If you’re new to Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse, it’s essential to research the recommended Grishaverse reading order to fully immerse yourself in this captivating fantasy world. Luckily, you’re in the right place!
The Grishaverse is a collection of young adult fantasy novels written by Leigh Bardugo.
The collection includes the Shadow and Bone trilogy, The Six of Crows duology and the King of Scars Duology.
The Grishaverse books have been made into a Netflix Original Series.
In order to understand the plot completely, it’s recommended to read the Grishaverse books in order.
Disclosure: This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Grishaverse Books in Order: The Shadow and Bone Trilogy
The Shadow and Bone trilogy is also known as the Grisha Trilogy.
Shadow and Bone (2012)
Siege and Storm (2013)
Ruin and Rising (2014)
Click here for a complete guide to the Shadow and Bone book series.
Grishaverse Books in Order: Six of Crows Duology
Six of Crows
Criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams – but he can’t pull it off alone.
A convict with a thirst for revenge.
A sharpshooter who can’t walk away from a wager.
A runaway with a privileged past.
A spy known as the Wraith.
A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums.
A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes.
Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist.
Kaz’s crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction – if they don’t kill each other first.
Crooked Kingdom
Kaz Brekker and his crew of deadly outcasts have just pulled off a heist so daring even they didn’t think they’d survive. But instead of divvying up a fat reward, they’re right back to fighting for their lives.
Double-crossed and badly weakened, the crew is low on resources, allies, and hope. As powerful forces from around the world descend on Ketterdam to root out the secrets of the dangerous drug known as jurda parem, old rivals and new enemies emerge to challenge Kaz’s cunning and test the team’s fragile loyalties.
A war will be waged on the city’s dark and twisting streets – a battle for revenge and redemption that will decide the fate of the Grisha world.
Grishaverse Books in Order: King of Scars Duology
King of Scars
Face your demons . . . or feed them.
Nikolai Lantsov has always had a gift for the impossible. No one knows what he endured in his country’s bloody civil war – and he intends to keep it that way. Now, as enemies gather at his weakened borders, the young king must find a way to refill Ravka’s coffers, forge new alliances, and stop a rising threat to the once-great Grisha Army.
Yet with every day a dark magic within him grows stronger, threatening to destroy all he has built. With the help of a young monk and a legendary Grisha Squaller, Nikolai will journey to the places in Ravka where the deepest magic survives to vanquish the terrible legacy inside him. He will risk everything to save his country and himself. But some secrets aren’t meant to stay buried–and some wounds aren’t meant to heal.
Rule of Wolves
The Demon King. As Fjerda’s massive army prepares to invade, Nikolai Lantsov will summon every bit of his ingenuity and charm – and even the monster within – to win this fight. But a dark threat looms that cannot be defeated by a young king’s gift for the impossible.
The Stormwitch. Zoya Nazyalensky has lost too much to war. She saw her mentor die and her worst enemy resurrected, and she refuses to bury another friend. Now duty demands she embrace her powers to become the weapon her country needs. No matter the cost.
The Queen of Mourning. Deep undercover, Nina Zenik risks discovery and death as she wages war on Fjerda from inside its capital. But her desire for revenge may cost her country its chance at freedom and Nina the chance to heal her grieving heart.
King. General. Spy. Together they must find a way to forge a future in the darkness. Or watch a nation fall.
Grishaverse Books in Order: Others
The Language of Thorns
The Language of Thorns is a stunningly illustrated anthology of dark fairytales that could have been bedtime stories for the characters in the Grishaverse.
This collection features six captivating short stories. You can savour these tales even if you haven’t delved into the rest of the series, making it an excellent gift for both Grishaverse enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Demon in the Wood
Demon in the Wood is a graphic novel detailing The Darkling’s origin story.
Although it is a prequel, the book is best enjoyed after reading Shadow and Bone.
The Lives of Saints
The Lives of Saints is a beautifully illustrated replica of the book featured in the Shadow and Bone Trilogy.
The book featured tales of the saints and while it doesn’t contain other spoilers, it’s probably best for readers who are already familiar with the Grishaverse.
Grishaverse Books in Order Summary
This is the complete list of Grishaverse books in order. I’ll keep this post updated as and when any new books are released.