15 Books Like Fourth Wing: Dragons, Romance, and Adventure

If you've devoured Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, you're probably experiencing the worst book hangover of your life. Rebecca Yarros created the perfect storm of dragons, romance, plot twists, and that enemies-to-lovers tension we all crave. Here are 15 books that will fill that Fourth Wing-shaped hole in your heart.

What Makes Fourth Wing So Addictive?

Before diving into recommendations, let's identify what makes Fourth Wing special:

Dragon rider academy setting
Enemies-to-lovers romance with serious tension
Strong female protagonist who grows into her power
High stakes and constant danger
Found family dynamics
Plot twists that leave you gasping

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Top Books Like Fourth Wing

Essential Romantasy Reads

From Blood and Ash

Jennifer L. Armentrout

A Maiden with a mysterious destiny, a Dark One with secrets, and a romance that could destroy kingdoms. Features the same addictive romance and world-ending stakes.

Divine Rivals

Rebecca Ross

Enemies-to-lovers romance set against a backdrop of war, gods, and magical typewriters. The tension rivals Violet and Xaden's.

A Court of Thorns and Roses

Sarah J. Maas

The romantasy that started it all. Fae courts, devastating romance, and a heroine who discovers her own strength.

For Dragon Lovers

1. Fireborne by Rosaria Munda

Dragon riders: ✓
Political intrigue: ✓
Childhood friends to enemies to lovers: ✓
Revolutionary setting adds unique twist

2. The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon

Epic standalone with multiple POVs
Eastern and Western dragon lore
LGBTQ+ representation
Slower burn but incredibly rewarding

3. Dragonriders of Pern by Anne McCaffrey

The OG dragon rider series
Telepathic bonds with dragons
If you want more dragon focus, less romance

For Romance-First Readers

4. House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

Urban fantasy setting
Slow-burn romance that devastates
Found family vibes
Mystery subplot keeps pages turning

5. One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

Gothic romantasy
Morally gray love interest
Dark magic system
Perfect autumn read

6. The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller

Standalone for quick satisfaction
Morally gray characters
Court intrigue
Enemies-to-lovers perfection

Reading Order Tip

If you're new to Sarah J. Maas, start with ACOTAR before Throne of Glass. The writing evolves significantly, and ACOTAR is more similar to Fourth Wing's vibe.

For Academy Settings

7. Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti

Fae academy with bully romance
Multiple love interests
Long series (8+ books)
Warning: darker and more explicit than Fourth Wing

8. Legacies by Jessica Goodman

Dark academia vibes
Secret societies
Murder mystery element
Contemporary setting

9. Crave by Tracy Wolff

Vampire academy
Gargoyles and dragons
Twilight meets Harry Potter
Gateway book for younger readers

For High Fantasy Worlds

10. The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen

Arranged marriage to enemies to lovers
Political intrigue
Dual POV
Complete duology for quick binge

11. The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

Faerie court setting
Enemies-to-lovers slow burn
Political maneuvering
Morally complex characters

12. Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco

Italian-inspired setting
Princes of Hell
Murder mystery meets romance
Steamy but not explicit

Hidden Gems

13. The Plated Prisoner Series by Raven Kennedy

Major plot twist in book 2
Dark themes (check content warnings)
Unique magic system
Not what it seems at first

14. Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli

Hunger Games meets fantasy
Trials and competitions
Multiple love interests
Hindu-inspired mythology

15. Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

Lighthearted and funny
Office romance but make it fantasy
Cozy fantasy vibes
Perfect palate cleanser

What to Read Based on Your Favorite Fourth Wing Element

If you loved...	Try this next
Xaden's shadows	One Dark Window
Dragon bonds	Fireborne
War college setting	Divine Rivals
Plot twists	The Plated Prisoner
Found family	House of Earth and Blood
Political intrigue	The Bridge Kingdom

Reading Order Strategy

Pro Reader Tip

Alternate between completed series and ongoing ones to avoid multiple cliffhanger waits. Mix in a standalone every few books to get that satisfaction of a complete story.

FAQs About Books Like Fourth Wing

Is anything as good as Fourth Wing?

While every book is unique, From Blood and Ash and Divine Rivals come closest in terms of addictive quality and romantic tension. ACOTAR has similar emotional payoffs but different pacing.

Are these books appropriate for teens?

It depends. Fourth Wing is New Adult (18+) due to explicit content. Crave and The Cruel Prince are more YA-appropriate. Always check content warnings.

Which series is complete?

The Bridge Kingdom, The Shadows Between Us (standalone), and The Cruel Prince trilogy are complete. Most others are ongoing.

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