Bestselling author Sarah J. Maas has unveiled the release dates for two highly anticipated new books in her popular romantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), after a five-year wait. During an interview on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast, Maas disclosed that the sequel to 2021’s A Court of Silver Flames will hit shelves on October 27, followed by the seventh book on January 12, 2027.
Maas described the creative process behind the upcoming novels as a significant and unexpected outpouring of storytelling energy. The series, which revolves around three sisters navigating a perilous Fae realm, will unfold across four parts spanning three books rather than a traditional trilogy, according to Maas.
Having previously authored the successful Crescent City and Throne of Glass series, Maas boasts a global readership exceeding 75 million and has been instrumental in popularizing the romantasy genre, particularly through the rise of BookTok during the pandemic. Bloomsbury, Maas’s publisher, experienced a 20% surge in shares following the announcement of the new books.
Acknowledging the anticipation surrounding the sixth ACOTAR installment, Maas explained that the extended writing process was necessary to align with her creative vision and personal circumstances. While details such as titles and covers remain under wraps, Maas hinted at the epic nature of the narrative, necessitating a trilogy format to do justice to the story.
Fans eagerly awaiting the continuation of the ACOTAR saga, including the fate of beloved characters like Feyre and the Night Court trio, have expressed overwhelming joy at the release date news. The announcement has sparked excitement and admiration within the fan community, with many lauding Maas for her prolific output compared to other authors like George R.R. Martin.
