Sarah J. Maas is one author who has capitalized on the newfound popularity of the fantasy-romance genre withA Court of Thorns and Roses. The enchanting blend of epic fantasy worlds and swoon-worthy romance has turned romantasy into an unstoppable industry, captivating readers and skyrocketing in popularity over the past decade. While many romantasy authors write about Fae characters, none quite capture the unique charm ofACOTAR,and none adequately quell the popular demand for thenextACOTARbook, whichseems to be the most highly-anticipated upcoming release of the genre.
Of thebest fantasy books coming out in November 2024, there were various new romantasy titles includingWe Shall Be Monstersby Alyssa Wees andThe Songbird & the Heart of Stoneby Carissa Broadbent. Yet one upcoming November release stands out among the rest as an ideal replacement forACOTAR.Servant of Earthis the first book inThe Shards of Magicseries by Sarah Hawley and is the perfect option to satisfyACOTARcravings.LikeACOTAR, Servant of Earthpromises to deliver strong female main characters, high-stakes plotlines, and deep overarching themeslike loyalty, self-discovery, and courage.
Court Of Thorns & Roses Fans Can Enjoy Several Great Romantasy Releases In November
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Maas fans are in luck this November, as many suitablereplacements for the nextACOTARinstallmentare already on shelves and are written to appeal specifically to them. Without a release date for the nextACOTAR book, fans can pass the time readingWe Shall Be Monsters, among other options. This story follows a human girl, thrust into the Fae world, with interwoven, deeply emotional themes of family and loyalty. The emotional depth of this book and references to the Fae make it a great replacement forACOTAR.
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However,The Courting of Bristol Keatsby Mary E. Pearson is also a book surrounding a woman lured into a Fae world,which likewise mirrors the initial narrative ofA Court of Thorns and Roses. This new release also offers deep emotional pulls and a complex web of plotlines, as the protagonist embarks on a high-stakes hunt for her missing father. The elements in this book of a strong, female character that leads with bravery and selflessness are reminiscent of Feyre’s early story inACOTARand will likely peak nostalgia for any loyal Maas readers.
Servant Of Earth Seems Like November’s Most Promising ACOTAR Replacement
November Could Be The Month You Miss ACOTAR Less
Although there are plenty of intriguing, promising romantasy releases coming out this month, one new series shines among the rest. Hawley’sServant of the Earthalso follows a woman, whose life hangs in the balance, dependent on her ability to survive life-threatening trials in a Fae world. This book’s similar setup and vibes to the Under the Mountain storyline fromACOTARwill remind Maas fans of exactly why they fell in love with Feyre in the first place. As we are still stuck in anACOTARhiatus, this exciting and action-packed story is probably the next best thing.
Maas is known for plot twists, usually within the final hundred pages of her books, and there is likely overlap of readers for both series that enjoy the ever-changing narrative style.
Reviews of this series are already flooded with sentiments about the fast-paced nature of the writing style and complex storylines that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Maas is known for plot twists, usually within the final hundred pages of her books, and there is likely overlap of readers for both series that enjoy the ever-changing narrative style. However,Servant of the Earth’s storyline is unique in many ways; the protagonist’s internal motivations are completely different from those inACOTAR,but the use of the same tropes (such as an enemies-to-lovers romance) makes them feel very closely related.
Servant Of The Earth Is Perfect For Those Waiting For The Next Court Of Thorns & Roses Book
There Will Be Plenty Of Content Coming From The Shards of Magic Series
Servant Of The Earthis only the first chapter in a series that will deliver various books following the main character, Kenna Heron’s storyline. The promise of starting a series with multiple installments by Hawley eliminates the need to fear a rushed plot that could be unsatisfying in the end; there is plenty of time to craft a well-developed story.With fresh content that will undoubtedly carry themes and emotions recallingACOTAR,Servant Of The Earthshould be flying off the shelvesthis fall.
Without knowing when the nextA Court of Thorns and Rosesbook will be published, the only option for anyone waiting for its release is to find books with enough allure to fill theACOTARvoid. However, some of the various November 2024 releases might be better to keep on your TBR list until you’ve fully enjoyed Hawley’s thrilling and captivatingServant Of The Earth.Servant Of The Earthis the most likely to remind readers of their beloved Prythian, or fFe court politics and, for that reason, serves as the absolute replacement for Maas' books.
