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Crowns of Nyaxia Reading Order.

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Start Crowns of Nyaxia by Carissa Broadbent with "The Serpent and the Wings of Night", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the Crowns of Nyaxia series by Carissa Broadbent. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.

Reader's Guide

This series spans 4 main titles released between 2022 and 2025. For the best experience, we recommend following the Publication Order below to preserve key plot reveals.

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Start with "The Serpent and the Wings of Night"

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.

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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.

Can I skip the short stories?

Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Crowns of Nyaxia. 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 "The Serpent and the Wings of Night" 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.

Curator's Strategy

Recommended Reading Order Strategy

The authoritative way to read the "Crowns of Nyaxia" 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.

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Publication Reading Order4 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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The Serpent and the Wings of Night

Pub: 2022★ 4.27

"Human or vampire, the rules of survival are the same: never trust; never yield. And always-- always-- guard your heart. As the adopted human daughter of the Nightborn vampire king, Oraya carved her place in a world designed to kill her. Her only chance to become something more than prey is entering the Kejari: a legendary tournament held by the goddess of death herself. But winning won't be easy against the most vicious warriors from all three vampire houses. To survive, Oraya is forced to make an alliance with a mysterious rival. Everything about Raihn is dangerous. He is a ruthless vampire, an efficient killer, an enemy to her father's crown... and Oraya's greatest competition. Yet, what terrifies Oraya most of all is that she finds herself oddly drawn to him. But there's no room for compassion in the Kejari. War for the throne of House of Night brews, shattering everything that Oraya thought she knew about her home. And Raihn may understand her more than anyone -- but their blossoming attraction could be her downfall, in a kingdom where nothing is more deadly than love" --

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The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King

Pub: 2024★ 4.07

Plot details hidden until you finish "The Serpent and the Wings of Night".

This new hardcover edition of the bestselling The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King features new case art, a detailed map, and a never-before-seen bonus chapter!From #1 New York Times bestselling author Carissa Broadbent, comes The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King, the gutting second installment of the Crowns of Nyaxia series, full of heartbreak, redemption, blood intrigue and heart-pounding action.Love is a sacrifice at the altar of power.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.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.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.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.Crowns of Nyaxia Reading Order:The Serpent & the Wings of NightThe Ashes & the Star-Cursed KingThe Songbird & the Heart of StoneCrowns of Nyaxia StandalonesSix Scorched Roses (short novel)Slaying the Vampire Conqueror

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The Songbird & the Heart of Stone

Pub: 2025★ 4.05

Plot details hidden until you finish "The Ashes & the Star-Cursed King".

The third book in the Crowns of Nyaxia series and first book of the Shadowborn Duet.

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THE FALLEN & THE KISS OF DUSK

Pub: 2025★ 3.97

Plot details hidden until you finish "The Songbird & the Heart of Stone".

The fourth book in the Crowns of Nyaxia series and second book of the Shadowborn Duet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Crowns of Nyaxia 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 Crowns of Nyaxia?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "The Serpent and the Wings of Night" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Carissa Broadbent intended.

Can I read Crowns of Nyaxia 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 Crowns of Nyaxia 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.