What to Read After A Court of Thorns and Roses, Crescent City, and Shadow and Bone

If you’ve just finished devouring A Court of Thorns and Roses, Crescent City, or Shadow and Bone and are craving more epic fantasy worlds, swoon-worthy romance, and high-stakes adventure, you're in the right place! These stories hooked us with their complex characters, magic-infused plots, and jaw-dropping twists. Now that you’re looking for your next obsession, I’ve got a list of must-reads that will fill that fantasy-shaped hole in your heart.

1. Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin

Witches, witch hunters, and a marriage of convenience? Serpent & Dove pulls you into a world where magic and religion are at odds. Lou is a witch hiding from her coven, and Reid is a witch hunter sworn to destroy her kind—until they are forced to marry. The enemies-to-lovers romance and rich world-building will instantly remind you of the tension and magic in A Court of Thorns and Roses.

2. Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas

If you loved ACOTAR, why not dive into Sarah J. Maas' other popular series, Throne of Glass? This epic fantasy follows Celaena Sardothien, an assassin who gets caught up in palace intrigue, ancient magic, and political power plays. Like Crescent City, it weaves in complex plotlines, slow-burn romance, and rich world-building that will leave you hooked.

3. Furyborn by Claire Legrand

Told across two timelines, Furyborn features two fierce women connected by prophecy, magic, and the fate of the world. Rielle can control all seven elements but must prove she’s not the foretold evil queen. A thousand years later, Eliana fights for survival as her world falls apart. The elemental magic and stakes feel similar to Shadow and Bone, with a gripping plot to match.

4. The Folk of the Air series by Holly Black

If you’re looking for court intrigue, political scheming, and a dark, dangerous faerie realm, The Cruel Prince is for you. Jude is a mortal girl living in a faerie court, where she must outwit the trickster fae and carve out a place for herself. The morally gray characters and tense court politics make this perfect for fans of the fae courts in A Court of Thorns and Roses.

5. The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon

Ready for a true epic? The Priory of the Orange Tree is a sprawling standalone novel with dragons, queens, and forbidden magic. The story revolves around a queen who must produce an heir, a dragon rider fighting for her people, and a hidden group of mages trying to prevent an ancient evil from rising. The sweeping world-building and strong female leads make this a must-read for Crescent City fans.

6. Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

If you loved Shadow and Bone but haven’t read Six of Crows yet, now is the time. Set in the same Grishaverse, this story follows a ragtag crew of criminals as they plan an impossible heist. Packed with action, banter, and deep character development, this duology has the same magic and danger you loved in Shadow and Bone, but with a darker, grittier edge.

7. Caraval by Stephanie Garber

Caraval is a whimsical, enchanting tale of two sisters swept into a magical game where nothing is as it seems. Scarlett has always dreamed of attending Caraval, a once-a-year performance where the audience participates in the show. But when her sister is kidnapped, Scarlett must solve the mysteries of Caraval before time runs out. If you loved the intrigue and romance of ACOTAR, this series is perfect.

8. Blood and Ash series by Jennifer L. Armentrout

If you’re in the mood for more steamy fantasy romance, From Blood and Ash is a top choice. Poppy, a maiden forbidden to experience life, discovers a world of passion and danger when she meets Hawke, her new guard. This series is filled with twists, forbidden romance, and epic battles that will remind you of the intensity of A Court of Thorns and Roses.

9. The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon

For a dystopian twist on fantasy, The Bone Season blends clairvoyance with rebellion. Paige is a dreamwalker, one of the rare clairvoyants hunted by the government in a future London. When she’s captured, she learns of a darker conspiracy beneath the city. If you loved the deep world-building and mysteries of Crescent City, this series will draw you in.

10. The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi

This historical fantasy takes you to Paris, where a group of misfit treasure hunters with magical abilities must pull off a dangerous mission. The Gilded Wolves offers rich world-building, intricate puzzles, and a diverse cast of characters. The blend of magic, adventure, and found family makes this perfect for fans of Shadow and Bone and Six of Crows.

These books are packed with the same magic, romance, and epic adventure you loved in A Court of Thorns and Roses, Crescent City, and Shadow and Bone. Whether you’re in the mood for more fae courts, high-stakes heists, or sweeping fantasy worlds, these reads will keep you enchanted. Let me know if you’ve read any of these or if you have your own recommendations to share!