A Court of Mist and Fury(A Court of Thorns and Roses #2)
by Sarah J. Maas
🌶️ Quick Spice Verdict
Heat Level
Explicit with legendary slow burn
Spicy Scenes
~4 scenes
POV Style
First person (Feyre)
About A Court of Mist and Fury
Feyre returns from Under the Mountain a changed woman. Struggling with PTSD, she discovers new powers and a deeper connection with the mysterious High Lord of the Night Court, Rhysand.
Reading Vibes
🌶️ Spice Level Breakdown
ACOMAF is where the ACOTAR series turns up the heat significantly. The slow burn between Feyre and Rhysand is legendary in the romance community — hundreds of pages of tension before the payoff. When the spicy scenes arrive, they're explicit and emotionally charged. The famous Chapter 55 is one of the most talked-about scenes in all of romantasy. Expect 3-4 detailed intimate scenes that feel earned after the extensive buildup.
Tropes in A Court of Mist and Fury
Characters who start as adversaries and gradually fall in love
Destined partners, often in fantasy settings
Romance blended with fantasy world-building
Tension builds gradually over a long time before payoff
Protective rage when discovering a loved one was hurt
Content Warnings
⚠️ Content Warnings
- PTSD depiction
- Abuse recovery
- Violence
- Explicit sexual content
- Emotional manipulation
- Panic attacks
Should You Read A Court of Mist and Fury?
✅ Perfect For You If...
- •Anyone who read ACOTAR and wants MORE
- •Slow burn enthusiasts — this is peak slow burn
- •Readers who love the 'there was only one bed' energy
- •Fans of protective male leads who respect boundaries
- •Those who appreciate romance intertwined with trauma recovery
⛔ Skip This If...
- •You haven't read ACOTAR book 1 yet
- •You're attached to Tamlin as the love interest
- •Detailed PTSD depiction is triggering for you
- •You want quick-paced spice without buildup
Our Take
A Court of Mist and Fury is widely considered one of the greatest romantasy sequels ever written, and it's not hard to see why. Sarah J. Maas pulls off something remarkable — she makes you fall out of love with one character and desperately in love with another, all while telling a story about healing from trauma. Rhysand is the kind of love interest that ruins you for other book boyfriends. He's powerful but patient, protective but never controlling, and his slow courtship of Feyre is masterfully written. The world expands dramatically with the Night Court and its inner circle becoming a found family you'll adore. The famous Chapter 55 lives up to the hype. But beyond the romance, this is a story about a woman reclaiming her agency after abuse, and Maas handles it with surprising nuance. This book is the reason ACOTAR became a cultural phenomenon.
What Readers Say
Average community spice rating: 4.5/5
the.reading.nook
2024-12-10
“If you're coming from ACOTAR book 1 expecting the same level of spice, you're in for a surprise. ACOMAF is significantly spicier and the love interest switch is handled brilliantly. The found family with the Inner Circle adds so much warmth. Content warning: heavy PTSD depiction and abuse recovery themes. Beautiful but heavy.”
rhysand_simp
2024-10-30
“Chapter 55. That's it. That's the review. But seriously, ACOMAF is the book that ruined me for all other book boyfriends. The slow burn between Feyre and Rhys is LEGENDARY. You wait hundreds of pages and when it finally happens, it's explicit, emotional, and absolutely perfect. The PTSD representation is also really well done.”
bookish.dreams
2024-09-14
“The spice in ACOMAF is a 4 for me — it's explicit but not as frequent as some other romantasy books. What makes it special is the BUILDUP. 400+ pages of tension before the payoff. And Rhysand is the most respectful, consent-forward love interest I've ever read. The way he helps Feyre heal from trauma while falling for her? Perfection.”
ya_to_na_reader
2024-08-22
“This was my first 'adult' fantasy romance and WOW. I went from reading YA to this and was not prepared for Chapter 55. The spice is explicit and detailed. But what I love most is that the intimate scenes feel earned — you've been through so much emotional turmoil with these characters that the physical connection means something. Absolutely life-changing book.”
📚 Series Information
A Court of Mist and Fury is book #2 of 5 in the A Court of Thorns and Roses series.
⚠️ We recommend reading this series in order for the best experience.
Other books in this series:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Court of Mist and Fury spicy?
Yes, A Court of Mist and Fury has a spice level of 4/5 on our scale, which we rate as "Very Spicy (Explicit)." Detailed explicit intimate scenes. ACOMAF is where the ACOTAR series turns up the heat significantly. The slow burn between Feyre and Rhysand is legendary in the romance community — hundreds of pages of tension before the payoff. When the spicy scenes arrive, they're explicit and emotionally charged. The famous Chapter 55 is one of the most talked-about scenes in all of romantasy. Expect 3-4 detailed intimate scenes that feel earned after the extensive buildup.
What is the spice level of A Court of Mist and Fury?
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas is rated 4 out of 5 on the SpicyBooks spice scale. This means it's "Very Spicy (Explicit)" — detailed explicit intimate scenes. The steam level is: Explicit with legendary slow burn.
How many spicy scenes are in A Court of Mist and Fury?
A Court of Mist and Fury contains approximately 4 intimate/spicy scenes. ACOMAF is where the ACOTAR series turns up the heat significantly. The slow burn between Feyre and Rhysand is legendary in the romance community — hundreds of pages of tension before the payoff. When the spicy scenes arrive, they're explicit and emotionally charged. The famous Chapter 55 is one of the most talked-about scenes in all of romantasy. Expect 3-4 detailed intimate scenes that feel earned after the extensive buildup.
What tropes are in A Court of Mist and Fury?
A Court of Mist and Fury features the following romance tropes: ⚔️ Enemies to Lovers, ✨ Fated Mates, 🐉 Romantasy, 🔥 Slow Burn, 😤 Who Did This to You. These tropes are central to the story and shape the romantic dynamic between the characters.
Does A Court of Mist and Fury have content warnings?
Yes, readers should be aware of the following content warnings for A Court of Mist and Fury: PTSD depiction, Abuse recovery, Violence, Explicit sexual content, Emotional manipulation, Panic attacks. We always recommend checking content warnings before reading if you have specific sensitivities.
Is A Court of Mist and Fury part of a series? Do I need to read it in order?
Yes, A Court of Mist and Fury is book 2 of 5 in the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. We recommend starting with book 1 for the best experience, as the story builds on previous events.
Who would enjoy A Court of Mist and Fury?
A Court of Mist and Fury is perfect for: Anyone who read ACOTAR and wants MORE; Slow burn enthusiasts — this is peak slow burn; Readers who love the 'there was only one bed' energy. The reading vibes are: Swoony, Healing, Empowering, Intensely romantic, Epic.
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