The Rook and Rose series by M.A. Carrick is 3 books of fantasy that runs on dark and atmospheric. Spice ranges from 1/5 to 1/5 across the series, clocking in at 2,080 total pages. Here's exactly how to read them in order.
Publication order — the way M.A. Carrick intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A immersive, dark Adult fantasy built around con artist, hidden identity, political intrigue. 640 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A complex, dark Adult fantasy built around con artist, magic, political intrigue. 688 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A epic, satisfying Adult fantasy built around final con, war, romance. 752 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
The Mask of Mirrors is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the dark energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for The Mask of Mirrors →Read the Rook and Rose series in publication order: 1. The Mask of Mirrors, 2. The Liar's Knot, 3. Labyrinth's Heart. This is the intended reading order by M.A. Carrick.
The Rook and Rose series has 3 books totaling 2,080 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
The Rook and Rose series is low-heat, averaging 1/5. If you want clean or mild reads, this series delivers.
The Rook and Rose series is a fantasy series by M.A. Carrick with dark, atmospheric, complex vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with The Mask of Mirrors — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for The Mask of Mirrors breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.