After a five-year wait, renowned author Sarah J. Maas has unveiled the release dates for two new books in her immensely popular romantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In a recent interview on Alex Cooper’s podcast “Call Her Daddy,” Maas disclosed that the sequel to 2021’s A Court of Silver Flames will hit shelves on October 27, with a seventh installment slated for January 12, 2027.
Describing the upcoming narrative as a significant revelation, Maas shared that the creative process was intense and unexpectedly prolific. The forthcoming fantasy romance saga, spanning three books across four parts, delves into the lives of three sisters navigating a captivating yet perilous Fae realm. Maas emphasized that the series is designed to be experienced as a cohesive, expansive narrative rather than a traditional trilogy.
Having sold over 75 million books globally in 40 languages, Maas is widely recognized for her contributions to the romantasy genre, which gained momentum with the surge of BookTok during the pandemic. The announcement of Maas’s new releases sent Bloomsbury’s shares soaring by 20%, marking a rare publishing feat with two novels set to launch within a span of 11 weeks.
Acknowledging the prolonged anticipation surrounding the sixth ACOTAR installment, Maas revealed the challenges she faced in crafting the intricate storyline. While details such as titles and covers remain undisclosed, Maas hinted at the epic scale of the narrative, necessitating its expansion into three distinct books.
Enthusiastic fans, eagerly awaiting the continuation of Feyre, Nesta, Elain, and the beloved characters of the Night Court, expressed elation at the news. Social media buzzed with excitement as followers lauded Maas for the upcoming releases, with one fan celebrating the rare treat of an author delivering two books in quick succession, drawing a playful comparison to the delayed progress of another famed author, George R.R. Martin.
In conclusion, Sarah J. Maas’s forthcoming releases have sparked widespread anticipation and delight among fans, setting the stage for an eagerly awaited journey into the enchanting world of ACOTAR.
