Ocean magic, lyrical fantasy worlds, and sweet romance that stays clean. This list of mermaid fantasy romances is ready to sweep you out to sea.
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Today I’m sharing a curated list of fantasy romance books with mermaids and sirens, featuring magical oceans, brave heroines, gentle or adventurous love stories, and richly imagined underwater worlds. Some are cozy and fairy-tale-like, others darker or more adventurous, but all of them keep the romance clean or very low-spice.
Mermaid books give those summer vibes… If you’re looking for some good beach book recs, then be sure to check out my full list of romantasy books to read in summer. I’ve also got a whole collection of seasonal book recs you might be interested in.
An ever-growing collection of clean mermaid fantasy romance books, handpicked and refreshed over time. Last updated: May 2026
Fantasy Romance Books with Mermaids
Elodie of the Sea by Shari L. Tapscott
A sweet, cozy mermaid fantasy with found family vibes, gentle magic, and a clean, heartfelt romantic thread. Perfect for readers who love soft fairy-tale energy.
Sirens and Sea Captains by Courtney Denelsbeck
The first in The Realms of Lurin series, a multi-author collection of novellas set in the same world. This story includes sirens, pirates and clean romance on the high seas.
Love pirate stories? Here’s a list of clean fantasy romance books with pirates
Of Song and Darkness by Jessica Spruill
A lyrical mermaid tale full of magic, danger, and emotional depth. The romance is clean and slow-burn, with high stakes beneath the waves.
A beautifully written story about an immortal siren who falls in love with a human. Emotional, gentle, and clean, with a focus on sacrifice and love.
When the Wicked Sing by S.L. DeBois
Sirens and fae dominate this epic fantasy adventure with a swoony, slow-burn, enemies to lovers romance.
Sea’s Secret by Kayla Eshbaugh
An adventurous mermaid fantasy with hidden truths, underwater magic, and a sweet, clean romantic arc woven through the story.
If you love theLittle Mermaid vibes, I’ve also got a whole list of clean fairytale re-tellings you might like
More Mermaid Fantasy Romance Books
The Silent Prince by C.J. Brightley
A fairy-tale-style fantasy featuring merfolk, curses, and royal intrigue. Clean romance and classic storytelling vibes.
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A soft, whimsical retelling inspired by The Little Mermaid, full of hope, courage, and a clean, tender romance.
A teenage mermaid navigates identity and first love in this sweet and swoony fantasy romance.
Voice of the Ocean by Kelsey Impicciche
A fresh, emotionally rich mermaid fantasy with strong themes of identity and belonging. The romance remains clean and heartfelt.
A beautifully atmospheric mermaid fantasy with faith-forward themes, sacrifice, and a sweet, clean romantic thread.
A Kingdom Submerged by Deborah Grace White
A richly imagined underwater kingdom facing danger and upheaval. Clean romance paired with epic fantasy adventure.
To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo
A darker, action-packed siren fantasy inspired by The Little Mermaid, featuring enemies-to-lovers tension and a clean romantic arc. *no spice, but there’s quite a bit of explicit language usage*
🧜‍♀️Final Thoughts
There’s something endlessly enchanting about mermaid stories — the mystery of the deep, haunting songs carried on the waves, hidden kingdoms beneath the sea, and romances shaped by longing, sacrifice, and courage. Whether you’re craving a cozy fairy-tale retelling or a high-stakes underwater adventure, I hope this list helps you find a mermaid story to fall in love with.
📚 Before You Go…
If you loved these vibes, don’t forget to browse my fantasy romance books with pirates, and my full list of clean fairytale re-tellings.
Be sure to check out the Clean Fantasy Romance Library also, where you’ll find curated recommendations for no-spice fantasy romance across tons of your favorite tropes. New books are added regularly, so you can always find something magical to read next! Want to be the first to know when new titles drop? Sign up for my newsletter!
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