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Sarah J. Maas
Throne of Glass
The Throne of Glass series follows Celaena Sardothien, an assassin forced to compete for her freedom in a deadly royal competition. As she navigates court intrigue and dark magic, she uncovers a destiny far greater than she imagined, fighting for a kingdom's future. This YA fantasy series features high stakes, intricate world-building, and a journey from assassin to queen.
There are seven main entries in the Throne of Glass series. The books are: Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Queen of Shadows, Empire of Storms, Tower of Dawn, and Kingdom of Ash. There is also a prequel novella collection, The Assassin's Blade, which can be read before or after Throne of Glass.
While the books are numbered, many readers recommend a specific order that integrates the prequel novella, The Assassin's Blade, either before the first book or between the second and third entries, to enhance the character's journey and world-building.
A television series adaptation of Throne of Glass was announced to be in development by Hulu, titled 'Queen of Shadows,' though further updates on its production status have been limited.
The Throne of Glass series is part of a shared multiverse with Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses and Crescent City series, featuring subtle Easter eggs and potential for future crossovers.
Yes, Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn are designed to be read concurrently or back-to-back, as they cover events happening at the same time from different character perspectives, leading into the final book.