Books 1 and 2
The Book of Azrael originally released in 2022, and The Throne of Broken Gods originally released in 2023. Later Headline and Kensington editions do not create extra books.
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Gods & Monsters Books in Order
By Amber V. Nicole · 5 known books · 4 published · 1 upcoming · Ongoing · Book 5 upcoming
Start with The Book of Azrael and follow Amber V. Nicole’s Gods & Monsters series in order, including the upcoming fifth book, The Fall of the Crowned King.
Start with: The Book of Azrael
Ongoing4 Published1 UpcomingDark RomantasyEnemies-To-LoversStrong Slow Burn
About this series
The Book of Azrael is Book 1 of the official Gods & Monsters series. The series is an adult, fantasy-dominant dark romantasy with enemies-to-lovers tension and a strong multi-book slow burn.
Four numbered books are published as of September 2026. The Fall of the Crowned King is Book 5, scheduled by Kensington for November 24, 2026. The series remains ongoing.
Dark RomantasyEnemies-To-LoversSlow Burn
5 currently known books · 4 published · 1 upcoming
Quick answer: read The Book of Azrael, The Throne of Broken Gods, Dawn of the Cursed Queen, The Wrath of the Fallen, then The Fall of the Crowned King.
Read more about this series
Four numbered books are published as of September 2026. The Fall of the Crowned King is Book 5, scheduled by Kensington for November 24, 2026. The series remains ongoing.
Dark RomantasyEnemies-To-LoversSlow Burn
5 currently known books · 4 published · 1 upcoming
Quick answer: read The Book of Azrael, The Throne of Broken Gods, Dawn of the Cursed Queen, The Wrath of the Fallen, then The Fall of the Crowned King.
Reading order
The Book of Azrael Series Order: Quick Answer
Read The Book of Azrael, The Throne of Broken Gods, Dawn of the Cursed Queen, The Wrath of the Fallen, then The Fall of the Crowned King. Four books are published and Book 5 is upcoming.
Series status
Ongoing, 5 currently known books
Next book
The Fall of the Crowned King, November 24, 2026
Gods & Monsters Books in Order
The Book of Azrael is Book 1 of the official Gods & Monsters series. Follow the numbered order below. Dates show original publication chronology where verified.
- 1
The Book of Azrael
Original release: April 26, 2022. Kensington edition: September 30, 2025.
PublishedApril 26, 2022
- 2
The Throne of Broken Gods
Original release: May 23, 2023. Later Headline and Kensington editions use newer dates.
PublishedMay 23, 2023
- 3
Dawn of the Cursed Queen
Original release: May 28, 2024. Later publisher editions use newer dates.
PublishedMay 28, 2024
- 4
The Wrath of the Fallen
Original release: August 5, 2025. Kensington edition: October 28, 2025.
PublishedAugust 5, 2025
- 5
The Fall of the Crowned King
Kensington publication date: November 24, 2026.
UpcomingNovember 24, 2026
What Comes After The Book of Azrael?
The Throne of Broken Gods is Book 2 and should be read immediately after The Book of Azrael. Then continue with Dawn of the Cursed Queen, The Wrath of the Fallen, and The Fall of the Crowned King.
What Is The Book of Azrael Book 2?
The Throne of Broken Gods is Book 2 in Amber V. Nicole’s Gods & Monsters series.
What Is The Book of Azrael Book 3?
Dawn of the Cursed Queen is Book 3 in the Gods & Monsters series.
What Is The Book of Azrael Book 4?
The Wrath of the Fallen is Book 4 and is published.
What Is The Book of Azrael Book 5?
The Fall of the Crowned King is Book 5 and is currently upcoming.
Next book
The Fall of the Crowned King
Gods & Monsters #5 · November 24, 2026 · Upcoming
Is The Book of Azrael Series Complete?
No. Gods & Monsters is ongoing. Four numbered books are published and The Fall of the Crowned King is the officially announced fifth installment, but current publisher material does not confirm that Book 5 is the final book.
How Many Books Are in The Book of Azrael Series?
There are currently five officially known numbered books: four published and one upcoming. That count does not claim that five is the final planned total.
Do You Need to Read Gods & Monsters in Order?
Yes. The series follows one continuing story, so start with The Book of Azrael and continue through the numbered books in order.
Is The Book of Azrael a Standalone?
No. It is Book 1 of Gods & Monsters, and the story continues in the later numbered installments.
What Is The Book of Azrael Series Called?
The official series name is Gods & Monsters. Readers often use The Book of Azrael series because it is the first book’s title.
Original Release vs New Publisher Editions
The early Gods & Monsters novels appeared in more than one edition. Retailer dates can therefore be newer than the original story release, but the reading order stays the same.
Books 3 and 4
Dawn of the Cursed Queen is the 2024 third installment, followed by The Wrath of the Fallen as the 2025 fourth installment. Newer editions can show later dates.
Book 5
The Fall of the Crowned King is the upcoming fifth numbered installment, currently listed by Kensington for November 24, 2026.
Reading Order Notes
This guide follows the numbered Gods & Monsters sequence and separates original releases from later publisher editions.
Why publication order works
Publication order preserves the continuing story. Later Kensington and Headline editions do not add new installments or change the reading sequence.
Is The Book of Azrael a standalone?
No. Gods & Monsters follows one continuing story. Start with The Book of Azrael and read each numbered installment in order.
Is The Fall of the Crowned King the final book?
The publisher identifies it as Book 5 and gives it a November 24, 2026 release date, but current publisher copy does not confirm that it is the final book. Treat Gods & Monsters as ongoing.
New to this series? Start here
The Book of Azrael
Best first entry point for Gods & Monsters. Read this before the rest of the series.
Series at a glance
5
Known numbered books
4
Published
1
Upcoming
Ongoing
Series status
Official series: Gods & Monsters
Start with: The Book of Azrael
Next release: November 24, 2026
Reader fit: Adult, fantasy-dominant, high spice, strong multi-book slow burn
Frequently Asked Questions
What order do The Book of Azrael books go in?
Read The Book of Azrael first, followed by The Throne of Broken Gods, Dawn of the Cursed Queen, The Wrath of the Fallen, and The Fall of the Crowned King.
What is The Book of Azrael series called?
The official series name is Gods & Monsters by Amber V. Nicole. The Book of Azrael is the first book in the series.
How many books are in The Book of Azrael series?
There are currently five officially known numbered Gods & Monsters books. As of September 2026, four are published and Book 5, The Fall of the Crowned King, is upcoming.
Is The Book of Azrael a standalone?
No. The Book of Azrael is Book 1 of the continuing Gods & Monsters series.
What book comes after The Book of Azrael?
The Throne of Broken Gods is Book 2 and comes immediately after The Book of Azrael.
What is Book 3 in The Book of Azrael series?
Dawn of the Cursed Queen is Book 3 in the Gods & Monsters series.
What is Book 4 in The Book of Azrael series?
The Wrath of the Fallen is Book 4.
What is Book 5 in The Book of Azrael series?
The Fall of the Crowned King is Book 5 in Amber V. Nicole’s Gods & Monsters series.
When does The Fall of the Crowned King come out?
Kensington currently lists The Fall of the Crowned King for November 24, 2026.
Is the Gods & Monsters series complete?
No. The series is ongoing. Four numbered installments are published and a fifth is officially announced.
Is The Fall of the Crowned King the final Gods & Monsters book?
The publisher currently identifies The Fall of the Crowned King as Book 5, but does not label it as the final book in the series. Gods & Monsters should therefore still be treated as ongoing.
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