his murderous mother and seeking a portal home. Emily’s heart aches for Bambleby, but loving a Fair Folk is fraught with danger. So, she maps a new quest: charting the faerie realms.

Their journey to the Austrian Alps, rumored to hold Bambleby’s key, is perilous. Assassins stalk them, and danger lurks in every shadow. Emily must navigate not only treacherous faerie landscapes but also the complexities of her own heart.

Set for release on January 2, 2024, this romantic fantasy of manners promises to weave a tale of love, scandal, and magical artistry.

Niamh Ó Conchobhair, a magical dressmaker, is commissioned for a royal wedding in the kingdom of Avaland. But her unique gift to stitch emotions and memories into fabric comes with a fatal cost – the same magic that endows her with this ability will eventually claim her life. Focused on securing her family’s future, Niamh seizes the opportunity to design for royalty. However, Avaland is far from the enchanting kingdom she expected. Instead, she finds a society riddled with class unrest and political intrigue.

Set to captivate readers on January 9, 2024, ‘Somewhere in the Deep’ by Tanvi Berwah is a thrilling addition to my list of January 2024 fantasy book releases. This South Asian-inspired fantasy blends action and suspense, promising a heart-racing adventure.

The story centers around Krescent Dune, burdened by her parents’ debts and their dark legacy. Her only escape, fighting in an underground pit against monstrous creatures, crumbles after a disastrous fight. But then, an unexpected offer arises: clear her debts by protecting a rescue mission team in dangerous mining caves. Krescent, amidst a group including her childhood foe, confronts mythical beasts and unseen dangers. As they delve deeper, Krescent faces a chilling realization — someone in the group doesn’t want her to leave the caves alive. She must uncover this threat quickly or risk being abandoned in the darkness.

Mark your calendars for January 16, 2024, as we anticipate the release of ‘Pillar of Ash’ by H.M. Long, the fourth and final book in The Four Pillars series. This epic fantasy saga, hailed as perfect for fans of Ragnarök and V.E. Schwab, promises to deliver a mythical and emotional conclusion to the Hall of Smoke saga.

In ‘Pillar of Ash’, we follow Yske, the daughter of the legendary warrior priestess Hessa. Yske, devoted to medicine and peace, finds herself on a perilous journey with her brother Berin through primal forests and haunting shadows at the world’s edge. As they encounter corruptions in nature and monstrous entities, Yske’s dedication to mercy and healing is put to the ultimate test. The story crescendos into a war that intertwines survival, sacrifice, and the fate of creation itself.

Get ready for a mesmerizing journey into the realm of the fae with ‘Faebound,’ set to release on January 18, 2024. This enchanting new trilogy by Saara El-Arifi, the Sunday Times bestselling author of ‘The Final Strife,’ invites readers into a world where desires and destinies intertwine in the most unexpected ways.

In ‘Faebound,’ we meet Yeeran, a hardened warrior of the elven army, and her sister Lettle, a diviner yearning for prophecies of hope. Their lives take an unforeseen turn when Yeeran’s exile leads them both into the wilds beyond the Elven lands, where they stumble upon the legendary fae court. The fae, unseen for a thousand years, now draw Yeeran and Lettle into a world of intoxicating allure and complex loyalties.

Brace yourself for ‘The Last Immortal’ by Natalie Gibson, which is coming out on January 23, 2024. This book promises a chilling journey into the dark corridors of Gothic horror, set in the gaslight era, where the supernatural intertwines with the macabre.

The story unfolds around Lady Ramillia Winmoore, once a highborn Victorian lady, now an immortal with a fragmented past marked by violence and cruelty. Awakening in the confines of the West Freeman Asylum for Lunatics, accused of a horrific crime, Ramillia’s life takes a harrowing turn. Her only hope appears in the form of Sir Julian Lawrence, a benefactor with sinister motives.