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 In this episode of What to Read Next, Laura is joined by returning guest Francesca from Under the Covers Book Blog to explore urban fantasy series that are fully finished and ready to binge. If you’re looking to escape into magical worlds with action, mystery, and just the right touch of romance, this conversation is for you. We break down what makes urban fantasy different from high fantasy and paranormal romance, and we share our favorite completed series featuring vampires, shifters, grim reapers, and more.

Whether you're a longtime fantasy reader or just dipping your toe in, you'll walk away with a reading list that blends fast-paced stories, subtle romantic tension, and immersive worldbuilding.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: Escaping reality through otherworldly fiction

01:15 – What is urban fantasy and how is it different from high fantasy?

03:00 – Urban fantasy vs. paranormal romance: Managing expectations

04:45 – Why romance in urban fantasy is often a slow burn

05:20 – 📚 Night Huntress Series by Jeaniene Frost

08:45 – 📚 Charley Davidson Series by Darynda Jones

11:50 – 📚 Shifters Series by Rachel Vincent

14:45 – 📚 Women of the Otherworld Series by Kelley Armstrong

16:45 – Where to find Francesca + her community’s book resources

17:30 – Wrap-up and call to action

📚 Books Mentioned in This Episode:

• Night Huntress Series by Jeaniene Frost https://amzn.to/3RTLkTi
• Charley Davidson Series by Darynda Jones https://amzn.to/4imLMEH
• Shifters Series by Rachel Vincent https://amzn.to/3RkPaF4
• Women of the Otherworld Series by Kelley Armstrong https://amzn.to/4lxpvqp

👋 Guest Info – Francesca from Under the Covers Book Blog:

• YouTube: Under the Covers Book Blog
• Substack: https://underthecoverscommunity.com

Francesca is your go-to guide for all things romance, fantasy, and bookish lifestyle. Tune in to her daily YouTube podcast and join her Substack for weekly book lists and access to her searchable trope vault.

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