Finished Heir of Fire? Read These 10 Books Next
Just finished the thrilling journey of Heir of Fire and craving more epic fantasy, magic, and kick-butt heroines? You've come to the right place! We've curated the perfect reading list that captures the same essence of adventure, political intrigue, and heart-pounding romance that made Sarah J. Maas's novel impossible to put down.
Editor's Top Match
Throne of Glass
by Sarah J. Maas
Why it's the perfect match
The obvious first choice! This is where it all began for the Throne of Glass series, introducing you to the fierce Celaena Sardothien and the world that fans of Heir of Fire have come to love. Reading the series in order provides the complete experience of character development and world-building.
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A Court of Thorns and Roses
by Sarah J. Maas
Another masterpiece from the same author, this series offers the same lush world-building, steamy romance, and fierce female protagonist. Feyre's journey mirrors Celaena's growth and features the same level of political intrigue and magical elements.
From Blood and Ash
by Jennifer L. Armentrout
With a strong female protagonist, forbidden romance, and a rich fantasy world, this series will appeal to fans of Heir of Fire's action-packed sequences and emotional depth. The protagonist's transformation mirrors Celaena's own journey.
Fourth Wing
by Rebecca Yarros
Perfect for readers who loved the dragon elements in Heir of Fire. This high-stakes fantasy features a fierce heroine, deadly trials, and steamy romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat just like Maas's novel.
The Priory of the Orange Tree
by Samantha Shannon
Epic fantasy at its finest, with dragons, magic, and multiple perspectives. This standalone novel delivers the same sweeping scope and intricate political machinations as Heir of Fire, but with its own unique twist.
The Girl of Fire and Thorns
by Rae Carson
Featuring a chosen one trope with a unique twist, this novel follows a young princess discovering her unexpected powers. Like Celaena, Elisa undergoes tremendous growth and transformation in a richly imagined fantasy world.
Seraphina
by Rachel Hartman
For those who loved the political intrigue and unique magical systems in Heir of Fire, this novel offers a fresh take on dragons and human coexistence with a protagonist who must navigate complex relationships and her own identity.
Red Queen
by Victoria Aveyard
If the power struggles and class divisions in Heir of Fire captivated you, this series delivers similar political tension with a red/blue blood system and a strong protagonist fighting against oppression in a fantasy world.
The Queen's Thief
by Megan Whalen Turner
For readers who appreciated the cunning and intelligence of characters in Heir of Fire, this series features clever plotting, political maneuvering, and a protagonist whose wit is his greatest weapon.
The Bear and the Nightingale
by Katherine Arden
For those who loved the Russian-inspired elements and magic systems in Heir of Fire, this novel offers a beautiful blend of folklore, mythology, and a strong female protagonist finding her place in a changing world.
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