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A Court of Thorns and Roses Books in Order

The A Court of Thorns and Roses series consists of 5 books. Below is the complete reading order to help you enjoy the story from beginning to end.

📅 Publication Timeline

Visual overview of when each book in the series was published.

2015 2021
2015
#1 A Court of Thorns and Roses 2015
2016
#2 A Court of Mist and Fury 2016
2017
#3 A Court of Wings and Ruin 2017
2018
#3.5 A Court of Frost and Starlight 2018
2021
#4 A Court of Silver Flames 2021
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📚 At a Glance: A Court of Thorns and Roses Sequence

  • A Court of Thorns and Roses (2015)
  • A Court of Mist and Fury (2016)
  • A Court of Wings and Ruin (2017)
  • A Court of Frost and Starlight (2018)
  • A Court of Silver Flames (2021)

Reading Order

1.0
A Court of Thorns and Roses

A Court of Thorns and Roses

★★★★½ 4.6 2015-01-01

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2.0
A Court of Mist and Fury

A Court of Mist and Fury

★★★★½ 4.8 2016-01-01

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3.0
A Court of Wings and Ruin

A Court of Wings and Ruin

★★★★½ 4.7 2017-01-01

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3.5
A Court of Frost and Starlight

A Court of Frost and Starlight

★★★★☆ 4.2 2018-01-01

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4.0
A Court of Silver Flames

A Court of Silver Flames

★★★★½ 4.8 2021-01-01

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📖 How to Read This Series

The A Court of Thorns and Roses series is best read in publication order. The story, characters, and world-building develop progressively across each book, with events and revelations that build on what came before. Starting with the first book ensures you'll experience the author's intended narrative flow and won't miss important character introductions or plot developments that are referenced in later installments.

📊 Quick Facts

  • Total Books: 5
  • First Published: 2015-01-01
  • Latest Book: 2021-01-01
  • Genre: Fiction
  • Author: Sarah J. Maas

What to Expect from This Series

Readers who enjoy fiction will find the A Court of Thorns and Roses series offers a rich reading experience with well-developed characters and an engaging storyline. With 5 books in the series, readers can look forward to an immersive journey that expands and deepens with each installment. Whether you're new to Sarah J. Maas's work or a returning fan, this series provides the perfect opportunity to lose yourself in a carefully crafted fictional world.

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