2 books. 832 pages. Dark energy from start to finish. The Stars and Shadows series by Holly Renee is the kind of romantasy commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way Holly Renee intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A dark, romantic Adult romantasy built around fae, enemies to lovers, hidden power. 400 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A epic, romantic Adult romantasy built around war, fae, established couple. 432 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows 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 A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows →Read the Stars and Shadows series in publication order: 1. A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows, 2. A Crown of Stars and Glory. This is the intended reading order by Holly Renee.
The Stars and Shadows series has 2 books totaling 832 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Stars and Shadows series averages 4/5 spice, with heat ranging from 4/5 to 4/5 across the series.
The Stars and Shadows series is a romantasy series by Holly Renee with dark, romantic, steamy vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.