Reading Order Guide
Kingdom of Lies Reading Order
Complete Order
All 3 Books, In Order
The recommended reading order for the Kingdom of Lies series. Start with book one and enjoy the ride.
A Court This Cruel and Lovely
A dark, romantic Adult romantasy built around hidden power, enemies to lovers, dark prince. 420 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
A Kingdom This Cursed and Empty
A dark, romantic Adult romantasy built around war, forbidden love, power. 496 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
A Throne This Heavy and Bone
A epic, dark Adult romantasy built around war, resolution, power. 528 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
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Kingdom of Lies Series Questions
Read the Kingdom of Lies series in publication order: 1. A Court This Cruel and Lovely, 2. A Kingdom This Cursed and Empty, 3. A Throne This Heavy and Bone. This is the intended reading order by Stacia Stark.
The Kingdom of Lies series has 3 books totaling 1,444 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the Kingdom of Lies series runs 3.3/5 average spice, ranging from 3 to 4. Expect heat.
Start with A Court This Cruel and Lovely — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for A Court This Cruel and Lovely breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.
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