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Kiersten Hall-Contributor

Kiersten Hall

Contributor

October, 2024
Throne of Glass (2012), Harry Potter, Fourth Wing
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About Kiersten Hall

Kiersten Hall is an avid reader with extensive knowledge of popular fantasy books (both new and classic). She enjoys sharing reviews of books on both her bookstagram and goodreads , in addition to writing for Screen Rant. When she's not working, she can be found reading in the park, iring her sourdough starter, or cuddling her hairless cat, Lumpy. 

Industry Focus

Kiersten is a contributor at Screen Rant, focusing on popular fantasy books and series. 

Favorite Media

Kiersten loves to read books in the fantasy, romance, and thriller/mystery genres. Her favorite books include The Lord of the Rings, Throne of Glass, Harry Potter, and Pride and Prejudice. She is currently obsessed with Fourth Wing, and is eagerly awaiting the newest installment. 

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10 Romantasy Books To Read If Deadly Trials Are Your Favorite Trope

The high-stakes tension and suspense of trials and competitions will continue to be a romantasy staple for years to come, and these books do it well.

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Silver Elite vs Shield Of Sparrows: Which Of BookTok's Buzzy Romantasy Hits Is Better?

Since their release on May 6, Silver Elite and Shield of Sparrows are sparking debates among romantasy readers, but one is a bit better.

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10 New Books That Are Perfect Beach Reads For Summer 2025

The arrival of summer means reading by the pool or relaxing on at the beach with a good book — and these 10 should be added to your TBR.

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After Onyx Storm, The Next Fourth Wing Book Can Return To The Series' Romance Roots In 4 Great Ways

The ending of Onyx Storm promises a truly entertaining narrative in book four, but it also sets up Violet and Xaden's romance to mirror its origins.

Silver Elite, The Knight and the Moth, A Curse Carved in Bone, and A Fate Forged in Fire book covers
Move Over, Fourth Wing: Two May 2025 Romantasy Books Are Already Blowing Up On BookTok

Rebecca Yarros' Onyx Storm may have been the biggest romantasy release of 2025 thus far, but two novels may take the reins next.

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I'm Calling It Now, This Dystopian Novel Will Be The Next BookTok Sensation

Based on early reviews and ratings from the BookTok community, Dani Francis' Silver Elite is poised to become the next Booktok sensation.

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Fourth Wing's Best Naolin Theory Was Debunked By One Line, But I Still Think There's A Twist Coming After Onyx Storm

Several convincing theories argued Naolin was the venin Sage, and while he may not be, Yarros clearly has something big in store for his character.

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One Brutal Court Of Thorns & Roses Scene From 10 Years Ago Highlights The Series' Biggest Missed Opportunity

Character deaths are never easy to experience in any beloved series, but the weight of one could have done a service to ACOTAR's narrative.

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A Feast of Thorns and Roses Cookbook surrounded by ACOTAR series book covers
A Court Of Thorns & Roses' Unofficial Cookbook Is The Perfect Way To Celebrate Its Major Milestone In May

Sarah J. Maas' ACOTAR series is celebrating 10 years this May, and one author and chef created one of the best ways to experience the series IRL.

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It's Been 7 Years Since Throne Of Glass Ended, And I'm Still Sad We Never Got One Aelin Romance With So Much Potential

Several characters fall in love with Aelin throughout the Throne of Glass series, but there's one romance Maas cuts tragically short.

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The Nightingale, Heartless, and The Time Traveler's Wife book covers
10 Sad Books Guaranteed To Make You Cry

Sometimes readers need a story that evokes intense emotions, and thankfully, there are plenty of books that will do just that.

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Every Venin Signet Power In The Fourth Wing Books After Onyx Storm (Confirmed & Theories)

Onyx Storm confirmed the venin can manifest signet abilities, and while Yarros only confirmed a few, there are others that might pop up future books.

Three Throne of Glass covers featuring a full-body image of Celaena, a close-up image, and Celaena in the palace
All 3 Of Aelin's Throne Of Glass Romances, Ranked

Aelin is easily one of Maas' best characters, so it's no wonder many characters fall for her — but some of her romances are better than others.

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"No Chance": Amazon's Fourth Wing TV Show Is All But Guaranteed To Avoid The Biggest Problem That Hurt Game Of Thrones

After Game of Thrones' lackluster ending, it's no surprise fans are concerned about the fate of Amazon's Fourth Wing — but there's no need to be.

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Two Huge Romantasy Series Are Continuing In April, And It's Not Too Late To Catch Up On The Other Books

Lauren Roberts and Kaylie Smith's latest romantasy sequels are all anyone can talk about, but it's not too late to catch up before their release.

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One Fourth Wing Character Is So Horrible In Onyx Storm, I'll Actually Be Disappointed If They're A Venin

Yarros has done a great job at introducing a variety of villains to the narrative, but if another one ends up being venin, it will be too predictable.

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Bellatrix Lestrange and Narcissa Malfoy Standing in Snape's House in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Harry Potter Basically Told Us Narcissa Malfoy Would Betray Voldemort, 2 Years Before Deathly Hallows

Narcissa's betrayal of Voldemort in Deathly Hallows is perfectly foreshadowed during one scene in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

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Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen and Woody Harrelson as Haymitch Abernathy in The Hunger Games with the Sunrise on the Reaping cover in the middle
Every Everdeen Family Mystery The New Hunger Games Book Finally Solved

Sunrise on the Reaping focuses mainly on Haymitch, but the early narrative also makes sure to explore more about the Everdeen's and their history.

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I'll Never Look At Haymitch's Nickname For Katniss In The Hunger Games The Same Way After Sunrise On The Reaping

Haymitch calls Katniss "sweetheart" from the very beginning, but Sunrise on the Reaping explains she's not the first he's bestowed it upon.

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Forget The Com, I've Just Realized How Violet Will Actually Find Xaden In The Next Fourth Wing Book

The com may still hold some importance to the narrative, but I think Yarros teased another way for Violet to find Xaden in the next book.

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