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The Chronicles of Between
The Chronicles of Between is L. L. Starling's cozy fantasy rom-com series for readers who want portal magic, fairy-tale chaos, banter, an accidental queen setup, and a slower romantic build. It is one of the site's softer fantasy-romance routes: whimsical, odd, very character-led, and much more interested in magical absurdity than in battlefield stakes.
Author: L. L. Starling | Last checked: August 21, 2026.
Books in the series
| Book | Type | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Between | Main book | Book one; start here. |
| Otherworld | Main book | Book two; listed by the author as coming November 2026. |
Reading path
Start with Between. L. L. Starling's official site lists Otherworld as book two and marks it as coming November 2026, so readers starting now should expect an ongoing cozy route rather than a finished series. The first book is also famously chunky for cozy fantasy, so it works better as a sink-in read than a quick palate cleanser.
Reader fit
Choose it if you want whimsy, portal fantasy, funny fairy-tale danger, sentient magical weirdness, a Halloween-adjacent small-town opening, and romantic tension with a lighter touch. The pleasure is in voice, timing, character oddness, and the gap between ordinary-world logic and Otherworld nonsense.
What readers tend to notice
Fans tend to love the humor, the banter, Lorn's dramatic Otherworld court energy, and the way the book feels like a cozy fantasy rom-com with a fairy-tale engine under it. The common caution is length: some readers adore the sprawling structure, while others want a tighter romance arc or faster plot movement. Recommend it when someone asks for cozy, funny, weird fantasy romance rather than a high-heat romantasy sprint.
Before you start
This is not the page for readers who want battles, brutal court politics, or high-spice romantasy. It works best as a mood reset between heavier series, or for readers who like their fantasy romance with folklore logic, absurd humor, and a very gradual romantic build.
Quick decision guide
| Reader question | Best answer |
|---|---|
| Choose it if | You want cozy portal fantasy, banter, and magical chaos that feels low-pressure. |
| Skip it if | You need a finished series today or want high-heat romance. |
| Best mood | Whimsy, fairy-tale weirdness, accidental responsibility, and rom-com timing. |
| Best next click | Cozy Romantasy Books for more soft fantasy romance. |
Audiobook format
| Format | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard audiobook | The author's books page lists audiobook availability for Between. | Listeners who want cozy fantasy in a traditional audio format. |
| Dramatized adaptation | No GraphicAudio edition verified for this hub. | Use the standard audiobook path for now. |
Where to buy or listen
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Reader FAQ
Where should I start with The Chronicles of Between?
Start with Between. It introduces Sasha, Lorn, Between, and the Otherworld setup the sequel continues.
Is Otherworld out yet?
As of August 21, 2026, L. L. Starling's official site lists Otherworld as coming November 2026.
Is this romantasy or cozy fantasy?
It is cozy fantasy rom-com with romantic elements, so it is romantasy-adjacent rather than high-stakes romance-first fantasy.
Who should read it?
Pick it if you want portal magic, humor, oddball fairy-tale chaos, and a lower-pressure fantasy romance mood.
Who might bounce off it?
Readers who want a tight 350-page romance, quick spice, or a very plot-efficient fantasy may find it too meandering. The book asks you to enjoy the voice and the detours.
What to read next
Try Emily Wilde, Cozy Romantasy Books, or Fae Romantasy.