The Wait is Over: ACOTAR 6 & 7 Titles, Covers Revealed
Sarah J. Maas Reveals Titles for the Next Two "A Court of Thorns and Roses" Books
The Big News: Two New Books Are Coming!
Bestselling fantasy author Sarah J. Maas has officially announced the titles and release dates for the sixth and seventh books in her wildly popular A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series. Fans have been waiting eagerly for this news, and it was revealed in a splashy way—think Instagram posts and giant digital billboards lighting up in Los Angeles, Denver, and New York City all at the same time!
Meet the New Books
Here is the quick cheat sheet for the upcoming installments:
| Book Number | Title | Release Date | Special Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book 6 | A Court of Splintered Harmony | October 27, 2025 | Labeled: "The Valkyrie Cycle: Movement I" |
| Book 7 | A Court of Forgotten Melody | January 12, 2027 | Labeled: "The Valkyrie Cycle: Movements II and III" |
Important Callout: Both books are published by Bloomsbury. The "Valkyrie Cycle" labeling suggests these two books tell one giant, connected story arc—almost like a two-part movie event!
What Are These Books About? (The Tiny Hints)
Sarah J. Maas is famous for keeping secrets, but she gave us two poetic, one-sentence teasers:
- For A Court of Splintered Harmony:
"What was broken will be remade."
- For A Court of Forgotten Melody:
"What was lost will be reclaimed."
In ELI5 terms: Expect healing, rebuilding, and finding things (or people!) that went missing in the earlier books.
Quick Recap: What Is ACOTAR Anyway?
If you are new here, here is the "Too Long; Didn’t Read" version:
- The Series: A high-fantasy romance series (fairies, magic, romance, war).
- The Heroes: It follows three human sisters—Feyre, Nesta, and Elain Archeron—who get pulled into the magical, dangerous faerie realm of Prythian.
- The Vibe: Think Beauty and the Beast meets The Hunger Games with way more magic and steamy romance.
- Current Count: There are 5 books out right now (the last one, A Court of Silver Flames, focused heavily on Nesta).
The TV Show Update: What Happened to the Hulu Series?
You might have heard a TV show was in the works. Here is the short version of that rollercoaster:
- 2021: Hulu and Disney’s 20th Television announced a series adaptation.
- The Team: Ronald D. Moore (famous for Battlestar Galactica and Outlander) was set to run the show, working directly with Maas.
- February 2025: The project was scrapped (canceled) due to "creative differences."
- The Silver Lining: The rights have reverted back to Sarah J. Maas. She now controls the TV/movie future of her characters completely.
Why Is Sarah J. Maas Such a Big Deal?
She isn’t just a "one series wonder." She is a fantasy powerhouse:
- Other Hit Series: Throne of Glass and Crescent City.
- Total Sales: Over 85 million copies sold in English alone.
- Global Reach: Published in 40 languages.
- Fanbase: She has a massive, dedicated global community (affectionately called the "Maas-verse").
Summary: What You Need to Know Right Now
- Book 6 (Splintered Harmony) drops October 27, 2025.
- Book 7 (Forgotten Melody) drops January 12, 2027.
- They form a "Valkyrie Cycle" duology (Movement I + Movements II/III).
- Themes: Remaking the broken, reclaiming the lost.
- The Hulu TV show is dead, but Maas owns the rights again.
- Pre-orders will likely open soon—keep an eye on Bloomsbury or your local bookstore!
FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered
1. Do I need to read all 5 previous books before these new ones?
Yes, absolutely. This is a continuous story with massive spoilers. Start with A Court of Thorns and Roses (Book 1).
2. What is "The Valkyrie Cycle"?
It’s the name for this specific two-book arc within the larger series. "Movement I" is Book 6; "Movements II and III" are combined into Book 7. It implies a symphonic, multi-part structure to the finale.
3. Will Feyre and Rhysand be the main characters again?
Maas has been shifting perspectives lately (Book 4 was a novella, Book 5 focused on Nesta). She hasn’t confirmed the POV (Point of View) characters for Books 6 & 7 yet, but fans speculate it will be a multi-POV ensemble cast wrapping up everyone’s stories.
4. Is the TV show really dead forever?
The Hulu/Disney version is dead. However, because Maas got the rights back, she can now shop the project to Netflix, Amazon, HBO, or anyone else. So, a show is still very possible—just not the one that was in development.
5. Where can I see the covers?
Maas posted the cover reveals on her official Instagram (@sarahjmaas). Since the article mentions embedded Instagram posts were included in the original source, head straight to her profile for the high-res artwork!
Happy reading! Get your TBR (To-Be-Read) piles ready—the wait for October 2025 starts now.