Shield of Sparrows Books in Order

How many books are in the Shield of Sparrows series?

There are 2 books in the Shield of Sparrows series, published 2025–2026. It's ongoing, with book 3 on the way.

The short answer

Devney Perry · 2 books

How many books?
There are 2 books in the Shield of Sparrows series, published 2025–2026.
Is it finished?
No — it's ongoing, with book 3 on the way.
Next book
Seven and the Swift, due 9 March 2027.See all upcoming releases →
Where to start
Start with Shield of Sparrows (2025).

About 980 pages — roughly 16 hours of reading

by Devney Perry · 2 books · ★ 4.42 average rating · Updated

FantasyRomance

A princess fleeing an arranged marriage crosses paths with a cursed guardian bound to protect her, in a slow-burn journey across a kingdom under siege.

Here is the complete Shield of Sparrows reading order — all 2 books by Devney Perry, in the order you should read them:

Reading order

  1. Shield of SparrowsAn overlooked princess is thrust into an arranged marriage with an enemy prince to seal a treaty protecting their kingdoms from monsters.2025528 pages
  2. Rites of the StarlingSeparated from the man she loves after a devastating attack, Odessa must become the Guardian her people desperately need.2026450 pages

Good news: for this series, reading order and publication order are the same — just read straight down the list.

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Frequently asked questions

How many books are in the Shield of Sparrows series?

There are 2 books in the Shield of Sparrows series, published 2025–2026. It's ongoing, with book 3 on the way.

Is the Shield of Sparrows series finished?

No. Devney Perry is still writing it: book 3, Seven and the Swift, is due 9 March 2027, following Rites of the Starling (2026).

What is the first Shield of Sparrows book?

Shield of Sparrows (2025) is book one, at 528 pages. An overlooked princess is thrust into an arranged marriage with an enemy prince to seal a treaty protecting their kingdoms from monsters.

Should I read the Shield of Sparrows series in publication order?

Yes. For the Shield of Sparrows series, reading order and publication order are the same — Shield of Sparrows (2025) through Rites of the Starling (2026).

How long does it take to read all Shield of Sparrows books?

About 980 pages across 2 books — roughly 16 hours at a page a minute. The longest is Shield of Sparrows (528 pages); the shortest is Rites of the Starling (450 pages).

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