Best Dystopian Romance Books

In a world devastated by disease and environmental destruction, Juliette has a deadly gift - her touch. Locked up for murder by The Reestablishment, she's torn between being their weapon or becoming a warrior. With whispers of war on the horizon, Juliette may be exactly what they need. Will she choose to fight for them or against them?

Forbidden desires and a forbidden marriage collide in Empire of Desire by Rina Kent. When a young woman falls for her father's older best friend, the consequences are explosive. Nathaniel Weaver is everything she wants, but their love is forbidden. Now, they're trapped in a marriage neither of them wanted. Will they give in to their desires or will the forbidden fruit between them tear them apart? This standalone novel is a must-read for fans of steamy romance.

The Beautiful and Damned is a captivating classic novel that examines the lives of two well-educated, wealthy, and beautiful characters. Set in New York City, the story explores the destructive path of their marriage fueled by alcohol and greed. With Fitzgerald's lyrical prose, the novel delves into the dangers of excess and ambition, giving us an insightful look into the lifestyle of the 1920s nouveau riche. A must-read for anyone seeking a glimpse into the glamour and darkness of the Jazz Age.

After an apocalyptic event caused by angels, street gangs rule the day and fear rules the night. When a young girl is taken, her sister must make a deal with an enemy angel to get her back. Together, they navigate a twisted Northern California journey to the angels' stronghold where they both risk everything for their own reasons.

A dystopian tale set in Chicago, where society is divided into five factions, each representing a particular virtue. Sixteen-year-olds must choose their faction, deciding their future. Beatrice surprises everyone by choosing to leave her family and find her true self. She's initiated into an extreme physical and psychological testing regime, during which she must make friends and navigate a complicated romance. But Beatrice keeps a dangerous secret that could mean her death or the salvation of those she loves as she uncovers growing unrest and conflict in her seemingly perfect society.

In the post-apocalyptic world ruled by Azrael the Eternal, Lan believes that the war can only end if the Eaters are defeated. She goes to Haven to demand an end to the Eaters, but Azrael offers her a chance to convince him. All she needs to do is submit to him. This erotic horror novel by the author of The Scholomance and The Last Hour of Gann contains explicit sex and gore and is intended for mature readers.

In Warm Bodies, a zombie named "R" lives a monotonous existence until he meets Julie, a living girl who brings color and emotion into his gray world. Through their unlikely bond, R begins to evolve beyond his undead state and desires to protect Julie rather than eat her. This darkly funny and highly original novel explores the power of love and the potential for change, even in the most hopeless of worlds.