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Start Heavenly Bodies by Imani Erriu with "Heavenly Bodies", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the Heavenly Bodies series by Imani Erriu. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.

Official Verdict

Short Answer:
Start with "Heavenly Bodies"

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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The comments recommend exploring several series relating to the 'lost colony' trope. Good starting points include classic anthropological sci-fi like The Hainish Cycle by Ursula K. Le Guin (e.g., The Left Hand of Darkness) or more modern, popular works like the Children of Time Series by Adrian Tchaikovsky, or the Coldfire Trilogy by C.S. Friedman.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Heavenly Bodies 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 Heavenly Bodies. 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 "Heavenly Bodies" 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 "Heavenly Bodies" 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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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

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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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Heavenly Bodies

Pub: 2021★ 3.97

"In a world ruled by the Stars, cruel and merciless gods that watch over the world, Elara has been cursed by fate. A prophecy that promises that she will fall for a Star, and it will kill them both. But when one descends to wreak havoc on Elara's kingdom, she is forced to flee into the arms of her enemy in the neighbouring country. As she learns more about her own magic, and the depth of the Stars' deceit, she finds herself also learning more about the country she takes refuge in, and the enemy prince forced to train her into a weapon. Something dark brews within her, a power made of night and shadows, that begs to be broken free. A stunning debut novel, Erriu weaves romance, intrigue and mythology together, all against the backdrop of a fantasy world you will never want to leave.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Heavenly Bodies 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 Heavenly Bodies?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Heavenly Bodies" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Imani Erriu intended.

Can I read Heavenly Bodies 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 Heavenly Bodies 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.