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It’s been five years since Sarah J. Maas last invited readers into the world of Prythian, but the wait for another A Court of Thorns and Roses book is nearly over. Better yet, fans have two new installments to look forward to, and they’re arriving less than three months apart.
A Court of Splintered Harmony, the sixth book in Maas’ bestselling romantasy series, officially hits shelves Tuesday, Oct. 27. Its follow-up, A Court of Forgotten Melody, is scheduled for Jan. 12, 2027. Both titles are available to preorder through Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Bloomsbury.
The upcoming novels introduce The Valkyrie Cycle, a new chapter in the fantasy saga that began with A Court of Thorns and Roses in 2015. According to the publisher’s official synopsis, Book 6 follows a growing threat from Koschei the Deathless, whose potential return puts Prythian’s already fragile alliances to the test.
BOOK 6
A Court of Splintered Harmony: The Valkyrie Cycle, Movement I
Set to release Oct. 27, 2026.
And if the title A Court of Forgotten Melody sounds particularly musical, that’s fitting for an author whose stories have long been shaped by what she’s listening to.
Maas has previously discussed her love of classical music and film scores, which help her imagine everything from individual characters to entire scenes. In fact, she has been known to organize her writing playlists chronologically, creating a soundtrack that follows the events of her books.
BOOK 7
A Court of Forgotten Melody: The Valkyrie Cycle, Movements II & III
Set to release Jan. 12, 2027.
For readers, there’s another way to experience that cinematic quality. GraphicAudio offers dramatized adaptations of the existing ACOTAR novels, complete with full-cast performances, music and sound effects that bring the Night Court to life.
Meanwhile, the sixth installment will be available in hardcover for a list price of $32, while the seventh carries a $38 list price. Readers can also choose digital editions.
For anyone hoping to get a head start on the next chapter, Barnes & Noble is hosting midnight release parties on Monday (Oct. 26) ahead of the book’s official Tuesday release.
What Is the ‘ACOTAR’ Series About? A Spoiler-Free Summary
For anyone new to Prythian, A Court of Thorns and Roses follows Feyre Archeron, a 19-year-old human huntress whose life takes an unexpected turn after she kills a wolf in the woods. What follows is an introduction to a magical world ruled by powerful faeries, where ancient curses, dangerous bargains and forbidden romance are only the beginning.
Inspired by fairy tales like Beauty and the Beast, the series blends high fantasy with romance, political intrigue and plenty of morally gray characters. Across five books, Maas expands the world of Prythian, introducing readers to its seven courts, complicated alliances and an unforgettable cast of characters.
The series currently includes five published installments, beginning with A Court of Thorns and Roses and ending with 2021’s A Court of Silver Flames.
