Danielle L. Jensen Reading Order
5 series · 20 books
Danielle L. Jensen is a Canadian author specializing in young adult fantasy with a talent for building intricate worlds and complex character arcs. Her work spans multiple interconnected series including Dark Shores, The Bridge Kingdom, and the Saga of the Unfated, establishing her as a prolific voice in fantasy publishing since 2014. As a USA Today bestselling author, Jensen has built a dedicated readership through her blend of epic storytelling, political intrigue, and richly developed fantasy settings.
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Dark Shores Series
Ongoing5 books (2019–2025)
The Dark Shores series comprises five fantasy novels by Danielle L. Jensen, beginning with Dark Shores in 2019 and concluding with Scorched Earth in 2025. This ongoing young adult series should be read in publication order, as each book builds upon the events and character development of its predecessors. The complete sequence includes Dark Shores, Dark Skies, Gilded Serpent, Tarnished Empire, and Scorched Earth.
Start with Dark Shores, the first of 5 books in the Dark Shores series.
Start this series with Dark Shores
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Saga of the Unfated Series
Ongoing2 books (2024–2025)
The Saga of the Unfated is a two-book fantasy series by Danielle L. Jensen featuring young adult themes and Norse-inspired storytelling. The series began in 2024 with A Fate Inked in Blood, followed by A Curse Carved in Bone in 2025, with more books planned. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the story as intended, beginning with the first installment.
Start with A Fate Inked in Blood and read in order.
Start this series with A Fate Inked in Blood
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The Bridge Kingdom Series
Ongoing7 books (2019–2025)
The Bridge Kingdom is an ongoing seven-book fantasy series by Danielle L. Jensen published between 2019 and 2025. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Bridge Kingdom and continuing through The Traitor Queen, The Inadequate Heir, The Calm Before the Storm, The Endless War, The Tempest Blade, and concluding with The Twisted Throne. This young adult fantasy series combines political intrigue with epic worldbuilding across its expanding narrative.
Start with The Bridge Kingdom, the first of 7 books in the The Bridge Kingdom series.
Start this series with The Bridge Kingdom
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The Malediction Trilogy Series
Complete5 books (2014–2017)
The Malediction Trilogy by Danielle L. Jensen is a complete fantasy series comprising five books published between 2014 and 2017. Despite its trilogy designation, the series actually contains five full novels that should be read in publication order beginning with Stolen Songbird. The sequence continues through The Songbird's Overture, Hidden Huntress, Warrior Witch, and concludes with The Broken Ones, following an interconnected narrative arc across the complete span.
Start with Stolen Songbird, the first of 5 books in the The Malediction Trilogy series.
Start this series with Stolen Songbird
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The Sundering Duet Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Danielle L. Jensen written?
- Danielle L. Jensen has written 20 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Danielle L. Jensen series?
- Here are the first books in Danielle L. Jensen's series: Dark Shores: Dark Shores; Saga of the Unfated: A Fate Inked in Blood; The Bridge Kingdom: The Bridge Kingdom; The Malediction Trilogy: Stolen Songbird.
- What order should I read Danielle L. Jensen's books?
- We recommend reading Danielle L. Jensen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Danielle L. Jensen still writing new books?
- Yes, Danielle L. Jensen has 3 ongoing series: Dark Shores, Saga of the Unfated, The Bridge Kingdom.