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The Kingdom of Crows
The Kingdom of Crows is Olivia Wildenstein's fae fantasy romance series for readers who want winged fae imagery, forbidden attraction, court danger, oaths, secrets, and a less obvious path after the biggest fae gateway series.
Author: Olivia Wildenstein
Books in the series
| Book | Type | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| House of Beating Wings | Main book | Book one; start here. |
| House of Rising Sands | Prequel short story | Set before book one; best after House of Beating Wings. |
| House of Pounding Hearts | Main book | Book two. |
| House of Striking Oaths | Main book | Book three; main Fallon/Lore arc conclusion. |
| House of Shifting Tides | Standalone spin-off | Read after the main trilogy setup. |
| House of Burning Frost | Standalone spin-off | Read after the main trilogy setup. |
Reading path
Start with House of Beating Wings. Olivia Wildenstein's store describes House of Rising Sands as a prequel short story, so place it after book one rather than treating it as a main book. Then continue with House of Pounding Hearts and House of Striking Oaths; the later House books are spin-off paths in the same world.
Reader fit
Choose it if you want fae courts beyond ACOTAR, forbidden romance, winged fae, and a GraphicAudio-supported series path.
Before you start
This is best for readers already craving another fae-court path. If someone wants a soft fantasy romance or cozy tone, route them to Emily Wilde or Hart and Mercy first.
Best browsing paths
This is a useful less-obvious fae series for books after ACOTAR, forbidden romance, and GraphicAudio browsing.
Choose this over...
Choose Kingdom of Crows over Honey and Ice when the reader wants a fuller fae-court book series, and over Fae Isles when winged fae and forbidden attraction are the main cravings.
Quick decision guide
| Reader question | Best answer |
|---|---|
| Choose it if | You want fae court romance with winged fae and forbidden attraction. |
| Skip it if | You want cozy fantasy or a standalone. |
| Best mood | Oaths, court danger, secrets, and fae romance escalation. |
| Best next click | Fae Romantasy. |
Audiobook format
| Format | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard audiobook | Retailer listings include traditional audiobook editions by title. | Listeners who want a straightforward audio route. |
| GraphicAudio dramatized adaptation | GraphicAudio currently lists the first Kingdom of Crows dramatized adaptations, including House of Beating Wings and House of Pounding Hearts. | Listeners who want a cinematic full-cast fae romance path. |
Where to buy or listen
Check current editions for The Kingdom of Crows. Availability, narration, price, and retailer listings can change by country.
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Reader FAQ
Where should I start Kingdom of Crows?
Start with House of Beating Wings.
Is Kingdom of Crows good after ACOTAR?
Yes for readers specifically asking for more fae-court romance, winged fae imagery, and forbidden attraction.
Where does House of Rising Sands fit?
It is a prequel short story set in the Kingdom of Crows world. Place it after House of Beating Wings.
Is there a GraphicAudio version?
Yes. GraphicAudio currently lists dramatized adaptations for the early Kingdom of Crows books.
What to read next
Try Fae Romantasy, Fae Isles, or Books Like ACOTAR.