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The Academy (2025)

Start with The Academy (2025), then read its follow-up The Thoroughbreds (2026).

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Start with The Academy (2025), then read its follow-up The Thoroughbreds (2026).

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

Where to start

Start with The Academy (2025), then read its follow-up The Thoroughbreds (2026).

  • •Both books are co-written with her daughter, Shelby Cunningham, and are set at a New England boarding school.
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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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The Academy

Pub: 2025
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The Thoroughbreds

Pub: 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read The Academy in?

Start with The Academy (2025), then read its follow-up The Thoroughbreds (2026).

How many books are in The Academy?

2 main books, published 2025–2026.

Can I read The Academy out of order?

It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.