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The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy Reading Order.

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Start The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy by Brynne Weaver with "TOURIST SEASON", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy series by Brynne Weaver. 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 "TOURIST SEASON"

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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Community Consensus

Medium Debate

"The primary focus of the discussion is N.K. Jemisin's Broken Earth Trilogy (starting with 'The Fifth Season'), not 'The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy.' For this trilogy, the consensus is unanimous: read the books in chronological order, beginning with the highly praised first installment, 'The Fifth Season,' followed by 'The Obelisk Gate.' A secondary thread exists debating the starting point for Raymond E. Feist's Riftwar Cycle; while many readers prefer starting with 'Magician' for full lore context, a notable minority suggests starting with later sub-series like 'Talon of the Silver Hawk' (Conclave of Shadows) is acceptable."

Key Reddit Advice

Start with 'The Fifth Season.' For the tangential Feist series, the standard advice is to start with 'Magician' (or 'Magician: Apprentice').

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy 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 The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy. 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 "TOURIST SEASON" 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 "The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy" 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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Chronological 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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TOURIST SEASON

Pub: 2025★ 4.21

When a true crime investigator comes to Cape Carnage in search of a serial killer, a local gardener and a handsome tourist pause their deadly ways.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy 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 The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "TOURIST SEASON" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Brynne Weaver intended.

Can I read The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy 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 The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy 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.