3 books. 1,692 pages. Dark energy from start to finish. The Serpent & Dove series by Shelby Mahurin is the kind of ya fantasy commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way Shelby Mahurin intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A romantic, witty Adult ya fantasy built around enemies to lovers, forced marriage, witch/hunter. 524 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A dark, romantic Adult ya fantasy built around war, forbidden love, magic. 560 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A epic, dark Adult ya fantasy built around final battle, sacrifice, love conquers. 608 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
Serpent & Dove 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 Serpent & Dove →Read the Serpent & Dove series in publication order: 1. Serpent & Dove, 2. Blood & Honey, 3. Gods & Monsters. This is the intended reading order by Shelby Mahurin.
The Serpent & Dove series has 3 books totaling 1,692 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
The Serpent & Dove series has moderate heat, averaging 2/5 spice. Some books are spicier than others — the range is 2/5 to 2/5.
The Serpent & Dove series is a ya fantasy series by Shelby Mahurin with dark, romantic, witty vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with Serpent & Dove — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for Serpent & Dove breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.