A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR)
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A deadly huntress. An immortal faerie. A curse that threatens worlds. Maas's #1 bestselling romantasy phenomenon blends Beauty and the Beast with passionate romance, fierce battles, and political intrigue across the magical faerie courts of Prythian.
A Court of Thorns and Roses is a fantasy romance series by American author Sarah J. Maas, which follows the journey of 19-year-old Feyre Archeron after she is brought into the faerie lands of Prythian. The series has sold over 13 million copies and has become a TikTok phenomenon with billions of views, captivating readers with its blend of fierce romance, complex characters, and breathtaking faerie lore.
When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world. As she adapts to her new home, her feelings for the faerie, Tamlin, transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie she's been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae.
But something is not right in the faerie lands. An ancient, wicked shadow is growing, and Feyre must find a way to stop it, or doom Tamlin - and his world - forever. As the series unfolds across five books - A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames - Feyre's journey evolves from survival to self-discovery, exploring themes of trauma, healing, identity, and empowerment.
A mix of romance and adventure, the first book is considered a modern "Beauty and the Beast" retelling that captures readers into the fantasy lands of Prythian. The series explores the seven faerie courts of Prythian, each with distinct powers and politics, as Feyre navigates love, betrayal, war, and her own transformation into a force powerful enough to reshape the faerie world.
The series is a New York Times Best Seller and has been optioned by Hulu for a television series adaptation by Ronald D. Moore. With a sixth book confirmed by Maas, the ACOTAR universe continues to expand, offering readers an immersive escape into a world where passion, danger, and magic collide in unforgettable ways.
Perfect for fans of romantasy, strong female protagonists, intricate political intrigue, and fairy tale retellings with a dark, passionate edge.
Books in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series
About Sarah J. Maas
#1 New York Times bestselling author with 75+ million copies sold worldwide. Creator of Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City series. Reigning queen of romantasy. Published in 40 languages with billions of TikTok views.