The Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas is 2 books of romantasy that runs on epic and romantic. Spice ranges from 4/5 to 4/5 across the series, clocking in at 1,600 total pages. Here's exactly how to read them in order.
Publication order — the way Sarah J. Maas intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A epic, romantic Adult romantasy built around fated mates, found family, war. 768 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A epic, dark Adult romantasy built around fated mates, found family, war. 832 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
House of Sky and Breath is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the epic energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for House of Sky and Breath →Read the Crescent City series in publication order: 1. House of Sky and Breath, 2. House of Flame and Shadow. This is the intended reading order by Sarah J. Maas.
The Crescent City series has 2 books totaling 1,600 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Crescent City series averages 4/5 spice, with heat ranging from 4/5 to 4/5 across the series.
The Crescent City series is a romantasy series by Sarah J. Maas with epic, romantic, action-packed vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with House of Sky and Breath — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for House of Sky and Breath breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.