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Kaylie Smith
Kaylie Smith is a newer romantasy discovery author for readers who want glamorous danger, deadly games, haunted houses, demons, bargains, and a dark fantasy-romance mood that still feels accessible.
Last checked: August 20, 2026.
Best starting points
| Reader goal | Start here | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Deadly-game romantasy | Phantasma | Book one of Wicked Games and the cleanest entry into the haunted-mansion game setup. |
| Standalone-friendly Wicked Games | Enchantra | The publisher describes it as a stand-alone return to the world of Phantasma. |
| YA fantasy backlist | A Ruinous Fate | Use if readers want Smith’s YA fantasy side. |
Series and book paths
| Path | Use it for | Reader path |
|---|---|---|
| Wicked Games | Deadly games, demons, haunted glamour, romance danger, and dark fantasy atmosphere | Start with Phantasma for publication order |
| Phantasma | Ophelia, Blackwell, a haunted mansion contest, nine challenges, and bargains with real cost | Best first stop |
| Enchantra | Italian cursed-palace hide-and-seek, immortal siblings, and enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance | Standalone-friendly second route |
| A Ruinous Fate | YA fantasy backlist for readers curious about earlier work | Separate YA fantasy lane |
Reading community fit
Readers talk about Phantasma as a spectacle-forward dark romantasy pick: games, bargains, attraction, danger, and a strong visual hook. That makes Smith useful for Discover pages that need newer, less obvious recommendations.
Before you start
Choose by setup: Phantasma for the haunted mansion contest and Enchantra for the cursed Italian palace game. Both belong in dark/gothic discovery routes rather than cozy beginner fantasy.
Reader FAQ
Where should I start with Kaylie Smith?
Start with Phantasma if you want the haunted-mansion romantasy route.
What comes after Phantasma?
Enchantra is the second Wicked Games title, but it is described as a stand-alone return to the world of Phantasma.
Can I read Enchantra without rereading Phantasma?
Yes, if you want a standalone-friendly Wicked Games route. Start with Phantasma if you prefer publication order and want the first version of the game setup.
Who should read her?
Readers who want deadly games, demons, dark glamour, and newer romantasy discovery.
Related Fabled Romance paths
- Dark Romantasy Books - tone match
- Gothic Romantasy Books - haunted glamour route
- Romantasy Books for Beginners - compare entry difficulty