A really cool and spooky story about a girl who has to marry a powerful ghost. The book feels like a dark fairy tale, and the author does a great job of making the ghost world feel creepy but also very beautiful. It’s the kind of book that’s perfect to read on a rainy day because the atmosphere is so strong.

The best part is the relationship between the bride and the Ghost King. At first, they don't know each other at all, but watching them slowly start to care for one another is very sweet. The Ghost King is quiet and mysterious, and the bride is brave as she learns how to live in his strange kingdom. Their romance feels very real even though the setting is magical.

I gave it four stars because I wanted to know a little more about how the ghost world works and some of the other characters who live there. The ending also happened a bit fast, but it was still a very happy and satisfying way to finish the book. If you like stories about "grumpy" characters and spooky magic, you will really enjoy this one.

Cannot wait to see the rest of the characters in the series! Thanks for the ARC!

I received an advance copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I couldn't put down this moody YA fantasy romance. A grumpy ghost king takes a disfigured princess to be his royal bride. The premise of a ghost falling for a human pulled me in.

The ghost fae are interesting and different than anything I've read before. Their livelihood, physicality, and magic system are unique. There's tension and yearning between the ghost king and his bride that feels tender because of their inexperience. I appreciate that the world-building is through the eyes of the female main character and her discoveries. The plot and pace are steady, the stakes are high, and the ending felt satisfying while setting up the next book in the series.

One minor drawback is how the FMC cries over everything, it would pull me out of immersion sometimes. Overall, I really enjoyed this beauty and the beast-style read.

Recommended for readers who enjoy: found family, 'who hurt you' love interests, and no spice romantasy with plenty of yearning.




Thank you NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to read this early!


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This was such a unique book. The world building was told as a story went so there were no long bouts of information dumping. And although there was no spice it didn't lack in the emotion.

The Ghost King's Bride by Sera Saint is a hauntingly beautiful romantic fantasy novel filled with emotional tension that lingers after the final page. I enjoyed the slow-burn romance between the FMC Liosa and MMC Aurin, even if at times I grew a bit frustrated with the FMC. While this is not typically something I read, I did enjoy the chemistry between the main characters and how it ended. This book is perfect for readers that crave a slow-burn fantasy romance with tension that leaves you craving more!

The Ghost King's Bride is not the usual romantasy that I would read but I still love it all the same. A girl and a ghost. It makes a great rainy day read. The atmosphere is spooky without the nightmarish vibe. I enjoyed the experience of a lighter dark romance.

"If I were the open flower, he was the misting rain- gentle, but insistent" Beautiful story!

This book was very unexpected and refreshing! I want to spend more time in the world Sera has created, and watching her characters, and their relationship, develop over the course of the book was really enjoyable. I think Liosa has pretty realistic reactions given her backstory, and not every character has to start out with confidence and experience. As a first installment, it did a great job of setting things up while still feeling complete! Don't miss this if you like Fae stories, I expect good things to come from the rest of this series.

I enjoyed this world! This was really engaging from start to finish. I would absolutely check out more from this author. I would recommend this one to my followers.

What a story! Maiden in distress isn’t my usual fare but Liosa is no helpless maiden, and Aurin isn’t exactly a charming prince, at least at first. I loved the world building, and the politics. This is an excellent no spice romance full of yearning. Definitely appropriate for YA and NA audiences.

**★★★★☆ | Haunting, Romantic, and Laced with Dark Magic**

*The Ghost King’s Bride* by Sera Saint is an atmospheric fantasy romance that weaves together eerie charm, emotional depth, and a slow-burning connection that lingers long after the final page. From the beginning, there’s a sense of stepping into a world where the veil between life and death feels dangerously thin.

The atmosphere is a standout—moody, immersive, and touched with a gothic edge that enhances every scene. The setting feels rich with history and secrets, creating a backdrop that perfectly complements the story’s darker romantic tone.

The characters are compelling and layered, especially the central relationship. The romance unfolds with a delicate balance of tension and vulnerability, building into something that feels both haunting and deeply emotional. There’s a quiet intensity to their connection that makes it hard not to become invested.

The pacing is steady and fits the tone well, allowing the story to develop naturally. While there are a few moments where the plot could have been pushed a bit further or explored more deeply, it still maintains a strong sense of engagement throughout.

Overall, *The Ghost King’s Bride* is a captivating blend of dark fantasy and romance, filled with atmosphere, emotion, and just the right touch of the supernatural. It’s a story that feels both enchanting and melancholic in the best way.

**Thank you to NetGalley and Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.**