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Emperor's Assassin Books in Order

by Kai ButlerLGBTQ+

4 books so far (book 5 is due October 26, 2026). They run from Betrothed to the Emperor (2025) to Dragon Blood Curse (2026). Rated 4.7 across 584 listener reviews.

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Reading order

  1. Betrothed to the Emperor

    Book 1 2025 4.6 (258)

    I was born to kill the emperor, but first, I must marry him. I trained as an assassin while my twin sister trained to be the empress. My life will be forfeit once I murder the most powerful man on the continent, but I have no choice.

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  2. Emperor's Wrath

    Book 2 2025 4.9 (140)

    If my mother knew what I was doing, her rage would melt the entire Silver City. But I have no choice, not if I want to save the Northern Kingdom and everyone I hold dear.

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  3. Shadow Throne King

    Book 3 2025 4.8 (111)

    With our enemies dispersed, Tallu and I must confront a greater threat than either of us could dream of. Will his secrets lead to our loss or will he finally trust me with the truth he can barely whisper in the dark?

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  4. Dragon Blood Curse

    Book 4 2026 4.8 (75)

    The generals that once served Emperor Tallu now pursue us across the continent. We have one chance to save our lives, one hope at a future that we both so desperately want.

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  5. Crown of Ash

    Book 5 Out October 26, 2026

    As fires burn Tavornai and Bemishu marches on the Ariphadeus, something even more horrifying threatens the happiness Tallu and I have found.

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About this reading order

Books are listed in the series' own numbering, which for Emperor's Assassin is also the best order to read them in. Years are first publication where we could confirm it, and otherwise the first audiobook release.

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