The latest update regardingA Court of Thorns & Rosesbook 6 is not just amazing news for fans; it’s also a great reminder to read throughSarah J. Maas' other viral fantasy series.Updates on the nextCourt of Thorns & Rosesbookhave been minimal until recently, with little information dropping afterA Court of Silver Flamescame out four years ago.
However, Maas’ announcement onInstagramhas completely changed that, with the author finally giving readers insight into her progress onACOTARbook 6. That will no doubt result in many people re-reading A Court of Thorns & Roses in anticipation. However,there’s another Maas series that should be at the top of any TBR pile as we get closer to book 6:Crescent City.
Crescent City’s Latest Installment Was Published in 2024
Maas' update that she’sfinished with the first drafts forA Court of Thorns & Rosesbook 6is big news, as it indicates that we could get further details very soon — and the book itself within the next year or two. There’s no word on which characters the next installment will follow or what it will be about. However, there’s a good chance readers should catch up onCrescent Citybeforehand.
For one, theCrescent Citybooks highlight how Maas has grown as a writer sinceA Court of Thorns & Roses. Seeing her progress could be exciting, especially for fans of her previous series.
That alone makesCrescent Citya worthy read, especially asCrescent City’surban fantasy setting lets Maas explore themes of redemption, love, and friendship in new ways. However,its more direct connections toA Court of Thorns & Rosesis what truly makes it a must-readbefore book 6’s arrival.
Why Readers Should Catch Up On Crescent City Before The Next ACOTAR Novel
The Two Series Crossed Over In House Of Flame & Shadow
Crescent City’s third novel included a brief crossover into the world ofA Court of Thorns & Roses,making the trilogy necessary reading before the release of book 6.Crescent City’sACOTARcrossoversawBryce accidentally arriving in Velaris, allowing her to meet the Inner Circleand discover new secrets before departing.
Bryce arrived in Velaris in Chapter 78 ofHouse of Sky and Breath.
Even though her stay was brief,Bryce’s entry intoA Court of Thorns & Rosesdid give readers insight into the relationships and the state of the world after book 5, including Nesta’s arc. Parts of Prythian’s history that had previously been unknown were also revealed here, with a few moments hinting at what could occur in book 6’s storyline.
If those hints end up coming to fruition in book 6, it would truly connect the two series and make the final fight with Koshei all the more exciting for readers. That, combined with the amazing storytelling contained withinCrescent City,truly makes it a great series to read as the wait for moreA Court of Thorns & Rosescontinues.
