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The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King
Carissa Broadbent

The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King

Quick Answer

Read "The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King" as the 2nd book in the Crowns of Nyaxia sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "The Serpent and the Wings of Night" (Book 1)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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<p><b>This new hardcover edition of the bestselling <i>The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King</i> features new case art, a detailed map, and a never-before-seen bonus chapter!</b><br><b><br>From #1<i> New York Times</i> bestselling author Carissa Broadbent, comes <i>The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King,</i> the gutting second installment of the Crowns of Nyaxia series, full of heartbreak, redemption, blood intrigue and heart-pounding action.</b><br><br><i>Love is a sacrifice at the altar of power.</i><br><br>In the wake of the Kejari, everything Oraya once thought to be true has been destroyed. A prisoner in her own kingdom, grieving the only family she ever had, and reeling from a gutting betrayal, she no longer even knows the truth of her own blood. She’s left only with one certainty: she cannot trust anyone, least of all Raihn.<br><br>Raihn’s own nobles are none too eager to accept a Turned king, especially one who was once a slave. And the House of Blood digs their claws into the kingdom, threatening to tear it apart from the inside.<br><br>When Raihn offers Oraya a secret alliance, taking the deal is her only chance at reclaiming her kingdom–and gaining her vengeance against the lover who betrayed her. But to do so, she’ll need to harness a devastating ancient power, intertwined with her father’s greatest secrets.<br><br>But with enemies closing in on all sides, nothing is as it seems. As she unravels her past and faces her future, Oraya finds herself forced to choose between the bloody reality of seizing power—and the devastating love that could be her downfall.<br><br><b>Crowns of Nyaxia Reading Order:<br><i>The Serpent & the Wings of Night<br>The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King<br>The Songbird & the Heart of Stone</i><br><br>Crowns of Nyaxia Standalones<br><i>Six Scorched Roses (short novel)<br>Slaying the Vampire Conqueror</i></b></p>
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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 Crowns of Nyaxia 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 Ashes & the Star-Cursed King?

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

Can I read The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King before The Serpent and the Wings of Night?

No. We recommend reading The Serpent and the Wings of Night first. The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King required reading for the Crowns of Nyaxia?

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

What comes after The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King is The Songbird & the Heart of Stone (Book #3).