Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas – Book Five in the Throne of Glass Series
The long road to the throne has only just begun.

Aelin Galathynius is Queen of Terrasen in name, but her kingdom remains out of reach. With war looming and enemies closing in on every side, Aelin must gather her allies and ignite a rebellion powerful enough to shatter the darkness rising across Erilea.

But loyalties shift like shadows, and sacrifices will be demanded. As ancient monsters stir and terrible truths come to light, Aelin must face the cost of embracing her destiny—and the terrifying power that lies within her flame.

🔥 Tropes: found family, epic journey, slow-burn romance, queen vs. world
🔥 For fans of fierce heroines, ride-or-die friendships, and jaw-dropping betrayals
🔥 Book five in the Throne of Glass saga
🔥 A queen’s power is rising—but so is the storm

“You do not yield.”

📖 Reading Note:
This book runs in the same timeline as the next book, Tower of Dawn. Some readers like to alternate chapters between the two for a chronological experience (there are guides online to help!). Or, you can read Empire of Storms first and Tower of Dawn second, as they were originally published. Try it the other way around for your reread!