The Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas is 2 books of fantasy that runs on emotional and romantic. Spice ranges from 3/5 to 3/5 across the series, clocking in at 1,640 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 emotional, romantic Young Adult fantasy built around disability rep, new world, slow burn. 660 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A epic, devastating Young Adult fantasy built around final battle, sacrifice, war. 980 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
Tower of Dawn is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the emotional energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for Tower of Dawn →Read the Throne of Glass series in publication order: 1. Tower of Dawn, 2. Kingdom of Ash. This is the intended reading order by Sarah J. Maas.
The Throne of Glass series has 2 books totaling 1,640 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Throne of Glass series averages 3/5 spice, with heat ranging from 3/5 to 3/5 across the series.
The Throne of Glass series is a fantasy series by Sarah J. Maas with emotional, romantic, adventurous vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with Tower of Dawn — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for Tower of Dawn breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.