The Recommended Reading Order for Kingdom of Runes
The Kingdom of Runes series is a continuous epic fantasy saga following a single main character, Haven Ashwood. Because the plot is highly sequential and builds directly upon the events of previous books, there is no separate chronological order to worry about. The best, and only, way to read this series is in publication order.
- Oath Taker (2019)
- Curse Breaker (2019)
- King Maker (2020)
- Light Singer (2020)
- Dark Bringer (Upcoming / Unreleased)
Detailed Breakdown of the Books
1. Oath Taker (Published May 2019)
The story begins in a world divided between mortals and immortals. Haven Ashwood is a seventeen-year-old human warrior who possesses a dangerous secret: forbidden light and dark magic. When her best friend, Prince Bell, is kidnapped by a tyrannical ruler from the Netherworld, Haven is forced to venture into the treacherous immortal realm to save him. She forms an uneasy alliance with the mysterious Archeron Halfbane, a brooding lord with dark motives of his own. Together, they must navigate a web of royal curses and ancient magic.
2. Curse Breaker (Published October 2019)
The stakes escalate in the second installment. To rescue Prince Bell, Haven makes a dangerous bargain with the Sun Queen, requiring her to infiltrate the court of the Underworld. Here, she crosses paths with Stolas, the enigmatic Lord of the Underworld. As Haven struggles to keep her dual magic hidden, she must navigate deadly courts, unpack ancient prophecy runes, and decide where her loyalties truly lie. The slow-burn romance and complex court dynamics begin to take center stage in this volume.
3. King Maker (Published February 2020)
Haven finds herself pushed to her limits in the third book. Thrown into a magical tournament known as the Solis Games, she must fight for survival against powerful immortal warriors. With the fate of the mortal realm hanging in the balance, Haven has to master her volatile magic while dealing with betrayals from those she trusted most. Secrets about Haven's lineage and the true origins of the runes begin to surface, raising the stakes for the entire continent.
4. Light Singer (Published November 2020)
The fourth book brings the conflict to a fever pitch. The barrier keeping the monstrous Shade at bay is failing, and war looms on the horizon. Haven is forced to embrace her identity as the Light Singer, but her powers are becoming increasingly unstable and dangerous. With her allies scattered and a dark lord threatening to consume the realm, Haven must make ultimate sacrifices to protect the people she loves, leading to a massive cliffhanger that sets up the final confrontation.
5. Dark Bringer (Upcoming Finale)
This is the planned fifth and final book of the series, intended to wrap up Haven’s story. However, readers should note that its publication status has been delayed for several years. While automated online listings occasionally display tentative placeholder dates, there is currently no official release date scheduled by the author.
What to Know Before You Start
Is the Series Finished?
No, the series is not yet complete. The fourth book, Light Singer, was released in late 2020 and ends on a major cliffhanger. The fifth book, Dark Bringer, has been heavily delayed. Readers who prefer to binge complete series may want to hold off, though the first four books remain widely popular on platforms like Kindle Unlimited for their immersive world-building and character relationships.
Can the Books Be Read Standalone?
No. Kingdom of Runes is a serialized story. Reading the books out of order or skipping a volume will make the plot, character dynamics, and magic system impossible to follow. Always start with Oath Taker and proceed in order.
The Vibe and Magic System
The series features a highly structured, rune-based magic system where different symbols grant specific elemental or physical enhancements. The tone sits at the intersection of Young Adult and New Adult fantasy, frequently drawing comparisons to Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses and Holly Black's The Cruel Prince due to its dark immortal courts, high stakes, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romantic subplots.
Are There Any Spin-offs or Novellas?
At this time, there are no official prequels, spin-offs, companion novellas, or co-authored books set in the Kingdom of Runes universe. The author has focused entirely on the main series timeline.