Bonus Chapters in the Maasverse – Complete Reading Guide
Bonus chapters have become a signature part of the Maasverse.
Across special editions, retailer exclusives, and international releases, Sarah J. Maas has included extra scenes that expand character relationships, reveal hidden motivations, and sometimes change how entire moments are interpreted.
These bonus chapters are scattered across multiple series — including A Court of Thorns and Roses, Throne of Glass, and Crescent City — which makes them notoriously hard to track down.
This guide brings all currently known Maasverse bonus chapters together in one place, including ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, and Crescent City. Below, you’ll find a complete overview of every known bonus chapter, organized by series, along with direct links to detailed reading guides for each world, so you don’t miss a single scene.
This guide is updated as new editions or bonus chapters are released.
All Bonus Chapters in the Maasverse – Overview by Series
These scenes appear across different books, editions, and retailers. Not every reader encounters them in the same order — or at all. Some are character-focused. Others deepen romantic arcs. A few provide crucial context that reframes key scenes.
To make this easier, the bonus chapters are grouped below by series. Each section includes a brief overview and a link to a dedicated, spoiler-aware guide with full details on where to find and how to read each bonus chapter.
A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR)
ACOTAR contains some of the most discussed bonus chapters in the Maasverse. These exclusive scenes often focus on character relationships, alternative points of view, and moments that add emotional weight to already pivotal events. Several ACOTAR bonus chapters appear only in specific editions and retailer exclusives, so many readers miss them — especially those reading digitally.
Throne of Glass
In Throne of Glass, bonus chapters tend to focus on character insight and emotional context rather than introducing alternate plotlines. Many readers encounter these scenes after finishing the main series, where they add depth to relationships and earlier events. The series’s length and multiple formats spread Throne of Glass bonus chapters across different editions. Many readers never encounter them in a single reading order.
Crescent City
Crescent City bonus chapters focus closely on character dynamics and post-book revelations. These scenes expand emotional aftermaths and add perspective without changing the main story. Publishers tie them to specific releases and editions, which often makes their placement confusing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sarah J. Maas Bonus Chapters
Are Maasverse bonus chapters canon?
Yes. Bonus chapters written by Sarah J. Maas are considered canon, even when they are released separately from the main editions. While they rarely introduce major plot twists, they often deepen character motivations, relationships, and emotional context that align with the core story.
Do I need to read the bonus chapters to understand the story?
No — the main story in each series stands on its own. However, many readers find that bonus chapters add emotional depth, clarify character dynamics, or enrich specific moments, especially on a reread or after completing a series.
Where can I find Maasverse bonus chapters?
Publishers place Maasverse bonus chapters in specific print editions, retailer exclusives, or international releases. This limited availability causes many ebook, audiobook, and library readers to miss them.
Do bonus chapters contain spoilers?
Readers get the most out of bonus chapters after finishing the book they accompany, and some resonate even more after completing the entire series. Each series guide linked above includes spoiler context and recommended reading placement.
Are there bonus chapters in all Sarah J. Maas series?
Yes. Bonus chapters exist across A Court of Thorns and Roses, Throne of Glass, and Crescent City, though the number, format, and focus vary between worlds.
When should you read Maasverse bonus chapters?
In most cases, readers get the most out of Maasverse bonus chapters after finishing the book they accompany. Authors design many of these scenes to expand character dynamics or emotional aftermaths after readers know the main events. Some bonus chapters resonate even more after completing an entire series, particularly when they revisit past relationships or offer additional perspective rather than advancing the plot. For this reason, readers often choose to save bonus chapters for the end of a book or as post-series companion reads.
Bonus chapters are an optional but rewarding part of the Maasverse reading experience. Whether you’re revisiting a favorite series or discovering these scenes for the first time, the guides above provide a clear overview of where each bonus chapter appears and how best to read them alongside the main story.
