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Restless Stars
Caroline Peckham

Restless Stars

Quick Answer

Read "Restless Stars" as the 9th book in the Zodiac Academy sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Sorrow and Starlight" (Book 8)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 9th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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<b>The fate of all rests on the shoulders of the True Queens in the highly anticipated final installment to the Booktok phenomenon, the Zodiac Academy series, from the Twisted Sisters and Amazon and Wall Street Journal #1 bestselling authors Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti.</b><br><br>We are all and nothing now, our fate weighed on the scales of the stars and counterbalanced by the forces that oppose us.<br> <br> The shadow of the false king spreads as thick as oil across the kingdom we were born to rule, and none remain untouched by its darkness.<br> <br> Our crowns lay within reach if only we can claim them. All souls are at risk now and when the final battle dawns, a new regime will rise.<br> <br> The time for the true reckoning is upon us and we have proven ourselves as savage as our father, as brutal as our mother, and as wild as the Elements which roar through our veins. We can only hope it is enough.<br> <br> When the last sword strikes the final death in this game of fate and fortune, only one side will be victorious. The Starfall Legion charges at first light. And our destiny rides upon our shoulders as we rush into the end.<br> <br> All hail the True Queens. May our rule last longer than this night.

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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 Zodiac Academy 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 Restless Stars?

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

Can I read Restless Stars before Sorrow and Starlight?

No. We recommend reading Sorrow and Starlight first. Restless Stars is the 9th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Restless Stars required reading for the Zodiac Academy?

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

What comes after Restless Stars in the reading order?

Currently, Restless Stars is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.