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Crown of Hearts and Chaos
Crown of Hearts and Chaos is a dark fantasy romance series from Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, built around a cursed forest, deadly terms, spirits, seduction, and the kind of cliffhanger-heavy intensity their readers expect. It is not a gentle starter page; it belongs with dark romantasy, author-fan routes, and GraphicAudio discovery.
Author: Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti | Last checked: August 21, 2026.
Books in the series
| Book | Type | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Hollow | Main book | Book one; start here. |
| Lightwing | Main book | Book two; continue after Hollow when available in your preferred format. |
| Moonsinger | Main book | Book three; continue in publication order. |
Reading path
Start with Hollow. GraphicAudio lists Hollow as episode one of Crown of Hearts and Chaos, with its dramatized adaptation scheduled for September 29, 2026. For print/ebook readers, continue in publication order as later titles become available.
Reader fit
Choose it if you already like dark fantasy romance, curses, spirit magic, deadly forests, rebellious heroines, and love interests who are meant to feel dangerous. The official GraphicAudio treatment makes the tone very clear: this is for adult listeners/readers who want sharp humor, spice, danger, and a series that leans into chaos rather than soft comfort.
What readers tend to notice
The likely audience is already familiar with the authors from Zodiac Academy, Ruthless Boys, or other Solaria-adjacent routes: readers who enjoy melodrama, morally messy decisions, and emotional escalation. This page should not oversell it as polished court fantasy. Its better promise is “dark, unhinged, addictive, and adult,” especially for readers who like dramatized audio and do not mind waiting between installments or formats.
Before you start
This is not a gentle fae-court starter. The GraphicAudio listing marks the series 18+, and the official series description emphasizes dark humor, spice, and a not-for-the-faint-of-heart mood. Send new romantasy readers to ACOTAR, Villains and Virtues, or beginner guides first; send Peckham/Valenti readers here when they want the darker lane.
Quick decision guide
| Reader question | Best answer |
|---|---|
| Choose it if | You already like Peckham and Valenti's darker, chaotic fantasy romance lane. |
| Skip it if | You want gentle court romance, low spice, or a completed backlist binge. |
| Best mood | Cursed forests, dangerous spirits, sharp humor, and cliffhanger energy. |
| Best next click | Zodiac Academy if you want the authors' larger completed commitment. |
Audiobook format
| Format | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| GraphicAudio dramatized adaptation | Full cast / dramatized edition listed for Hollow. | Listeners who want a cinematic audio version with actors, music, and sound effects. |
| Standard audiobook | Check current retailers by title. | Readers who prefer a traditional audiobook if available in their market. |
Where to buy or listen
Check current editions for Crown of Hearts and Chaos. Availability, narration, price, and retailer listings can change by country.
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Reader FAQ
Where should I start Crown of Hearts and Chaos?
Start with Hollow. Continue in publication order with Lightwing and Moonsinger as they become available in your preferred format.
Is there a GraphicAudio version?
Yes. GraphicAudio lists Hollow as a dramatized adaptation with a September 29, 2026 release date.
Who should try this series?
Readers who like Peckham and Valenti's darker, twisty fantasy-romance style should try it. Readers wanting low-spice comfort fantasy should start elsewhere.
What should I read next?
Use Zodiac Academy for the authors' bigger Solaria route or Dark Romantasy Books for similar mood-based discovery.
What to read next
Try Zodiac Academy, Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti, or Dark Romantasy Books.