Romantasy Bible

Before there were fae courts, fated mates and morally grey heroes, there were the myths and legends that inspired them...From ancient gods to forgotten kingdoms, The Romantasy Bible uncovers the origins, meanings and stories behind the fantastical worlds we love.Why do we crave the dangerous, protective hero? What lies behind the Wild Hunt? Why do ravens, roses, moons and stars recur in fantasy? And who were the fair folk that inspired the fae?Part encyclopaedia and part reader companion, this book offers an accessible guide to fantasy romance's most enduring tropes, motifs and characters, from around the world.