Kings of Sin
Reading Order.
Start Kings of Sin by Ana Huang with "King of Wrath", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.
The complete reading order for the Kings of Sin series by Ana Huang. 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 5 main titles released between 2023 and 2025. For the best experience, we recommend following the Publication Order below to preserve key plot reveals.
Short Answer:
Start with "King of Wrath"
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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At a Glance
- First Book:King of Wrath
- Latest Book:KING OF ENVY
- Timeline:2023 - 2025
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for Kings of Sin 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 Kings of Sin. 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 "King of Wrath" 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 "Kings of Sin" 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 Kings of Sin 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 Kings of Sin?
The final answer for the best experience is to start with "King of Wrath" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Ana Huang intended.
Can I read Kings of Sin 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 Kings of Sin 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.