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Red Rising
Dune
Throne of Glass
Red Rising
One of my favorite series of ALL TIME. Every book in the series hits harder than the last. Sci-fi/Dystopian with sociopolitical commentary. Action packed, unforgettable characters, and a Roman-inspired caste system.
Reading Order:
Red Rising
Golden...
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️
Red Rising (Red Rising Series #1) by Pierce Brown, Paperback
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ My second favorite book of the entire series❤️
Golden Son (Red Rising Series #2) by Pierce Brown, Paperback
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Emotional but satisfying ending to the original trilogy❤️
Morning Star by Pierce Brown (Red Rising Series #3)
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ A decade after the original trilogy takes place. I loved the original trilogy but the later books took it to another level for me❤️
Iron Gold (Red Rising Series #4) by Pierce Brown, Paperback
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️
Dark Age by Pierce Brown (Red Rising Series #5)
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ My favorite of the entire series❤️
Light Bringer (Red Rising Series #6) by Pierce Brown, Paperback
Dune
So much of this trilogy has stayed with me. Sci-fi with rich world-building and sociopolitical depth. Heavy but worth it❤️
Reading order:
Dune
Dune Messiah
Children of Dune
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Disclaimer: It can be a heavy read. If you are struggling, I actually recommend watching the two-part movie adaptations first (This might be the only time I’ll ever say the movie first helps).This story is tot...
Dune by Frank Herbert, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Less action and more dialogue than the first book. An exploration of power and the cost of being a god. Super thought-provoking read❤️
Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Not a light or easy read, but the payoff is worth it. Themes of control, transformation, and sacrifice. I grew so attached to these characters❤️
Children of Dune by Frank Herbert, Paperback
Throne of Glass
The series starts out as a typical YA fantasy (assassin, love triangle, a deadly competition) but evolves into something emotional and unforgettable. I constantly think about these characters.
My recommended reading order:
Throne of Glass
Crown of M...
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Who doesn’t love a badass female assassin?
Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass Series #1) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️
Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass Series #2) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ This is where the story starts to shift. Packed with grief, identity, and growth❤️
Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass Series #3) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 3 stars on Goodreads⭐️ A prequel novella collection that is a must for fully understanding the series. Some people read this book first but I recommend reading this book fourth (after Heir of Fire, before Queen of Shadows) for full ...
The Assassin's Blade: The Throne of Glass Novellas
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ The build-up from the previous books finally starts to pay off❤️
Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass Series #4) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 5 stars on Goodreads⭐️ One of my favorite in the series. Fast-paced and plot twists❤️
Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass Series #5) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ Slower paced but filled with grief, healing, vulnerability, and growth❤️
Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass Series #6) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I rated this book 4 stars on Goodreads⭐️ The arcs of almost every character? Chef’s kiss👌🏻 Satisfying ending but yes, you will cry💔
Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass Series #7) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback