Most Daring Romance Webnovels

If you are a fan of Romance and Webnovels, and are actively looking for wholesome, daring, and warm love stories to read, then look no further. With the increase in popularity of Korean authors, more and more publishing groups have been redoubling their efforts to translate and release them for western audiences to enjoy. So, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most daring romance webnovels currently available in English in paperback and digital formats.

From a classic romance story of an unwanted marriage in a fantasy setting to a strange tale of learning how to love each other and overcoming the physical and spiritual barriers. These series have quite a lot of spice, so readers must be warned, as these tales mix up intrigue, romance, and the burning passion of people meeting under fateful circumstances. If you’re ready to dive into this genre, here are some suggestions.

6 Under The Oak Tree

A Classic Arranged Married Trope With Some Great Twists

• Genres: Drama, Mild-Fantasy, Romance, Nobility
• Author: Suji Kim
• Available Formats: Webnovel – Manhwa
• Published by: Inklore

Surviving the harsh world of high nobility can be a nightmare, more so when politics, conspiracies, and arranged marriages are there to disrupt the seemingly peaceful life of our protagonist: Lady Maximilian Calypse, formerly surnamed Croyso. Ever since her forced marriage with Riftan Calypse, she has gone through a lot of changes most of them for the worst. With her estranged husband going off to war and returning as a hero, a complicated relationship begins like a small spark and turns into a bonfire of passion unbridled.

As the tense and cold relationship between the noble couple progresses, the political turmoil that surrounds them is the perfect chorus for a plot that evolves steadily but daringly into one of the best fantasy romances you can find in the genre. Maximilian is the perfect heroine, smart, but kind, and curious to boot. Her personal interest in magic has led her on a path to become the apprentice of a renowned wizard who has been recognized by the Nornui Magic Tower, and has tutored the nobility of the kingdom as well. This spicy web novel is likely to satisfy both fans of light fantasy and complex romance plots, with some political hurdles in the mix. For those who prefer Manhwa, there’s an official English version in this format as well.

5 Release That Witch

A Heartwarming Rom-Com, With Some Spice

• Genres: Fantasy, Comedy, Romance, Drama, Spicy, Shoujo, Reincarnation
• Author: Er Mu
• Available Formats: Webnovel – Manhwa
• Published by: WN (Webnovel) – Qidian (Manhwa)

A modern man reincarnates as Roland Wimbledon, a dull prince in an alternate version of Europe, where witches roam the forests and cities battling against the church in an unending war for supremacy. Doomed to take charge of one of the worst Fiefdoms in the Kingdom, Roland is desperate to find a way to prevent the downfall of his house. And he finds the solution by allying himself with the Witches who are being persecuted by the Inquisition.

A spicy harem medieval drama, with some specks of high fantasy and a subtle note of shoujo. Ideal for those readers who do not mind the harem route. The protagonist is quite hilarious, and there’s plenty of room for light comedy as well. So, it has a little bit of a mixture, and a plot that is not overly complex or hard to follow. Quite an enjoyable read, if you love fantasy tropes.

4 Lucia

Tragedy, Drama, And Slow Boiled But Fiery Romance

• Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Drama, Regression, Spicy, Nobility
• Author: Sleepy_Koi_Fish (Skie)
• Available Formats: Webnovel (WB) – Manhwa
• Published by: Amazon

A forgotten princess, a kingdom in distress, a slow-paced romance that turns into a maelstrom of political drama. This is the story of Lucia, the abandoned princess and her journey to avoid the worst possible outcome for what started as a precognitive dream, but slowly became intertwined with her past, her present, and her future. Using the knowledge she gained from regression, Lucia skillfully maneuvers her way out of her fate of being sold to the highest bidder, and turns to Hugo Taran, a Duke and candidate to be her betrothed.

The combination of political and sexual tension is masterfully reflected in this daring, yet balanced romance novel, where everyone wears a mask made of perfectly chiseled ivory, and covered by skillful courtesan mannerisms. A decent read, with lots of twists and some action/drama too, definitely among my favorite late discoveries in the genre. There’s no available official Manhwa translation yet, but for those who read Korean, they’ll be able to enjoy it in full color.

3 Father, I Don’t Want This Marriage

A Great Story About A Villainess Reversing Her Fate

• Genres: Reincarnation, Fantasy, Drama, Romance, Nobility
• Author: Hong Heesu
• Available Formats: Webnovel – Manhwa
• Published by: Inklore (Manhwa) – Amazon (Webnovel)

Jubelian, a young beautiful heiress to a noble family suddenly notices she is reincarnated as the protagonist/villainess of a romantic novel. She knows she is about to be framed for murder by none other than her fiancée Mikhail Albert Hessen, and that her life will end amidst a political complot. So she decides to take drastic measures and ends her relationship of two years with her betrothed, and arranges a fake betrothal with her father’s apprentice to prevent being paired with another villain.

A daring romance about reincarnation and second chances, narrated from the perspective of a woman who has had her fill of suffering and just wants a peaceful and comfortable life. A lot of unexpected twists and some fiery romance scenes await the readers in the pages of this webnovel. And for those who prefer it, the Manhwa version is also available with an official translation.

2 Death Is The Only Ending For The Villainess

• Genres: Isekai, Romance, Spicy, Drama, Reincarnation, Mild-Fantasy, Josei, Mature
• Author: Gwongyeoeul
• Available Formats: Webnovel – Manhwa
• Published by: WN

Reincarnated as a minor Villainess and with the clock ticking until her demise, our protagonist sets on a journey of redemption accompanied by a cast of cool and handsome male leads, who are willing to help her to avoid the bad ending. Narrated from the perspective of the protagonist, this Webnovel has been also adapted to a Manhwa series of the same name, though there are some differences in the plot, both are enjoyable.

A slow-paced love triangle, that becomes a reverse harem, filled to the brim with drama, intense action scenes, and plenty of erotism. The story goes in a crescendo as more male leads join her “lover candidate” circle, and the plot thickens by the minute. A decent read, with lots of plot twists, ideal for a mature audience who enjoys the Isekai genre from an adult’s perspective.

1 Kidnapped Dragons

• Genres: Action, Harem, Romance, Drama, Comedy, Dark Fantasy, Psychological
• Author: Yuzu
• Available Formats: Webnovel
• Published by: Amazon and WN

A mixture of sci-fantasy and romance, with a lot of spicy events and a harem-like setting. In this fantastical tale of Yu Jitae’s journey through many dimensions, being reincarnated thanks to his power over the Seven Godly Authorities. Ever since his many reincarnations caused him to slowly lose his human side, he has become unable to feel anything at all. But, during his seventh reincarnation (Iteration in the novels) he decides to take care of four mischievous young dragons (female characters).

This romance series by the renowned author Yuzu walks the thin line between harem comedy, and Dark Fantasy drama like no other. Sadly, the series is currently discontinued on Amazon, but there are bound to be new chances to get them in the near future, with the release of a new edition. But since the worldbuilding of this series is so good, the wait might be worth it.