Which King Of Battle And Blood Book Comes After The First Novel?

I just inhaled the first book in the 'King of Battle and Blood' series. That ending has me frantic for the sequel! What's the official title of book two?
2026-07-26 10:52:24
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TobyOwl
TobyOwl
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After 'King of Battle and Blood', you should read 'Queen of Myth and Monsters'. The dynamic between the protagonists undergoes significant strain in this book, which some romance-focused readers found frustrating. I saw it as a necessary evolution.

A relationship born out of conflict and necessity can't just become smooth sailing. Watching them navigate distrust, external pressures, and their own personal traumas felt more realistic and ultimately more rewarding than if they'd just been happy from the start. The conflict has purpose.
2026-08-01 01:43:32
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PaxSnyder
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For sure, 'Queen of Myth and Monsters' is next. I'd recommend maybe skimming the last few chapters of 'King of Battle and Blood' again before jumping in, just to re-acclimate yourself to the precise political and emotional state things were left in. The sequel hits the ground running and assumes you remember the details.

There's a lot of names, titles, and historical events referenced casually, so being a little refreshed helps you stay immersed without needing to flip back to a wiki constantly.
2026-08-01 06:17:10
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