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Any Way the Wind Blows

by Rainbow Rowell · Simon Snow #3 · 496 pages · Published July 2021
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
4.07 / 5 across 72K ratings
Spice: 🌶️ (1/5)

The cozy, emotional conclusion to the Simon Snow trilogy. Simon and Baz navigate life after the war while new magical threats emerge. 496 pages.

Best for readers who want…

Cozy. Funny. Emotional.

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  • You haven't read Carry On and Wayward Son
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  • You prefer standalone novels
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Content notes

Violence Mental Health Homophobia
Found Family
Established Couple
Magic World
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

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Mood profile
Romance
40%
Fantasy
60%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
1/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Fantasy
Contemporary Fantasy
LGBTQ+
Moods
Cozy
Funny
Emotional
Key Tropes
Found Family
Established Couple
Magic World
Ending
Satisfying
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FAQ

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Do I need to read the Simon Snow books in order?

Yes — start with Carry On, then Wayward Son, then this book.

Who would enjoy Any Way the Wind Blows?

Fans of Carry On who want closure for Simon and Baz. Readers who love cozy fantasy with LGBTQ+ romance.

What kind of read is Any Way the Wind Blows?

The cozy, emotional conclusion to the Simon Snow trilogy. 496 pages focused on healing, relationships, and found family.

Is this book spicy?

Sweet (1/5) — romance is present and tender but not explicit.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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