Series by Stephanie Garber
Caraval
4 books · Complete
Start here if you want the clearest introduction to Stephanie Garber’s world: magical spectacle, sister-centered fantasy, secrets, and theatrical mystery.
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Once Upon a Broken Heart
3 books · Complete
Choose this first if you want Stephanie Garber at her most romance-forward: curses, fate, longing, and stronger romantasy crossover energy.
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Best place to start
Start with Caraval and begin at Caraval. This is the clearest first-time path for most readers.
Then continue in publication order inside that series before branching to another entry point.
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Where should you start with Stephanie Garber?
Start with Caraval if you want the original fantasy world, the clearest entry point, and more magical mystery and spectacle.
Start with Once Upon a Broken Heart if you want stronger romance from page one, fairytale curses, and Jacks as a central draw.
If you want the smoothest full path, read Caraval first and then move into Once Upon a Broken Heart.
Recommended Reading Order for Stephanie Garber
The easiest way to read Stephanie Garber books in order is to finish Caraval first, then move into Once Upon a Broken Heart. The two series are connected through a broader story world, but they still work as distinct entry points with separate main arcs.
About Stephanie Garber
Stephanie Garber writes YA fantasy with strong romantic tension, dreamy worldbuilding, curses, secrets, and theatrical magic.
Most readers know Stephanie Garber for two major series: Caraval, her original breakout fantasy series, and Once Upon a Broken Heart, her romance-forward fairytale trilogy.
Why Readers Like Stephanie Garber
- Whimsical fantasy atmosphere
- Fairytale logic and curses
- Strong emotional stakes
- Glamorous, theatrical settings
- Romance with mystery and tension
Explore Stephanie Garber Series
New readers: start with Caraval.
Romance-first readers: start with Once Upon a Broken Heart.
Want the full path: read Caraval first, then continue into Once Upon a Broken Heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Stephanie Garber series to start with?
For most readers, Caraval is the best place to start because it is the original Stephanie Garber series and the cleanest entry point into her world.
Is Once Upon a Broken Heart a separate series?
Yes. Public series pages list Once Upon a Broken Heart as its own series, even though it connects to the Caraval world.
Should I start with Caraval?
Yes, for most readers. Caraval comes first in the larger world, even though Once Upon a Broken Heart can still work as its own entry point.
Which Stephanie Garber series is best for romantasy readers?
Many romantasy readers will be especially drawn to Once Upon a Broken Heart, but Caraval remains the clearest first series overall.
Are Stephanie Garber books YA or adult fantasy?
Stephanie Garber’s major series are generally shelved as YA fantasy, though they are also widely read by adult fantasy romance readers.