If you are a fan of fantasy and romance, you might have heard of the popular series A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas. But did you know that ACOTAR is not the only series set in Maas’ sprawling and magical multiverse? In fact, there are two other series that are connected to ACOTAR in subtle and surprising ways: Throne of Glass (TOG) and Crescent City (CC).
In this article, we will explore how these three series are related, what are the clues and hints that Maas has dropped along the way, and what we can expect from the upcoming crossover books that will link ACOTAR and CC.
What is ACOTAR?
ACOTAR is a fantasy-romance series for new adults, which means it is aimed at readers who are in their 20s and enjoy mature themes and content. The series follows Feyre Archeron, a young huntress who is taken captive by a powerful faerie lord named Tamlin after she kills a wolf in the woods. She soon discovers that Tamlin is not the beast he seems, but a cursed High Lord of one of the seven courts of Prythian, a hidden land of faeries that is divided by seasons and elements.
As Feyre falls in love with Tamlin, she also learns that Prythian is under threat from a dark and ancient evil that lurks under the mountain, and that she might be the key to breaking the curse and saving the land. Along the way, she meets other intriguing characters, such as Rhysand, the mysterious and seductive High Lord of the Night Court, who has a bond with Feyre that goes beyond anything she ever imagined.
ACOTAR is inspired by various fairy tales and myths, such as Beauty and the Beast, Hades and Persephone, Celtic folklore, and more. The series currently has five books: A Court of Thorns and Roses, A Court of Mist and Fury, A Court of Wings and Ruin, A Court of Frost and Starlight, and A Court of Silver Flames. The sixth book, A Court of Embers and Light, is expected to be released in February 2023.
What is TOG?
TOG is another fantasy-romance series for new adults by Sarah J. Maas, which was published before ACOTAR. The series follows Celaena Sardothien, a notorious assassin who is offered a chance to win her freedom by competing in a deadly tournament to become the King’s Champion. However, Celaena soon realizes that there is more at stake than her own life, as she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to destroy her world.
As Celaena embarks on a journey of self-discovery, magic, and destiny, she also finds love and friendship in unexpected places. She meets Chaol Westfall, the loyal captain of the guard; Dorian Havilliard, the charming crown prince; Nehemia Ytger, the rebellious princess of Eyllwe; Rowan Whitethorn, the fierce Fae warrior; Aedion Ashryver, the blood-sworn cousin; Manon Blackbeak, the ruthless witch leader; Lysandra Ennar, the shapeshifting courtesan; Elide Lochan, the cunning survivor; Lorcan Salvaterre, the deadly Fae commander; and many more.
TOG is influenced by various sources, such as Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Greek mythology, Norse mythology, Arthurian legend, Egyptian mythology, and more. The series has eight books: Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Queen of Shadows, Empire of Storms, Tower of Dawn, Kingdom of Ash, and The Assassin’s Blade (a collection of prequel novellas).
What is CC?
CC is the newest fantasy-romance series for new adults by Sarah J. Maas, which was published after ACOTAR and TOG. The series follows Bryce Quinlan, a half-human half-Fae party girl who lives in Crescent City, a modern metropolis where humans coexist with various supernatural races. Bryce’s life is shattered when her best friend Danika Fendyr, a werewolf alpha, is brutally murdered by a demon. Two years later, Bryce is recruited by Hunt Athalar, a fallen angel enslaved by the Archangels who rule over Crescent City, to help him investigate a string of murders that seem to be connected to Danika’s death. As Bryce and Hunt delve deeper into the mystery, they also discover a dark conspiracy that threatens to unleash an ancient evil upon their world.
CC is inspired by various genres and themes, such as urban fantasy, paranormal romance, mystery, thriller, horror, and more. The series currently has two books: House of Earth and Blood and House of Sky and Breath. The third book, House of Flame and Shadow, is expected to be released in January 2024.
While ACOTAR, TOG, and CC are set in different worlds and times, they are all part of the same multiverse created by Sarah J. Maas. This means that there are connections and references between the series that hint at a larger and more complex story.
One of the main connections is the existence of world gates, which are portals that allow travel between different worlds. These gates are often guarded by powerful beings or hidden in secret locations. In TOG, we learn that there are 36 worlds in the multiverse, and that some of them
