The Riftborne books are part of Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox’s Esprithean Trilogy. The series begins with Riftborne, continues with Duskbound, and is set to conclude with Realmblade. Here’s the reading order, what each book is, and the current release information for Book 3, along with how the trilogy fits into the wider world the authors write in.
Riftborne Books in Order
| Order | Book | Authors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riftborne | Bree Grenwich & Parker Lennox | Published |
| 2 | Duskbound | Bree Grenwich & Parker Lennox | Published |
| 3 | Realmblade | Bree Grenwich & Parker Lennox | Upcoming, early 2027 |
Read them in that order. The Esprithean Trilogy tells one continuing story across all three books rather than resetting with new characters each time, so starting with Riftborne matters.
How Many Riftborne Books Are There?
The Esprithean Trilogy consists of three books: Riftborne, Duskbound, and Realmblade. Riftborne and Duskbound are published, while Realmblade is the upcoming third and final book, currently scheduled for early 2027. It’s worth keeping “confirmed” and “published” separate here: Realmblade has a confirmed title, position, and release window, but it isn’t out yet.
What Is Riftborne Book 1?
Riftborne is Book 1 of the Esprithean Trilogy and the series’ starting point, written by Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox. It follows Fia Riftborne, a branded outcast hiding a dangerous power, who is pulled into the Sídhe Guard by General Laryk Ashford after that power erupts in public. It’s a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy, and the book that establishes the world, magic system, and central relationship the rest of the trilogy builds on.
For the full plot, characters, romance, and spice breakdown, see our complete Riftborne guide. This page focuses on where Riftborne fits in the wider series.
What Is Riftborne Book 2?
Riftborne Book 2 is Duskbound, the second book in the Esprithean Trilogy. Duskbound directly continues the story introduced in Riftborne and should be read after it, not as a starting point.
Without spoiling either book, the political and magical conflict introduced in Riftborne becomes far more central in Duskbound, and Fia’s situation changes significantly early on. It’s the book that pushes the trilogy’s stakes from personal to genuinely high, setting up everything Realmblade is expected to resolve.
What Is Riftborne Book 3?
Riftborne Book 3 is Realmblade, the third and final book in the Esprithean Trilogy. The authors describe it as the epic conclusion to the series, bringing Fia’s story and the trilogy’s wider conflict to a close.
Plot details for Realmblade haven’t been released beyond its position as the trilogy’s conclusion, so there’s nothing reliable to summarize about its story yet. Reader anticipation has been high since Duskbound’s ending, with many readers actively watching for updates as the early 2027 window approaches.
When Is Riftborne Book 3 Coming Out?
Realmblade is currently scheduled for early 2027. The authors’ official information describes it as the epic conclusion to the Esprithean Trilogy arriving in early 2027, and that’s the release window currently listed in official material. A specific publication day has not been announced.
If you want the most current status as the date approaches, check Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox’s official channels or your preferred retailer’s product page, since those are most likely to reflect any updates first. We’ll update this section if a specific date is confirmed.
Are the Riftborne Books Connected?
Yes. Riftborne, Duskbound, and Realmblade form one continuing trilogy, so the books are designed to be read in order. Characters, relationships, and the central conflict carry forward from book to book rather than resetting.
Is Duskbound the Second Riftborne Book?
Yes, Duskbound is Book 2 of the Esprithean Trilogy, following directly after Riftborne. It continues Fia and Laryk’s story rather than introducing a separate narrative, which is why it’s grouped as part of the same “Riftborne books” series rather than a spinoff or companion novel.
Do You Need to Read Riftborne Before Duskbound?
Yes. Riftborne should be read first because Duskbound continues its story directly, picking up plot threads, character relationships, and stakes that are set up in Book 1. Reading out of order would mean missing context that Duskbound assumes you already have. Reading order for the trilogy so far is straightforward: Riftborne, then Duskbound, then Realmblade once it’s available.
Are the Riftborne Books Part of the Esprithean Trilogy?
Yes, the Riftborne books are the Esprithean Trilogy. Riftborne, Duskbound, and Realmblade make up the full trilogy, with Riftborne as Book 1, Duskbound as Book 2, and Realmblade as Book 3 and the trilogy’s conclusion. The name “Esprithean Trilogy” is simply the umbrella term for these three books together.
Are the Riftborne Books Part of the Sundered Realms Universe?
Yes, but it’s worth keeping two things separate. The Esprithean Trilogy is the immediate three-book series that tells Fia’s story. The Sundered Realms Extended Universe is the broader shared world Grenwich and Lennox write in, which connects to their other series as well. You don’t need to read anything else in that wider universe to follow the Esprithean Trilogy, but it’s there if you want to keep exploring the world once you’re finished. Think of it as two layers: the trilogy is the story you’re actually reading, and the wider universe is the shared setting it belongs to.
Can You Read the Riftborne Books as Standalones?
Riftborne, the first book, is the entry point to the trilogy and doesn’t require reading anything beforehand. From there, though, the books form a continuing story rather than standalone entries, so Duskbound and Realmblade are best read in order rather than picked up independently. Riftborne itself ends with unresolved threads rather than a clean close, which is part of why the series is built to be read straight through. For a fuller breakdown of Riftborne’s ending and how it sets up the rest of the series, see our full Riftborne guide.
What Genre Are the Riftborne Books?
The Riftborne books are fantasy romance and romantasy novels, combining slow-burn romance, magical powers, political conflict, and fantasy-world stakes. Readers who enjoy enemies-to-lovers dynamics and forced-proximity tension alongside a developed fantasy setting tend to be the best fit for the series.
Are the Riftborne Books Spicy?
Riftborne features an open-door, slow-burn romance, with intimate scenes becoming more prominent as Fia and Laryk’s relationship develops. For the full spice-level breakdown, see our complete Riftborne guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Riftborne books are there?
Three: Riftborne, Duskbound, and Realmblade. Riftborne and Duskbound are published now, and Realmblade is the confirmed third and final book, scheduled for early 2027.
What order should I read the Riftborne books in?
Read Riftborne first, then Duskbound, then Realmblade once it’s available. The trilogy tells one continuing story, so reading in order matters.
What is Riftborne Book 2?
Riftborne Book 2 is Duskbound, the direct continuation of Fia and Laryk’s story after the events of Riftborne.
Is Duskbound Book 2 of Riftborne?
Yes, Duskbound is officially Book 2 of the Esprithean Trilogy, following Riftborne.
What is Riftborne Book 3?
Riftborne Book 3 is Realmblade, confirmed as the third and final book in the trilogy, though plot details haven’t been widely released yet.
Is Riftborne a standalone?
No, Riftborne is the first book in a three-book trilogy and ends with threads that continue into Duskbound. See our full Riftborne guide for more on how it ends.
Who wrote the Riftborne books?
Bree Grenwich and Parker Lennox wrote the Riftborne books together, starting with their debut, Riftborne.
If you're starting the series, begin with Riftborne and continue on to Duskbound. Realmblade is set for early 2027, so keep that release window in mind as you plan your reading.
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