For the Christmas Holiday Season:
15 Steampunk and Gaslamp Winter Fantasy Romances
This holiday season enjoy a captivating blend of Victorian charm and fantastical elements in Christmas-themed steampunk and gaslamp fantasy romance books. Transport yourself to an alternate reality where gears and gadgets coexist with the magic of the season. Immerse yourself in tales where love blossoms amidst clockwork contraptions and mysterious forces, set against the backdrop of snow-covered cobblestone streets and ornately decorated parlors. Whether it’s the clinking of brass mechanisms or the enchanting glow of gas lamps casting a warm hue on winter festivities, these stories promise a unique and heartwarming escape. Unveil the mysteries of love and adventure as you unwrap the perfect gift of yuletide steampunk and gaslamp fantasy romance, where the spirit of Christmas intertwines with the magic of a bygone era.
In Anne Renwick’s A Snowflake at Midnight, academic librarian Evie Brown seeks answers to her father’s illness in a rare medieval manuscript amid deadlines and family challenges. Ash Lockwood, her botanist love, escorts her to Hyde Park at midnight where a seemingly innocent task to harvest mistletoe turns perilous when they attract the attention of someone willing kill for their discovery. Amazon | Apple Books | Kobo | Barnes & Noble | Google Play
In Tilly Wallace’s novella Mistletoe and Mireworth, Hannah and Barnes gather at Mireworth for their first Christmas, determined to unravel the secrets hidden within its walls, including the mystery of Wycliff’s ancestor and a long-ago shadow-mage. This festive tale brings closure while delving into the mysteries of Mireworth. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books |Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
Goblins and Snowflakes? During her Christmas stay at Strawberry Hill Castle, Scarlette Rossetti’s life takes an enchanting turn when drawn to The Two Sisters Doll Shop, leading her to uncover supernatural consequences and the dangers of bargaining with goblin men in this magical retelling of The Elves and The Shoemaker by Melanie Karsak. Amazon KU
During the 1814 London Frost Fair, actress Elyse McKenna’s secret affair with Lord John Waldegrave disrupts her friendship with Doctor Kai Murray, and an enchanting ship captain introduces faerie intrigue, forcing Elyse to navigate a web of relationships in this gaslamp London retelling of the Snow Queen fairy tale, Ice Embers by Melanie Karsak. Amazon KU
Lady Mabel’s quest for a magical Christmas night goes awry, attracting a mob of suitors. Andrew Holbrooke, secretly in love with her, vows to protect Mabel from the chaos, leading to a rediscovery of their friendship and the emergence of new passions amid the holiday magic. Set in the Potions and Passions world, this Mishaps and Mistletoe by Catherine Stein is a short holiday novella. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books | Barnes & Noble
In Bec McMaster’s Tarnished Knight, John ‘Rip’ Doolan, battling the aftermath of a vicious vampire attack, grapples with his inner darkness to safeguard his closest friend, Esme. As a ruthless gang threatens their world, they must confront their unspoken desires and forge a new relationship to avoid losing each other forever. Amazon | Kobo | Google Play | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
In Kelley Armstrong’s novella Snowstorms & Sleigh Bells, Rosalind Courtenay, attempting to avoid a time stitch to the twenty-first century, is unexpectedly pulled back by her adventurous son. Determined to face her fears, Rosalind plans a holiday surprise, only to be thwarted by a blizzard, leading to a whirlwind of snowstorms, spectral sleigh bells, and the potential for Christmas ghosts. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books | Barnes & Noble
In Kelley Armstrong’s novella Ballgowns & Butterflies, Bronwyn Dale experiences the magic of a Victorian Christmas in North Yorkshire. Fancy-dress balls and small-town traditions delight her, but the challenge of the Butterfly Effect looms as she navigates the delicate balance of making a difference without disrupting the future forever. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books | Barnes & Noble
In Shelley Adina’s Devices Brightly Shining, Lady Claire and Andrew Malvern’s marriage celebration on Twelfth Night becomes a grand event, but the arrival of Sydney and Hugh Meriwether-Astor brings unexpected complications. As Maggie discovers conflicting plans for the family business, she must use her own airship and determination to navigate betrayal and warn Gloria. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books | Barnes & Noble
In Dena Garson’s steampunk romance Christmas Royale, Phoebe Ashdown confronts a past flame with a questionable history, while undercover investigator Vernon Wright balances attraction and duty. When Phoebe’s sister goes missing, they team up for a perilous search, navigating sparks and bullets, hoping to return to England by Christmas. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books
In Liz Delton’s steampunk Christmas novella The Clockwork Ice Dragon, Aurelia Sundon faces a tight deadline to submit her invention to the inventor’s guild. When her old love, Frederick Grandville, becomes a rival with a malfunctioning invention, Aurelia must decide whether to help him or risk losing her chance at a better life as a snowy blizzard descends on Soldark. Amazon | Kobo | Barnes & Noble
In Miranda Lyn’s novella The Unblessed Witch, Marley, burdened by a dark past, possesses the magical ability to hunt shattered hearts each Winter Solstice. Tasked with helping wounded souls, she unknowingly entwines her fate with Atlas, stripped of powers and resentful of magic. As they embark on a perilous mission, their deepening connection sets off a race against time, challenging Atlas to redefine his destiny and both to forge a shared future. Amazon KU
Embark on a magical holiday journey with The Absinthe Earl, a Christmas romance that intertwines the enchanting allure of fairies, the bittersweet spirit of absinthe, and the blossoming love between Miss Ada Quicksilver and the mysterious Earl of Meath during the mystical winter solstice in Ireland. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
William Ashton, Jr., forsakes his privileged life to immerse himself in research, his heart longing for a mysterious woman. A fateful miscommunication sets the stage for a cascade of potential dates for the New Year’s Gala, among them Maddie Peters. As they navigate challenges, from disgruntled neighbors to whimsical mechanical dragons, Will and Maddie embark on a journey toward a magical midnight rendezvous. Amazon | Kobo | Google Books | Barnes & Noble
In Mission: Nutcracker, Fiona, a skilled tinkerer, and Devon, a rail baron, join forces to solve the mystery of nutcracker automatons kidnapping inventors in 1871 Terminus. Their partnership blossoms into romance in this steampunk tale by Cecilia Dominic, part of the Inspector Davidson Mysteries series, weaving charm and mystery with a unique Christmas fairytale twist. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Google Play | Barnes & Noble
Set in 1888, the story draws inspiration from Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” as the spirits of the Strangely Beautiful saga guide the protagonists through past and present, offering them a chance at forgiveness and redemption. Facing the dangers of the spirit world, Rebecca and Michael must confront their stubbornness and accept love anew. Amazon | Kobo | Apple Books | Barnes & Noble
🎄 Browse by Holiday Flavor
Whether you’re looking for cozy Christmas charm, steampunk adventure, or magical winter romance, these holiday reads offer a little something for every mood.
| 🎄 Cozy | ⚙️ Adventure | ✨ Magical |
|---|---|---|
| Mistletoe and Mireworth | Mission: Nutcracker | The Absinthe Earl |
| Mishaps and Mistletoe | Christmas Royale | The Unblessed Witch |
| Ballgowns and Butterflies | Devices Brightly Shining | Goblins and Snowflakes |
| Snowstorms & Sleigh Bells | The Clockwork Ice Dragon | Ice & Embers |
| A Christmas Carroll | A Snowflake at Midnight | Tarnished Knight |
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