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Throne of Glass
Throne of Glass is Sarah J. Maas's epic fantasy crossover path: assassins, queens, fae, war, found family, multiple romantic arcs, and one of the most searched reading-order debates in the genre.
Author: Sarah J. Maas | Last checked: August 25, 2026.
Books in the series
- The Assassin's Blade prequel stories recap
- Throne of Glass recap
- Crown of Midnight recap
- Heir of Fire recap
- Queen of Shadows recap
- Empire of Storms recap
- Tower of Dawn recap
- Kingdom of Ash recap
Use the Throne of Glass reading order for the Assassin's Blade placement and Empire of Storms / Tower of Dawn question, or jump into the available full spoiler recaps when you need a book refreshed.
Reader fit
Choose Throne of Glass if you want bigger fantasy architecture than ACOTAR: training, court intrigue, shifting alliances, long character arcs, and romance threads that grow inside an epic war story.
What readers tend to notice
The biggest reader question is usually where to place The Assassin's Blade. If you want momentum first, start with Throne of Glass and read the prequel stories once you are attached to Celaena. If you want every event in chronological order, begin with The Assassin's Blade.
The other common question is whether to tandem-read Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn. You can, but you do not have to. Publication order is the simplest first-read path, and the recap links beside each title make it easier to refresh the details before moving on.
Audiobook format
| Edition | Format | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard audiobook | Single narrator | Readers who want the complete unabridged epic fantasy experience. |
| GraphicAudio dramatized adaptation | Full cast / dramatized | Rereads, battle sequences, court scenes, and listeners who like cinematic fantasy performance. |
What to read next
Where to buy or listen
Check current editions for Throne of Glass. Series availability can vary by format, country, and retailer.
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Reader FAQ
Is Throne of Glass romantasy?
It is better described as epic fantasy with major romantic arcs. Maas readers often move between ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, and Crescent City, but Throne of Glass is the most epic-fantasy-shaped of the three.
Where should I start?
Many readers start with Throne of Glass for momentum, then read The Assassin's Blade after they care about the heroine. Chronological readers can begin with The Assassin's Blade. Both approaches work; choose the one that matches how much backstory you want upfront.
Do I need the tandem read?
No. The Empire of Storms / Tower of Dawn tandem read is popular, but it is optional. Publication order is simpler for most first-time readers.
Is the series complete?
Yes, the main Throne of Glass series has a completed arc ending with Kingdom of Ash.
What should I read next?
Try ACOTAR for more romance-forward fae courts, Crescent City for urban fantasy, or The War of Lost Hearts for completed epic romantic fantasy.