Best-selling romantasy author Sarah J. Maas has revealed the titles and covers of the next two books in her viral ACOTAR series.
A Court of Splintered Harmony, the sixth book in the series, will be released October 27, 2026.
And the seventh book, A Court of Forgotten Melody, will hit shelves two and a half months later on January 12, 2027.
Announcing the titles and covers online, SJM sent fans into a spiral, with over 2 million likes on both announcement posts.
Teasing the storyline of both books, she captioned the Instagram posts: “What is broken will be remade” and “What is lost will be reclaimed.” (@sarahjmaas)
Speaking on Call Her Daddy earlier this year, SJM said: “It took me a while to find the right story and be in the right headspace. And then what poured out of me was this, and it poured out very quickly.”
So far, the New York Times best-selling series consists of 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.
A fanbase divided
A stark contrast to the bold colours of the first five books, some fans have taken to social media to share their confusion over the ombré palette on the covers of the upcoming instalments.
@readwithmills_: “They don’t match and I just can’t believe it’s true!”
@thtgirlreads: “Trying to figure out how this is going to match up with my current ACOTAR 1-5 spines.”
Fans are now going wild over what this controversial creative decision could mean.
One of the most popular theories is that the next two books will be crossovers with one of her other series, Throne of Glass or Crescent City.
In a rare public appearance on the podcast Call Her Daddy, host Alex Cooper asked the author if fans should read the other series to be ready for books 6 and 7.
However, all SJM had to say was “you have had long enough,” which many fans have branded cryptic and a likely confirmation of a crossover.
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What is the series about?
Without spoiling too much, the series begins with the introduction of 19-year-old Feyre, who is the sole provider for her family.
After the huntress kills a wolf that turns out to be a shapeshifting faerie, she is targeted by Tamlin, the High Lord of the Spring Court.
As an act of revenge, he takes the girl away from her family and back to the Court to be under his constant supervision in this Beauty and the Beast retelling.
The best fan base in modern literature?
With arguably the most loyal and dedicated fans in the game, the series has sold over 75 million copies worldwide and has been translated into over 38 languages.
Captivating the online book world, #ACOTAR also boasts an impressive 1.3 million videos on TikTok.
BookTokers have even credited the series with reigniting their love for books.
@thedownlore: “ACOTAR is such a common gateway drug back into reading.”
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But why is the series so popular?
Wellness service Steta Therapy say it is because Feyre’s journey has relatable elements: “In ACOTAR, Feyre battles inner demons, faces grief and emerges stronger.
“Her journey mirrors real-life struggles, offering readers hope and comfort during tough times.”
Reading fantasy is good for you
Tapping into the creative side of our brains, it is no surprise the escapist nature of the series is captivating readers, with benefits of reading fantasy including reduced anxiety and stronger empathy skills.
So, whether you are reading the book to get in on the hype or for a bit of escapism, there is no doubt indulging in the new releases is psychologically good for you.
Preorder is available now: A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J. Maas | Waterstones
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