A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) is a best selling romantasy series by Sarah J. Maas that follows a human protagonist, Feyre Archeron, as she gets thrown into the precarious magical world of Prythian. Initially inspired by the fairytale, Beauty and the Beast, it quickly evolves into an epic journey filled with magical battles, stunning landscapes, and dashing romances. I first discovered ACOTAR through TikTok videos and picked it up on a whim. Although I struggled with the first book, I’m glad I persevered because I adored the subsequent books, primarily Books 2 and 3. The series is super fun and helped me get out of a reading slump that I’d been in for nearly 3 years due to work and school fatigue. ACOTAR is considered high fantasy but very accessible to those who don’t normally read this genre and it’s overall quite feel-good. There are no devastating deaths and there’s plenty of romance. Overall, it’s fun and spicy and there’s a pretty active fanbase that is always coming out with more and more wild fan theories.
ACOTAR Series
How many books are there in ACOTAR?
There are currently 5 published books in the series with an intended 3 more books coming out, so the completed series will have 8 books. Maas has shared that her plans for the last 3 books will tell one long interconnected story that will be split into 4 parts. The release dates for Books 6 and 7 have been confirmed but no information has been released for Book 8 yet.
What is the 1st ACOTAR book about?
The 1st ACOTAR book is simply A Court of Thorns and Roses and introduces readers to our protagonist, Feyre Archeron. By a twist of fate, she accidentally kills a High Fae and in retribution must be imprisoned by High Lord Tamlin in the magical Spring Court.
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What is the 2nd ACOTAR book about?
The 2nd ACOTAR book is titled A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF) and sees Feyre diving deeper into the world of the High Fae and exploring further courts besides the Spring Court. The plot starts to pick up, building anticipation for the next book.
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What is the 3rd ACOTAR book about?
The 3rd ACOTAR book is titled A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR) and serves as a climax for the first three books, bringing together conflicts and character arcs built throughout the first two books.
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What is the 4th ACOTAR book about?
The 4th ACOTAR book is titled A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS) and is the first novella in the series. It is significantly shorter and less plot-driven than the prior books, instead it provides a few brief and intimate glimpses into the characters’ lives.
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What is the 5th ACOTAR book about?
The 5th ACOTAR book is titled A Court of Silver Flames (ACOSF) and shifts away from Feyre’s point of view to one of her sisters instead, Nesta Archeron. The story follows Nesta as she comes to terms with living in the Fae world and dealing with the trauma from the past few books.
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What is the 6th ACOTAR book about?
The title of the 6th book is currently unreleased and nothing has been confirmed about the plot. All we know is that the release date will be October 27, 2026.
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What is the 7th ACOTAR book about?
The title of the 7th book is currently unreleased and nothing has been confirmed about the plot. All we know is that the release date will be January 12, 2027.
Check out my post for a live countdown for ACOTAR 7!
What is the 8th ACOTAR book about?
No information has been released about the 8th book at this time.
Does ACOTAR have any bonus chapters?
Yes! Sarah J. Maas has written special bonus chapters and deleted scenes over the years that she has released through retail partnerships or through her own publisher, Bloomsbury. There are 3 total Bonus Chapters for ACOTAR.
ACOMAF Wings and Embers: Nesta and Cassian (Target Exclusive)
Cassian, the confident Illyrian general, is sent to the human realm to deliver a message for Rhysand. There, he crosses paths again with Feyre’s strong-willed sister, Nesta, whose sharp wit has kept him intrigued since their first tense meeting. Read after Chapter 38 in A Court of Mist and Fury.
ACOSF Feyre and Rhysand (Barnes & Noble Exclusive)
Feyre and Rhysand share a quiet, intimate moment during Starfall. They reflect on their journey, the challenges ahead, and their love for one another under the glittering night sky. Read after Chapter 21 in A Court of Silver Flames.
ACOSF Azriel (Books-A-Million Exclusive)
Azriel grapples with his feelings for Elain and the tension with his brothers. A fleeting moment with Elain leaves him conflicted, forcing him to confront the boundaries of his desires and his role within the Inner Circle. Read after Chapter 58 in A Court of Silver Flames.
Read Azriel’s Bonus Chapter.
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