With its electrifying mix of fantasy, romance, and political intrigue, Victoria Aveyard’s Red Queen series has captivated thousands of readers. Set in a world where people are divided by the color of their blood—Red or Silver—these books tell the story of Mare Barrow, a young woman who finds herself in the middle of political conflicts and power struggles.
Victoria Aveyard’s writing has drawn many readers into this intriguing world, where love, power, and loyalty are tested at every turn. If you’re interested in a series that keeps you guessing and offers a fresh take on fantasy themes, the “Red Queen” series is a great choice. We’ll help you get started with a clear guide to the books in this engaging series.
The Red Queen Series in Order
- Queen Song (Prequel Novella) (2015)
- Steel Scars (Prequel Novella) (2016)
- Red Queen (Prequel Novella) (2015)
- Glass Sword (2016)
- King’s Cage (2017)
- War Storm (2018)
- Broken Throne (2019)
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Most Recommended Books
- Red Queen (The Red Queen, #3) (4.02 Goodreads score)
- King’s Cage (The Red Queen, #5) (3.92 Goodreads score)
- Glass Sword (The Red Queen, #4) (3.81 Goodreads score)
- Queen Song (The Red Queen, #1) (3.81 Goodreads score)
Awards
Victoria Aveyard received the 2015 Goodreads Choice Award Best Debut Novel. She also received the youth literature prize Buxtehude Bull in 2018.
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Book Summaries
Queen Song
"Queen Song" is a short prequel novella that offers a fascinating look into the world of Red Queen before the events of the main series. The story follows Queen Coriane, the first wife of King Tiberias, as she keeps a secret diary to protect herself from palace intrigue. Through her diary, Coriane shares her romantic courtship with the crown prince, the birth of their son Cal, and the dangerous obstacles she faces as a member of the royal family.
Steel Scars
"Steel Scars" is a prequel novella the bestselling author of the Red Queen series. In this 100-page digital original, readers follow Captain Farley, the leader of the Scarlet Guard, as she recruits allies and plans her first attack on the capital. Along the way, she discovers a connection that could be crucial to the success of her mission: Mare Barrow.
Red Queen
"Red Queen" is a story about Mare Barrow, a young girl living in a world where people are divided by their blood. The elite Silver-blooded individuals have special powers, while the common Red-blooded people serve them. Mare, a Red, lives as a thief in a poor village until she discovers she has a power of her own. The king forces her to pretend to be a lost Silver princess and marry one of his sons to hide her ability. As Mare becomes more involved in the Silver world, she risks everything to help the Red rebellion. However, she also finds herself torn between her loyalty and her heart. With betrayal lurking at every turn, Mare must be careful with every move she makes, as one wrong step could cost her life.
Glass Sword
"Glass Sword" is a sequel to the Red Queen. The story follows Mare Barrow, a commoner with the ability to control lightning. Despite being seen as an impossibility by the royal court, Mare escapes from Maven, the prince who betrayed her, and discovers that she is not alone in her powers. Now pursued by Maven, who has become a vengeful king, Mare embarks on a mission to find and recruit other fighters like her to fight against their oppressors. However, Mare soon finds herself on a dangerous path, risking becoming the very monster she is trying to defeat. Will she crumble under the weight of rebellion, or has she been forever hardened by treachery and betrayal?
King’s Cage
Mare Barrow, now a prisoner, is without her powers and haunted by her past mistakes. She is at the mercy of Maven Calore, a boy she once loved but who is now a deceitful king. As Mare struggles in the palace, her allies continue to organize and prepare for war. Cal, the exiled prince who still loves Mare, is determined to rescue her. As tensions rise and conflicts escalate, Norta, the world Mare knows, may be destroyed.
War Storm
In "War Storm" Mare Barrow is determined to overthrow the kingdom of Norta and secure freedom for Reds and newbloods like her. She must join forces with the boy who broke her heart in order to defeat Maven, who is obsessed with having Mare for himself. With the help of powerful allies, Mare and the Scarlet Guard form a formidable force. However, war is imminent and everything Mare has fought for hangs in the balance. In this epic conclusion to the series, Mare must embrace her fate and use all her power to ensure victory, but not everyone will survive.
Broken Throne
Return to the world of Red Queen in "Broken Throne", a companion book. This package includes three new novellas, as well as two previously published ones. It also features never-before-seen maps, flags, bonus scenes, journal entries, and exclusive content.
