Characters in Queen of Shadows

Aelin Galathynius

Returning to the capital that enslaved her to settle old scores and build a coalition for war.

Also in Heir of Fire, Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Rowan Whitethorn

Aelin's carranam (soul-bonded partner) and most trusted lieutenant; his presence in Rifthold is a deliberate signal of how much has changed since Heir of Fire.

Also in Heir of Fire, Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Aedion Ashryver

Aelin's cousin and a general of Adarlan's army who has been secretly loyal to Terrasen all along; his rescue is one of the book's major early set pieces and his reunion with Aelin is one of its emotional high points.

Also in Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Lysandra

A shape-shifter and courtesan who becomes one of Aelin's most valuable allies; her friendship with Aelin and the revelation of her true power are developed here.

Also in Empire of Storms, The Assassin's Blade

Manon Blackbeak

An Ironteeth witch whose arc turns as the truth about her people's history comes into focus.

Also in Heir of Fire, Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Celaena Sardothien

Also in The Assassin and the Pirate Lord, The Assassin and the Healer, The Assassin and the Desert, The Assassin and the Underworld, The Assassin and the Empire, Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Chaol Westfall

Also in Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Tower of Dawn, Kingdom of Ash

Dorian Havilliard

Also in Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash