What is the Throne of Glass tandem read?

The tandem read is reading Empire of Storms (Book 5) and Tower of Dawn (Book 6) simultaneously chapter-by-chapter, because both novels occur at the exact same time in different locations of the world.

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Throne of Glass Books in Order

Throne of Glass follows Celaena Sardothien, an 18-year-old assassin in the Kingdom of Adarlan. Explore the full publication and chronological sequence below, complete with book summaries, ratings, and purchase links.

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8 Books in Series

What is the recommended reading order for Throne of Glass?

The best reading order for Throne of Glass: 1. The Assassin's Blade (Prequel), 2. Throne of Glass, 3. Crown of Midnight, 4. Heir of Fire, 5. Queen of Shadows, 6. Empire of Storms, 7. Tower of Dawn, 8. Kingdom of Ash.

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Book #1

The Assassin's Blade

4.8 / 5.0

Published: 2014448 pages

Five prequel novellas detailing Celaena Sardothien's deadly missions as Adarlan's Assassin.

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Book #2

Throne of Glass

4.7 / 5.0

Published: 2012432 pages

Celaena is dragged from Endovier slave mines to compete in a deadly tournament for King's Champion.

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Book #3

Crown of Midnight

4.8 / 5.0

Published: 2013448 pages

As King's Champion, Celaena must secretly defy the tyrant king while protecting those she loves.

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Start with The Assassin's Blade (prequel novella collection) for the emotional chronological impact, followed by Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Queen of Shadows, Empire of Storms, Tower of Dawn, and Kingdom of Ash.