The Shadow Army Trilogy books in order

The Shadow Army Trilogy by M.A. Nichols is a four-book fantasy series featuring shadow magic, war, and dark destiny.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Smoke and Shadow 2016 M.A. Nichols Buy
2 The Drogue 2016 M.A. Nichols N/A
3 Blood Magic 2019 M.A. Nichols Buy
4 A Dark Destiny 2019 M.A. Nichols Buy

The Shadow Army Trilogy by M.A. Nichols is a departure from her Regency romances, offering a fantasy story with shadow magic, war, and darker themes. Starting with Smoke and Shadow (2016), the series includes The Drogue, Blood Magic (2019), and A Dark Destiny (2019).

The series follows characters caught up in a conflict involving shadow forces and the magic needed to combat them. It shows a different side of Nichols’s writing, one focused on action and world-building rather than ballrooms and courtships.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Shadow Army Trilogy series?

There are four books in the The Shadow Army Trilogy series, published between 2016 and 2019.

What is the first book in the The Shadow Army Trilogy series?

The first book in the The Shadow Army Trilogy series is Smoke and Shadow, published in 2016.

Is The Shadow Army Trilogy connected to M.A. Nichols's romance series?

No. The Shadow Army Trilogy is a fantasy series with a completely different setting and tone from Nichols’s Regency romances. It features shadow magic, battles, and a darker storyline.

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