What's Next for Sarah J. Maas? Top Fan Theories & Predictions

Sarah J. Maas' Next Book Series: Theories, Clues, and Wild Speculations

Alright, fellow Maasverse addicts, let’s talk theories. Sarah J. Maas has had us in a chokehold with her epic fantasy worlds—whether it’s the fae-infested lands of A Court of Thorns and Roses, the high-octane magic of Throne of Glass, or the celestial chaos of Crescent City. And now, with the multiverse officially confirmed (CC3 had us SHOOK), the burning question remains: What’s next?

While Maas has been tight-lipped about her upcoming projects, the fandom has been working overtime, decoding every interview, Instagram post, and even the tiniest breadcrumb she might’ve left us. So, let’s break down the most compelling theories about what could be coming next in the Maasverse.

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1. The Fae Wars: Prequel to Prythian's History

"Before there was peace, there was blood."

One of the most persistent theories is that Maas will take us back to the origins of Prythian’s fae courts, long before the events of ACOTAR. Think of it as a deep dive into the legendary war between fae and humans, where Miryam, Drakon, and Jurian’s story gets the full epic treatment.

🔥 Why This Could Be True:

• We know Maas loves war stories. The glimpses we got in ACOTAR of the first war between humans and fae were chef’s kiss in terms of drama, betrayal, and that slow-burn enemies-to-allies tension.
• We haven’t seen much of the fae gods. If Maas follows the historical route, we could get a deeper look at the original rulers of Prythian and their celestial ties (which totally align with CC’s Asteri, btw).
• The crossover potential is HUGE. With Crescent City confirming the multiverse, this could be the perfect bridge to explore the origins of all the worlds.

💀 Possible Plot Twist:

Jurian’s tragic ending? Not so tragic after all. Maybe he wasn't just some bitter, immortal dude but was playing a much bigger game. 👀

2. A Crescent City Spin-Off Featuring Tharion

"The ocean keeps its own secrets."

If there’s one character who deserved better in House of Flame and Shadow, it’s Tharion. Our poor merman got the worst deal (literally enslaved by a sea queen for eternity, cool cool cool), but something about the way his storyline ended feels… incomplete.

🌊 Why This Could Be True:

• We haven’t explored the ocean courts. Maas looooves to introduce new territories in her spin-offs, and what’s cooler than a world where the creatures of the deep are just as powerful as fae?
• Tharion’s ending wasn’t a real resolution. He’s still trapped under the sea, which means there’s a WHOLE story waiting to be told—possibly with him leading a rebellion against the sea queen?
• Maas hinted that she’s not done with Crescent City. She’s said multiple times that she has “more stories to tell” in that world, and since Bryce’s arc is kind of complete, why not shift focus?

🌊 Possible Plot Twist:

The Underwater Kingdom is hiding something BIG that ties into the larger war brewing across the multiverse. (Dark Asteri? Atlantis-inspired lore? Give it to us, Sarah.)

3. The Lost Heir: A Brand-New Fantasy Series

"Every legend starts with a secret."

Now, here’s a theory for the wild cards out there. What if Maas completely steps away from the current Maasverse (for now) and launches an entirely new fantasy world?

🏰 Why This Could Be True:

• She’s been working on something new. Maas has mentioned in passing that she has more books in the pipeline that aren't part of her current series.
• Throne of Glass ended. ACOTAR and CC are still alive and kicking, but TOG? Wrapped up neatly. She could be gearing up for a fresh world with new magic, new politics, and (gasp) NO fae. (Just kidding, she’d never do that to us.)
• A medieval-inspired world with dark academia vibes? Imagine a fallen royal bloodline, ancient magic resurfacing, and a heroine who doesn’t realize she’s the key to an ancient prophecy. It would be so on brand.

🏰 Possible Plot Twist:

The lost heir isn’t human at all but something older, something forgotten. (Maybe even connected to the multiverse after all?)

4. The Dusk Court: Elain & Azriel's Story

"A garden grows even in the dark."

This one’s for all the Elain x Azriel stans who’ve been waiting years for their slow-burn romance to finally get the spotlight. There’s been a LOT of buildup for Elain’s book, and it’s basically confirmed that she’s next in the ACOTAR lineup.

🌙 Why This Could Be True:

• The Dusk Court has been teased too many times. Maas doesn’t just drop mysterious court names without reason. We still don’t know who ruled it, why it fell, or what secrets it holds.
• Elain’s powers haven’t been fully explored. She’s a seer (which is rare AF), but we haven’t seen her use her gifts in a major way. Maybe the Dusk Court holds the key to unlocking her true potential.
• The love triangle drama is still unresolved. Azriel, Elain, Lucien—someone’s getting their heart broken, and that’s prime Maas angst.

🌙 Possible Plot Twist:

Elain doesn’t choose either Azriel or Lucien. Instead, she walks her own path, claiming the Dusk Court and becoming a ruler in her own right. (Wouldn’t that be iconic?)

5. The Multiverse War: The Big Crossover Event

"The worlds were never meant to be separate."

This is the endgame theory. Maas has laid the groundwork for a full-on multiverse war, and if she wants to go full Avengers: Endgame, she could bring all her protagonists together for the ultimate showdown against a greater force.

🚀 Why This Could Be True:

• Rhysand and Bryce’s meeting was just the beginning. Now that characters are dimension-hopping, it’s only a matter of time before we see Aelin, Feyre, and Bryce in the same room.
• The Asteri weren’t the real villains. If there’s an ancient force even they feared (hello, Vlag from TOG), then we’re talking about a war that spans every world Maas has created.
• Maas herself has said she has an “endgame” in mind. And what’s bigger than a multiverse-shattering, all-or-nothing battle?

🚀 Possible Plot Twist:

The real villain? Someone we already know—just not in the way we expected. (Rhysand’s past? The Gods of TOG? The missing Asteri? The possibilities are endless.)

What's Next for the Maasverse?

Sarah J. Maas has spent years building these incredible worlds, and whatever she writes next is guaranteed to shake the fandom. Whether we’re getting a Prythian prequel, an Elain-focused book, or a brand-new fantasy series, one thing is for sure: we’re not ready.

So, what do YOU think? Drop your wildest theories in the comments and let’s manifest the books we need. 👀📖✨

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