Sarah J. Maas, the author of Court of Thorns and Roses, has become an overnight sensation after her book series went viral on BookTok. While Maas is not new to fame, her audience has greatly expanded as more and more young adults have become hooked on one of her most famous series, A Court of Thorns and Roses. 

This viral series has impacted sales of her two other series: Throne of Glass and Crescent City. She has sold over 12 million copies and her books have been translated into 37 different languages. Maas takes her readers on a ride of drama, violence and tons of spicy scenes that makes it impossible to pull yourself back into reality. 

Her brilliant characterizations allow for the reader to create relationships with the characters, mostly love-hate relationships, allowing readers to feel emotions authentically as the character progresses through the novel. The written reviews are overflowing with 5 stars, and the readers cannot stop gushing about the books. 

While her novels were intended to be a joy read with a deeper dive into the meanings behind some of the scenes, many believe they have a powerful message about abusive relationships, as well as the fight for survival with mental health issues. 

The gripping story in Court of Thorns and Roses has been compared to Beauty and The Beast. When viewed as a retelling, it takes a more realistic approach to the abusive love shared between Belle and The Beast. 

Overall, Sarah J. Maas’ A Court of Thorns and Roses is the perfect book to read for pure joy. It will have you wishing you could be a part of that world, making you desperate for more once you finish the series.