A Court of Thorns and Roses · #6

A Court of Splintered Harmony

The Valkyrie Cycle, Movement I

Sarah J. Maas

9.7 / 10
137 expectations

What was broken will be remade.

Deep in the heart of the continent, Koschei the Deathless is stirring. Though he's been bound to a mountain lake for millennia, the insidious threat of his return now spreads across the Fae territories, attracting powerful allies hell-bent on reclaiming what was once theirs: the human lands.

The Night Court will not stand idly by while innocents are attacked. But with Prythian still piecing itself together in the wake of the devastating Hybern War, the task of uniting is proving more difficult by the day.

To make matters worse, those who rule and protect the Night Court are reeling from recent betrayals and revealed truths. The rifts dividing them seem insurmountable.

But to defeat Koschei's creeping shadow, they must find a way back to each other and resurrect their former alliances. To survive, they must find a way to repair the splintered harmony all around them.

Published
October 27, 2026
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Discussions (2)

Sarah J. Maas Books: Where Should I Start?

Visitor1 post

Hey fellow readers, I'm looking to dive into Sarah J. Maas's books and could use some guidance on the reading order. Her works seem intriguing, but I'm not sure where to start. Any recommendations or insights on which series or book I should begin with? I'd love to hear about your experiences and preferences to make an informed choice and maybe spark a discussion about her fantastic world-building.

Visitor1 post

For those new to Sarah J. Maas's captivating world, I'd highly recommend starting with the [series_link_4411] (TOG) series. You can choose to begin with the prequel, [book_link_43172], for added depth or dive right into the first book, [book_link_28965], and circle back to 'The Assassin's Blade' at your convenience.

Once you've completed the TOG series, moving on to the [series_link_7152] (ACOTAR) series is a fantastic choice. If you want to avoid even minor spoilers and fully enjoy each series independently, it's a good idea to consider reading [series_link_9190] (CC) series last. This way, you can appreciate any connections or references without having the surprises from TOG and ACOTAR revealed prematurely.

One thing to keep in mind is that both the ACOTAR and CC series are ongoing, so you'll be eagerly awaiting new releases to continue the adventure. Happy reading!

Edited Oct 21, 2023 13:59 · Edited by: Darkki
Een220 books · 5 posts

Acotar probably...

Visitor-FJZTRH1 post

I would start with ACOTAR, to completion. Then the TOG series, including the novellas.
Then hit up Crescent City. I think I picked up on more potential Easter egg stuff in TOG because I read ACOTAR first.

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