Bloodwing Academy
Reading Order.
Start Bloodwing Academy by Briar Boleyn with "ON WINGS OF BLOOD", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.
The complete reading order for the Bloodwing Academy series by Briar Boleyn. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Short Answer:
Start with "ON WINGS OF BLOOD"
To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.
Community Consensus
"The comments are highly critical of the author's (R.F. Kuang's) bibliography, suggesting that her books, including the one presumably titled 'Bloodwing Academy,' suffer from consistent issues: blunt, academic storytelling; lack of originality (repackaging historical events or existing literature); and underdeveloped characters. Readers frequently mention quitting her books early or feeling torn between agreeing with her themes and disliking her narrative execution."
No specific reading order is recommended; in fact, the comments imply that the order is irrelevant because the perceived flaws in storytelling (bluntness, academic focus) are uniform across all her published works (e.g., 'Babel' and the previous series). The underlying advice is to proceed with extreme caution if the reader has disliked her previous efforts, as the issues are considered pervasive throughout her bibliography.
At a Glance
- First Book:ON WINGS OF BLOOD
- Latest Book:ON WINGS OF BLOOD
- Timeline:2025 - 2025
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for Bloodwing 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.
Can I skip the short stories?
Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Bloodwing Academy. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.
I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?
Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "ON WINGS OF BLOOD" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.
Why do people disagree on the order?
Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.
Recommended Reading Order Strategy
The authoritative way to read the "Bloodwing Academy" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Complete Series Reading Order
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Is it okay to skip books in the Bloodwing Academy series?
We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.
What is the best order to read Bloodwing Academy?
The final answer for the best experience is to start with "ON WINGS OF BLOOD" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Briar Boleyn intended.
Can I read Bloodwing Academy books in any order?
No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.
Are there spin-offs or companion books?
Yes, the Bloodwing Academy universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.