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Marie Rutkoski Reading Order

6 series · 15 books

FantasyLiterary FictionScience FictionYoung Adult

Marie Rutkoski is an American author and Brooklyn College professor whose imaginative fantasy and science fiction novels span young adult and literary fiction. Her diverse body of work includes fifteen books across multiple series, from the richly layered Kronos Chronicles to the atmospheric Midnight Lie duology, alongside thoughtfully crafted standalones and anthology contributions. Publishing consistently since 2008, Rutkoski blends intricate world-building with emotionally resonant storytelling that appeals to both teen and adult readers.

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2012–2022)

Start with Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses and read in order.

Start this series with Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses

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Fierce Reads: Kisses and Curses
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Eternally Yours
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Kronos Chronicles Series

Complete

3 books (2008–2011)

Start with The Cabinet of Wonders and read in order.

Start this series with The Cabinet of Wonders

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The Cabinet of Wonders
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Celestial Globe
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Jewel of the Kalderash
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Midnight Lie Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2020–2021)

Start with The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves and read in order.

Start this series with The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves

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The Midnight Lie / Fall Like Thieves
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Hollow Heart
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Shadow Society Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2012)

Start with Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill and read in order.

Start this series with Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill

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Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Shadow Society
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

2 books (2022–2025)

Start with Real Easy and read in order.

Start this series with Real Easy

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2
Ordinary Love
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Winner's Trilogy Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2016)

Start with Bridge of Snow, the first of 4 books in the Winner's Trilogy series.

Start this series with Bridge of Snow

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Bridge of Snow
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Winner's Curse
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Winner's Crime
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Winner's Kiss
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

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.

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