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Scythe & Sparrow
Brynne Weaver

Scythe & Sparrow

Quick Answer

Read "Scythe & Sparrow" as the 3rd book in the The Ruinous Love Trilogy sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Leather & Lark" (Book 2)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 3rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2025416 pp
<b>From the #1 <i>New York Times</i> and <i>USA Today</i> bestselling author of the genre-breaking international TikTok sensation <i>Butcher & Blackbird</i> comes the final book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy--a friends-with-benefits dark romantic comedy packed with murder, mayhem, and spice.</b><br> <br> <i>God, I want to kiss her. I want to feel the heat of her lips against mine. Would she want that? Would she melt against me if she did? Or would the tension I feel between us snap and release something feral inside her? Inside me? </i><br> <br> Doctor Fionn Kane is running from a broken heart, one he hopes to mend in small-town Nebraska, far away from his almost-fiancé and his derailed surgical career. It's a simpler life: head down, hard work, and <i>absolutely no</i> romantic relationships. He wants none of the circus he left behind in Boston. <br> <br> But then the <i>real</i> circus finds him. <br> <br> Motorcycle performer Rose Evans has spent a decade on the road with the Silveria Circus, and it suits her just fine, especially when she has the urge to indulge in a little murder when she's not in the spotlight. But when a kill goes awry and she ends up with an injured leg, Rose finds herself stuck in Nebraska, at the home of the adorably nerdy town doctor. <br> <br> The problem is, not every broken heart can be sewn back together. <br> <br> . . . And the longer you stay in one place, the more likely your ghosts are to catch up.<br> <br> Tropes:<br> Friends with benefits<br> Small-town romance<br> Fish out of water<br> Forced proximity<br> Hurt/care<br> Touch her and die

Series Order Complete! 🎉

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

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 The Ruinous Love 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 Scythe & Sparrow?

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

Can I read Scythe & Sparrow before Leather & Lark?

No. We recommend reading Leather & Lark first. Scythe & Sparrow is the 3th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Scythe & Sparrow required reading for the The Ruinous Love Trilogy?

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

What comes after Scythe & Sparrow in the reading order?

Currently, Scythe & Sparrow is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.