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Kingdom of the Wicked Books in Order
By Kerri Maniscalco · 3 main books · Complete trilogy
Use this Kingdom of the Wicked books in order guide to read Kerri Maniscalco’s dark fantasy romance trilogy clearly. The series includes three main books: Kingdom of the Wicked, Kingdom of the Cursed, and Kingdom of the Feared.
Start with: Kingdom of the Wicked
About this series
For first-time readers, publication order is the best reading order. The trilogy follows one connected story of witches, demon princes, supernatural mystery, court intrigue, and escalating romantic tension.
Quick Answer
Read Kingdom of the Wicked first, then Kingdom of the Cursed, then Kingdom of the Feared. The series is complete as a three-book trilogy, and publication order is the best first-time path.
If you are new to the series, start with Kingdom of the Wicked and continue through the main books in publication order for the clearest first read.
Best first read: publication order.
Quick answer: read Kingdom of the Wicked first, then Kingdom of the Cursed, then Kingdom of the Feared. The series is complete as a three-book trilogy.
Read more about this series
If you are new to the series, start with Kingdom of the Wicked and continue through the main books in publication order for the clearest first read.
Best first read: publication order.
Quick answer: read Kingdom of the Wicked first, then Kingdom of the Cursed, then Kingdom of the Feared. The series is complete as a three-book trilogy.
Kingdom of the Wicked Reading Order
- 1
Kingdom of the Wicked
2020
- 2
Kingdom of the Cursed
2021
- 3
Kingdom of the Feared
2022
The correct Kingdom of the Wicked reading order is publication order. Read Kingdom of the Wicked, then Kingdom of the Cursed, then Kingdom of the Feared.
Reading Order Notes
These Kingdom of the Wicked reading order notes help first-time readers follow the trilogy clearly and avoid major spoilers.
Why publication order works
For most readers, publication order is the best Kingdom of the Wicked reading order because it preserves the trilogy's reveal structure, relationship escalation, and supernatural worldbuilding.
Do you need to read Kingdom of the Wicked in order?
Yes, you should read in order. This trilogy follows one continuous storyline, and each book builds on earlier reveals, romance progression, and supernatural conflict.
What comes after Kingdom of the Wicked?
After Kingdom of the Wicked, read Kingdom of the Cursed. Then finish with Kingdom of the Feared.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked Complete?
Yes. Kingdom of the Wicked is complete as a three-book trilogy: Kingdom of the Wicked, Kingdom of the Cursed, and Kingdom of the Feared.
That makes it a strong choice for readers who want a finished dark fantasy romance series rather than an ongoing romantasy world with future books still pending.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked Romantasy?
Yes. It is often read as dark romantasy or dark fantasy romance, with witches, demon princes, supernatural conflict, and a central romantic arc.
A precise label would be dark fantasy romance or dark romantasy with witch-demon romance elements. If you want a nearby comp, see Crowns of Nyaxia books in order.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked Spicy?
Kingdom of the Wicked is not usually considered high-spice in the first book, but the romantic tension and mature tone increase as the trilogy continues. The series is better described as dark fantasy romance with escalating romantic intensity rather than spice-first romantasy.
For higher-heat picks, browse best spicy romantasy books.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked YA or Adult?
Kingdom of the Wicked is often shelved near YA or crossover fantasy romance, but it has a darker tone than many lighter YA fantasy books. The trilogy includes murder mystery, demons, witches, temptation, romantic tension, violence, and increasingly mature emotional stakes.
Who should read Kingdom of the Wicked?
- Readers who want dark fantasy romance with witches and demon princes.
- Readers who like slow-burn romantic tension and supernatural temptation.
- Fans of gothic atmosphere, murder mystery, court intrigue, and magical bargains.
- Readers looking for a complete three-book trilogy.
Who might want to skip it?
- Readers looking mainly for cozy or soft romantasy.
- Readers who want high-spice romance from book one.
- Readers who dislike demons, murder mystery, or darker supernatural themes.
If you want more dark fantasy romance after this trilogy, compare it with ACOTAR reading order or visit the Kerri Maniscalco books in order hub.
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Kingdom of the Wicked
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Best for: dark witch-demon fantasy romance readers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct Kingdom of the Wicked reading order?
The correct order is Kingdom of the Wicked, Kingdom of the Cursed, and Kingdom of the Feared.
What book comes after Kingdom of the Wicked?
After Kingdom of the Wicked, read Kingdom of the Cursed. It is the second book in Kerri Maniscalco’s trilogy.
What is the third Kingdom of the Wicked book?
The third book is Kingdom of the Feared, which completes the main trilogy.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked complete?
Yes. Kingdom of the Wicked is a complete trilogy.
Do you need to read Kingdom of the Wicked in order?
Yes. The trilogy follows one connected story, so first-time readers should read in publication order.
Where should I start with Kingdom of the Wicked?
Start with Kingdom of the Wicked, the first book in the trilogy.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked romantasy?
Yes. It is often read as dark romantasy or dark fantasy romance, with witches, demon princes, and a central romantic arc.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked spicy?
The series has romantic tension and becomes more intense as it continues, but it is usually better described as dark fantasy romance than high-spice romantasy.
Is Kingdom of the Wicked YA?
Kingdom of the Wicked is often treated as YA or crossover fantasy romance, but it has darker themes, violence, murder mystery, demons, and mature romantic tension.
Who should start with Kingdom of the Wicked?
This series is a strong fit for readers who want witchy atmosphere, demon princes, romantic tension, and a fast-moving dark fantasy romance trilogy.