Highly Anticipated Upcoming Supernatural Fantasy Novels of Early 2020
The start of the year is always exciting for bookworms!
The year has just begun, and authors are already off to the races setting novels to be published that readers can hardly wait to read. Whether the novels included in this list are continuations from prior books in a series, are the first in a new series, or are upcoming novels from an established writer that has a loyal following, these supernatural-fantasy books have been on readers’ wait-list.
Listed in order of expected release date.
1) Ashes of the Wise (Earth Magic Rises, # 2) by A.L. Knorr
Coming: January 31
This USA Today bestselling author exhibited compelling worldbuilding and an unpredictable plot in the first book and also surprised readers with an enticing cliffhanger that has them waiting eagerly for next book.
The second book in the Earth Magic Rises series, Georjie has placed herself into a bit of an ordeal: the evil witch she defeated and buried may have the opportunity to rise once more. Now, on a race against time, Georjie must find a way to keep the dark witch’s power locked away for good. But with her life at stake and the Fae realm offering protection away from the danger that it hard to pass up, Georjie faces a tough decision. Will she give her all in a reckless fight, or will she let the witch rise again?
2) Scandals in Savannah (The Southern Sleuth, # 2) by Harper Lin
Coming: February 10
A historical paranormal fiction featuring a girl who can communicate with ghosts and a compelling murder-mystery; readers were so intrigued by the first’s ending and impressed with the 1920s vibe that reading the next book is surely on their to-do list.
Becky isn’t the most usual 1920s Southern Belle. Rather than pay any attention to the two handsome bachelors who’ve got their eyes on her, Becky is more concerned with her quiet next-door neighbor who’s just died in a house fire. To find out the truth behind the fire, whether it’s natural or grisly, and find out why black magic is involved in this case, Becky must sacrifice a little something—and she must do it before sinister forces destroy what security she has left.
3) Hunter’s Quest (Rebel, Supernatural Bounty Hunter, #1) by Nicole Zoltack
Coming: February 25
A USA Today bestselling author who has a devoted following of readers, readers who are surely anticipating this dramatic supernatural novel.
Rebel is a supernatural bounty hunter, a human who hunts and fights vampires, shifters, werewolves all alone—anything that steps in her way. She is determined and has only one purpose that keeps her waking up fearless each morning: to find the monster that killed her brother.
4) The Dragon’s Choice (Tahoe Dragon Mates, #1) by Jesse Donovan
Coming: February 27
From a well-read author with lots of positive reviews on her other books, it can only be assumed that this first book in a new, steamy shifter series is highly anticipated.
Jose Santos is mostly unwilling to participate in the annual dragon lottery—essentially a one-time mating event—which his sister succeeded in getting them both selected for. That is, until he sees a shy human female, Victoria, hiding behind a large book away from the party. Drawn to her, Jose determines that this girl will definitely be his mate; however, there’s a problem: there’s trouble brewing within the dragon clan and he runs the risk of having Victoria taken away by the authorities to a place of safety and essentially, losing his mate.
5) Trial of the Vampire (Obsidian Cove Supernatural Academy, #3) by Jarica James
Coming: February 28
An 18+ reverse harem novel with a strong main character that left readers excited for more. This is the third book in this series, of which the first two books were greatly enjoyed by its readers.
Lennox is placed in a difficult position when Evander, one of her guys, is locked away in prison while her powers are fluctuating out of control. Frustrated that she can’t protect those she loves, Lennox is thrown with indecision. Not to mention there’s unrest brewing around her family as old enemies reemerge and threaten the short handle on stability Lennox has on her life. As Evander’s trial approaches, she will have to do everything in her power to find a way to save him.
6) Wrath: A Sword & Sorcery Fantasy (BRUTAL SAGA, # 7) by James Alderdice
Coming: March 5
An author who delivers interesting twists, James Alderdice enthralls has enthralled readers with a series that doesn’t disappoint. Set to be released only a few months after book six’s release, this final novel has readers excited to read the conclusion.
A vigilante able to know injustices when he sees them, The Sellsword fights both to punish and to protect. After discovering the hidden answers behind his enemies’ plans, The Sellsword doesn’t hesitate to pick up his blades and deliver a plane of gory remains to the playing field as he fulfills his righteous duty.
7) Only the Devout (A Death Gate Grim Reapers Thriller, #4) by Amanda M. Lee
Coming: April 7
The books prior to this upcoming novel in the series have been very well-received by fans, with many readers granting all books high reviews.
Isabella “Izzy” Sage grew up next to the gate that separates the living from the dead on Belle Isle in Detroit. But now that her parents are long gone and she’s a gatekeeper herself, Izzy is facing problems she couldn’t have predicted. A warped-minded cult appears demanding entrance to the other side, looking for the door to the world of the dead, and Izzy has her hands full trying to deal with the disturbance. But weird things are happening, dead bodies are appearing, chaos is descending, and Izzy doesn’t know if she can handle it all.
Excited about any of these early-2020 books and have slipped it onto your wait list? The exciting part about many of these books is that they’re one of many in an already established series.
Maybe you’ll have fun working your way up to an exciting new release. Get reading!
