Bestselling author Sarah J. Maas has recently unveiled the release dates for two highly anticipated books in her popular romantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In a podcast interview with Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy, Maas shared that the sequel to 2021’s A Court of Silver Flames will hit shelves on October 27, with a seventh installment scheduled for January 12, 2027.
Maas expressed her excitement about the massive story that unfolded while she was writing, emphasizing the unexpected energy she poured into the narrative. The forthcoming books will continue the fantasy romance tale of three sisters navigating a captivating yet perilous Fae realm, unfolding across multiple installments rather than a conventional trilogy.
Having already achieved immense success with series like Crescent City and Throne of Glass, Maas boasts over 75 million book sales globally in 40 languages. Credited for popularizing the romantasy genre, her influence led to a surge in BookTok activity during the pandemic.
Bloomsbury, Maas’s publisher, witnessed a significant increase in shares following the announcement, with Chief Executive Nigel Newton expressing enthusiasm for the upcoming releases. The ACOTAR series, originally spanning from 2015 to 2021, gained renewed attention due to dedicated fans on TikTok, prompting the commission of three additional books in 2023.
Acknowledging the prolonged wait for the sixth ACOTAR installment, Maas attributed the delay to personal challenges that needed resolution before she could craft the right narrative. While she refrained from unveiling specific details like titles and covers, she hinted at the extensive storytelling that compelled her to spread the saga across three books.
Fans eagerly anticipating the continuation of Feyre, Nesta, Elain, and the charismatic Night Court figures like Rhysland, Cassian, and Azriel have expressed sheer delight at the release updates shared by Maas on Instagram and other platforms. The news has sparked immense joy and anticipation among readers, with many lauding Maas’s commitment to delivering two books within a short timeframe, contrasting with other authors like George R.R. Martin, known for prolonged gaps between book releases.