6 Epic Fantasy Series You Need to Read After Finishing Throne of Glass

After finishing Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas, I remember feeling that familiar book hangover—the kind only an unforgettable fantasy series like Throne of Glass can leave behind. The heroic story of Celaena Sardothien, a skilled assassin torn between power, freedom, and love, completely consumed me. The worldbuilding, the intricate plots, and the multifaceted characters made it a true benchmark in high fantasy literature for young adults. Even now, years later, I still find myself thinking about those breathtaking adventures and thrilling moments that defined her journey.

When I started searching for similar reads, I wanted that same blend of magic, romance, and female warriors who felt both fierce and real. Over time, I’ve gathered a handpicked list of gripping tales that capture that same spirit. If you loved the Grishaverse, the Chronicles of Ixia, the Graceling realm, or the Seven Realms, you’ll find something familiar here. The ACOTAR world, the Queen of Tearling, the Winternight Trilogy, and the Worldmaker Trilogy also echo that sense of epic destiny and emotional depth. Each of these stories brings its own heroes, elves, and enchanted worlds to life.

I’d also recommend exploring beyond typical fantasy realms—try the red queen book series, dive into books similar to A Court of Thorns and Roses, or pick up books like Shatter Me series if you crave intense emotions and sharp writing. For readers who love quests and myths, books like Percy Jackson offer lighter adventures full of heart. And if you want to read the Grishaverse reading order, it can truly enrich your understanding of layered fantasy storytelling. Every recommendation here carries that same pinnacle experience—a mix of developed characters, love interests, and magic that makes you feel part of the story.

As someone who’s reread Throne of Glass for the 7th time, I know how hard it is to move on from a favourite series. But this list is proof that the fantasy saga doesn’t have to end; it just expands into new realms and worlds, ready for you to explore—all you need is a little patience, a good cup of tea, and the willingness to get lost once again.

Throne of Glass: A Legendary Epic Fantasy Series

An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

When I first stepped into Sabaa Tahir’s fantasy world, I was drawn in by its unique settings and complex characters that reminded me of why I fell in love with books like Throne of Glass. The story unfolds within the Martial Empire, a place shaped by ancient Rome, where defiance means death and blood and bodies are the price of loyalty. The Emperor rules with tyranny, and his execution orders leave loved ones facing destruction and loss of all they hold dear.

Following Laia, a girl from an impoverished family in the backstreets of the Empire, we see her existence turn upside down when her brother is arrested for treason. Her decision to work with rebels, to spy within a military academy, takes immense courage. There, she meets Elias, a soldier longing for freedom, both of them trapped by the same fate, their destinies intertwined. The stakes rise higher with every challenge, every act of defiance, until the Emperor himself must be overthrown. It’s a brutal, dystopian journey that quickly became one of my faves, a reminder that even in the darkest empires, choices can rewrite destiny.

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

When I first read Sarah J. Maas’ best-selling book series, I could instantly see why readers who love Throne of Glass would be drawn to it. The books blend fairy tales with thrilling action and fiery romance, full of unexpected twists, turns, and surprises that kept me hooked. The writing is vivid and emotional, bringing to life a magical land rich with legends and danger.

The story follows nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre, who kills a wolf in the woods and soon faces a beast-like creature demanding retribution. Taken to a mysterious estate ruled by Tamlin, a lethal, immortal faerie, she becomes trapped between hostility and passion as her feelings grow. But in this beautiful yet dangerous world of the Fae, an ancient, wicked shadow is growing, threatening to doom their lands forever. As a longtime fantasy reader, I found Maas’s ability to weave lies, warnings, and raw emotion into her storytelling nothing short of spellbinding.

The Queen’s Rising by Rebecca Ross

If you’re looking for brave girls who defeat kings and fight for queens, The Queen’s Rising by Rebecca Ross is the book you need. Set in a richly magical world with a deep system of passion and knowledge, it follows Brienna, a girl who desires to become a master of her chosen art. Raised in Valenia at the renowned Magnalia House, she studies art, music, dramatics, wit, and knowledge, but her fear grows when she’s left without a patron. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a lord offers her patronage, and though she accepts with doubt, his hidden intent pulls her into a dangerous plot to overthrow the king of Maevana—a rival kingdom. Together, they seek to restore the rightful queen to her throne, weaving magic, courage, and destiny into one unforgettable story that’s impossible to put down.

Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

Few fantasy books have the kind of worldbuilding that Children of Blood and Bone offers. It’s a story full of badass girls who stand up against impossible odds, and I still remember how deeply it pulled me into Orïsha, a land where magic once thrived in the soil. Zélie Adebola, guided by memories of her Reaper mother who could summon souls, fights to bring back the power that disappeared the night a ruthless king ordered the maji to be killed. With her people stripped of hope, she takes her only chance to strike against the monarchy.

Along her journey, Zélie joins a rogue princess and faces a crown prince bent on eradicating magic forever. Danger surrounds them—from prowling leoponaires, vengeful spirits in dark waters, and the growing powers within Zélie herself. As her feelings blur between loyalty and love for her enemy, she must learn control before it consumes her. The order of Orïsha depends on it, and the tension keeps you reading long into the night.

The Last Namsara by Kristen Ciccarelli

If you love deep mythology and beautifully crafted writing, The Last Namsara by Kristen Ciccarelli is a series that will pull you in with its fantastical world of dragons and shapeshifters. It tells the stories of Asha, the daughter of the king of Firgaard, who has grown up hearing whispers of forbidden legends about the Iskari and the Namsara—the child of sky and spirit, born of light, love, and laughter, and its dark twin, the destroyer, tied to blood, moonlight, and death. Caught between darkness and light, Asha becomes a feared dragon slayer, a girl burdened by her destiny and treated more like a weapon than a person.

Her story takes a turn when she conquers each dragon and brings its head to the king, yet still cannot break the shackles of her betrothal to a cruel commandant, a man who knows the truth about her nature. Offered a chance to earn her freedom through an exchange—the life of the most powerful dragon in the land—Asha uncovers that the ancient figures from her past and legends may hold more power than she ever expected. It’s a role she never chose, but one that defines her path home and beyond.

Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake

If you’re drawn to dark, deceptive fantasy tales with shocking twists, Three Dark Crowns is a book that will grip you from the first page. Set on the island of Fennbirn, each generation gives rise to triplets—three queens, all equal heirs to the crown, each born with a different magic. Mirabella is an elemental, fierce enough to summon flames and storms with a snap of her fingers. Katharine, the poisoner, can consume deadly poisons without suffering even a stomachache, while Arsinoe, the naturalist, can bloom a rose or command wild lions to her side.

But in this royal game of power, only one Queen Crowned can rule. Each sister must fight, not just to win, but to survive. On the night they turn sixteen, the battle for the throne begins—a contest of life and death, where the last queen standing claims it all. As someone who loves Maas’s stories of rival queens and deadly ambition, this one felt like its perfect shadowed mirror—beautiful, brutal, and utterly unforgettable.