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The Raven Scholar
Antonia Hodgson

The Raven Scholar

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Start with "The Raven Scholar" to begin the Eternal Path Trilogy. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

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✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Antonia Hodgson's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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<b>"A labyrinth of a book--vast and intricate, full of fiendish twists and clever traps--with a deeply human heart at its center. It's thrilling, romantic, often tragic, and always funny; I'm obsessed." </b>--Alix E. Harrow, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Starling House</i><br> <br> <br> <br> <b><i>The Raven Scholar</i> is a masterfully woven tale of imperial intrigue from an electrifying new voice in epic fantasy--in a stunning edition featuring French flaps and silver foiled cover effects! </b><br> <br> <br> <br> Let us fly now to the empire of Orrun, where after twenty-four years of peace, the reign of Bersun the Brusque has come to an end. In the dizzying heat of midsummer, seven exceptional warriors, thinkers, strategists compete to replace him. <br> <br> <br> <br> When one of them is murdered, it falls to Neema Kraa, the emperor's brilliant, idiosyncratic High Scholar, to find the killer and fight for the throne. Neema believes she is alone. But we are here to help; all she has to do is let us in.<br> <br> <br> <br> If she succeeds, we will win an empire. If she fails, death awaits her. But we won't let that happen.<br> <br> <br> <br> <b>We are the Raven, and we are magnificent.</b><br> <br> <br> <br> ★ "Sharply written and intricately plotted. A masterclass in storytelling!" --<b>Ann Leckie, Hugo Award-winning author of <i>Ancillary Justice </i></b><br> <br> <br> <br> ★ "Fiendishly charming and clever, this is a book you absolutely must devour." --<b>Tasha Suri, World Fantasy Award-winning author of <i>The Jasmine Throne</i></b><br> <br> <br> <br> ★ "<i>The Raven Scholar </i>is as clever as its namesake--each beloved character, each twist and each turn, is a shiny new gift. It is magnificent." --<b>C. L. Clark, author of <i>The Unbroken </i></b><br> <br> <br> <br> ★ "Epic fantasy at its finest--fiendish political intrigue, the ultimate trial for the throne and a shocking crime at the center. Simply glorious!" --<b>Georgia Summers, author of <i>The City of Stardust</i></b><br> <br> <br> <br> ★ "Engrossing and unputdownable...my favorite read of the year. A conflagration of court intrigue, religious folktale, and characters with deliciously murky motivations, <i>The Raven Scholar</i> is a pure delight." --<b>Bethany Jacobs, Philip K. Dick Award-winning author of <i>These Burning Stars </i></b><br> <br>

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Complete Series Reading Order

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Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Eternal Path Trilogy conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The Raven Scholar?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The Raven Scholar before other books in the series?

Yes, The Raven Scholar is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is The Raven Scholar required reading for the Eternal Path Trilogy?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The Raven Scholar in the reading order?

Currently, The Raven Scholar is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.