Marie Rutkoski Reading Order
6 series Β· 15 books
Marie Rutkoski is a prolific American author known for her engaging works in young adult fiction, spanning fantasy and dystopian genres. With 15 books across six series, including the acclaimed Kronos Chronicles and Winner's Trilogy, she has captivated readers since 2008. Her most notable works include the popular Shadow Society and the standalone novel Midnight Lie, showcasing her talent for weaving intricate plots and rich character development. Active until 2025, Rutkoski continues to leave a lasting impact on the literary landscape.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete2 books (2012β2022)
Start with Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Eternally Yours 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Kronos Chronicles Series
Complete3 books (2008β2011)
Start with The Cabinet of Wonders and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Cabinet of Wonders 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Celestial Globe 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Jewel of the Kalderash 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Midnight Lie Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020β2021)
Start with The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Hollow Heart 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
Shadow Society Series
Complete2 books (2012β2012)
Start with Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Shadow Society 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2022β2025)
Start with Real Easy and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Real Easy 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Ordinary Love 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Winner's Trilogy Series
Complete4 books (2014β2016)
Start with Bridge of Snow, the first of 4 books in the Winner's Trilogy series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bridge of Snow 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Winner's Curse 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Winner's Crime 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Winner's Kiss 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Marie Rutkoski written?
- Marie Rutkoski has written 15 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Marie Rutkoski series?
- Here are the first books in Marie Rutkoski's series: Anthologies: Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses; Kronos Chronicles: The Cabinet of Wonders; Midnight Lie: The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves; Shadow Society: Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill; Winner's Trilogy: Bridge of Snow.
- What order should I read Marie Rutkoski's books?
- We recommend reading Marie Rutkoski's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Marie Rutkoski still writing new books?
- Yes, Marie Rutkoski has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

