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Lightlark

The Lightlark series in reading order: 4 books reviewed on The Bookish Elf, first published between 2022 and 2025.

Book 1 in one line: This debut marks Aster as an author to watch in the YA fantasy genre, showing promise that future installments might iron out the few wrinkles present in this otherwise captivating first entry.

Books reviewed4

Series average4.0★

Where to start

Book 1Lightlark2022 · ★ 4.0

A curse-bound world where love and survival clash

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Start hereLightlark2022 · ★ 4.0

A curse-bound world where love and survival clash

Nightbane2023 · ★ 4.0

A sequel that deepens and darkens the world of Lightlark

Skyshade2024 · ★ 4.0

A story where love tests the limits of power

LatestCrowntide2025 · ★ 4.0

One prophecy. Two soulmates. A thousand ways for the world to end.

Frequently asked questions

What is the reading order of the Lightlark series?

Lightlark, Nightbane, Skyshade, Crowntide.

Where should I start the Lightlark series?

Start with Lightlark, first published in 2022.

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