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House of Earth and Blood

by Sarah J. Maas

4.2 out of 5, from 1,076 ratings from Hardcover readers

In a modern city shared by angels, fae and shifters, a young woman still reeling from her friends' murder is pushed into working with a brutal assassin. They must track the killer, who has started again.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2020
Pace
Medium
Length
Long
Pages
803
Format
Book 1 of 3 in Crescent City
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Read this if you want urban fantasy with a murder investigation, a grief-stricken heroine and a lot of banter and heat.

Skip this if you prefer traditional medieval fantasy, or find a modern slang-heavy style distracting.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Violence
  • Death
  • Grief
  • Sexual content
  • Gore

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Murder
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Torture
  • Drug use
  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Slavery
  • Blood

Quick answers about House of Earth and Blood

What is House of Earth and Blood about?
In a modern city shared by angels, fae and shifters, a young woman still reeling from her friends' murder is pushed into working with a brutal assassin. They must track the killer, who has started again.
Who should read House of Earth and Blood?
Read it if you want urban fantasy with a murder investigation, a grief-stricken heroine and a lot of banter and heat. Skip it if you prefer traditional medieval fantasy, or find a modern slang-heavy style distracting.
How long and how fast is House of Earth and Blood?
It is a medium-paced, long read of about 803 pages, first published in 2020.
Does House of Earth and Blood have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence, Death, Grief, Sexual content, Gore.
Can I borrow House of Earth and Blood for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends House of Earth and Blood; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after House of Earth and Blood?
Readers who liked it often move on to A Court of Silver Flames, Ninth House, From Blood and Ash.

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