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Start The Veiled Kingdom by Holly Renee with "The Veiled Kingdom", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the The Veiled Kingdom series by Holly Renee. 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 "The Veiled Kingdom"

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

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"The comments strongly suggest that 'The Veiled Kingdom' is the challenging but necessary starting point for a complex, epic fantasy series. First-time readers are noted to be overwhelmed by the density, rich prose, and intricate world-building (Fellowship of Seven, divination, political strife between Lysaer and Arithon). Rereaders confirm the foundational importance of this first book and its focus on establishing character motivations and the fate of the Paravians, implying a mandatory chronological reading order."

Key Reddit Advice

Start with the first volume, 'The Veiled Kingdom', and proceed sequentially through the 'other volumes'. Be prepared for the prose to be dense and complex, requiring careful attention.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The Veiled Kingdom 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 Veiled Kingdom. 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 Veiled Kingdom" 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 Veiled Kingdom" 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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The Veiled Kingdom

Pub: 2024★ 3.8

Fleeing my father's cruelty, the wicked king who robbed me of a future, I face death in the streets, caught between a rebellion and a tyrant's reign. Captured by those sworn to kill me, the rebels remain blind to my true identity, the missing daughter of the despised king. Faced with an impossible choice, I stand before them: join the rebels or face their blades. Yet, Dacre, the son of the ruthless rebellion commander, becomes torn between suspicion and a desire that mirrors my own. He allows no one to touch me, tries to protect me, yet threatens me at every turn. As secrets are weaved beyond our hidden realm, a fierce battle unfolds within me. As I get closer to the rebels, and their cause, my loyalty to my kingdom clashes with my undeniable devotion to Dacre and the burning connection between us. In a world where love and hate are two edges of the same blade, I find myself caught in a delicate dance between forbidden desire and my looming destiny.--Publisher description.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the The Veiled Kingdom 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 Veiled Kingdom?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "The Veiled Kingdom" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Holly Renee intended.

Can I read The Veiled Kingdom 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 Veiled Kingdom 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.