Ghostly Fantasy Books with Haunted Vibes

In the mood for stories with a touch of darkness? You know, the books filled with eerie atmospheres, gothic castles, whispers in the shadows, and a brush of the supernatural. You’ve come to the right place.

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These ghostly fantasy books deliver chills without leaning into horror. Perfect for cozy nights when you want a little shiver down your spine while still wrapped in a magical, fantastical world.

This post is regularly updated with the latest no/low spice fantasy romance books, so check back often for new haunting reads! Last updated: October 2025

Haunting Fantasy Books

1. Untethered by Gloria Bottelman

A ghost story that blurs the line between life and afterlife, this haunting fantasy will leave you breathless. Perfect if you want a read that’s eerie and emotional all at once. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ✅

2. Belladonna by Adalyn Grace

Death itself becomes a character in this lush, gothic fantasy. With romance, secrets, and a beautifully haunting atmosphere, it’s a must for readers who like their fantasy a little dark and romantic. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ✅

3. House of Ash and Shadow by Leia Stone

Shadowed halls, eerie mysteries, and chilling tension, this book leans into haunted-house energy with a fantastical twist. A great choice for fans of gothic atmospheres. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ✅

4. One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

Creeping forests, eerie magic, and a heroine bound to a monster in her mind. One Dark Window captures that dark fairytale tone that’s both chilling and enchanting. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ✅

5. Gallant by V.E. Schwab

Equal parts ghost story and gothic mystery, this standalone drips with atmosphere. A crumbling estate, shadowy figures, and an ominous otherworld make this a perfect fall pick. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ✅

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6. Silver in the Bone by Alexandra Bracken

Bracken weaves Arthurian legend with eerie, haunted energy. Cursed magic, dangerous quests, and dark secrets create a brooding, ghostly tone. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ❌

7. Where the Dark Stands Still by A. B. Poranek

A low-spice, gothic fantasy brimming with dark forests and haunting romance. This one captures that spine-tingling, atmospheric vibe without slipping into horror. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ❌

9. Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang

Wang brings a chilling edge to her magic system here, with secrets, eerie power, and unsettling twists. It’s haunting in a way that sticks with you long after finishing. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ❌

10. The Will of the Many (Hierarchy) by James Islington

Epic in scale but threaded with dark, oppressive tension. The haunted, almost claustrophobic atmosphere of this story makes it a standout for fall reading. Available on Kindle Unlimited: ❌

👻 Final Thoughts

These books may not be horror, but their haunting atmospheres, gothic settings, and ghostly tones are perfect for spooky season. Whether you’re drawn to whispered secrets in crumbling estates or eerie forests filled with dark magic, each of these ghostly fantasy books with gothic vibes will give you a shiver in the best way.

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