Fae and Alchemy Series Order
Quicksilver & Brimstone reading order · Updated August 2026
The Fae & Alchemy series by Callie Hart has two books out as of August 2026: Quicksilver (June 2024) and Brimstone (November 2025). Start with Quicksilver and read in publication order. Book 3 is scheduled for September 7, 2027, delayed from its original November 2026 date. The series is planned as a trilogy with two additional side-character books to follow.
This is a fated-mates enemies-to-lovers romantasy with Fae politics, slow-burn tension, and cliffhangers that make skipping around impossible. If you start with Brimstone, you will spoil major reveals and miss the foundation that makes the second book hit harder.
Short answer
The Fae & Alchemy series by Callie Hart has two books out: Quicksilver (June 2024) and Brimstone (November 2025). Start with Quicksilver and read in publication order. Book 3 was originally scheduled for November 2026 but has been delayed to September 7, 2027. A bonus novella, Quicksilver Bonus Scenes: Kingfisher's POV, offers extra scenes from the male lead's perspective.
What this series is known for
- Fated-mates Fae romance with enemies-to-lovers tension
- Slow burn that builds before getting hot (moderate to high spice)
- Cliffhangers that force publication order, no skipping
- Morally gray love interest and high-stakes Fae world politics
After the reading order
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Fae & Alchemy series books in order
Quicksilver
Released June 4, 2024
Saeris Fane was supposed to live a quiet life, but when she's forced into a dangerous bargain with the Fae warrior Kingfisher, everything changes. Set in the mystical land of Yvelia, Quicksilver is a fated-mates enemies-to-lovers romantasy that became a #1 New York Times bestseller.
Brimstone
Released November 18, 2025
The second book continues Saeris and Kingfisher's story as duty, blood, honor, and power collide. Saeris doesn't want any of it, but the Fae world won't let her walk away. Secrets unravel, and the stakes climb higher.
Bonus content
Quicksilver Bonus Scenes: Kingfisher's POV is a bonus novella that offers extra scenes from Kingfisher's perspective. Read it after finishing Quicksilver if you want more insight into the male lead's thoughts. It is not required for the main story but adds depth for fans.
When is Fae & Alchemy book 3 coming out?
Fae & Alchemy book 3 is scheduled for September 7, 2027. Callie Hart announced the delay in July 2026, pushing the release back from the original November 10, 2026 date. She stated on social media that the decision was difficult but necessary to deliver the best book possible.
The gap between Brimstone (November 2025) and book 3 (September 2027) is roughly 22 months. For context, the gap between Quicksilver and Brimstone was 17 months. Hart has confirmed she is actively writing the third book and that it has been a challenging installment to craft.
Special editions of Quicksilver and Brimstone with new matching covers are releasing November 17, 2026. These are paperback editions with updated artwork, not new story content.
| Book | Release Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Quicksilver | June 4, 2024 | Available now |
| Brimstone | November 18, 2025 | Available now |
| Book 3 | September 7, 2027 | In progress |
Where to start with the Fae & Alchemy series
Start with Quicksilver. Do not skip it. Do not read a summary and jump to Brimstone. The first book is the foundation for everything that comes after, and the relationship between Saeris and Kingfisher builds in a way that requires you to see every step.
Quicksilver follows Saeris Fane, a woman forced into a dangerous bargain with Kingfisher, a morally gray Fae warrior with secrets that run deeper than she realizes. The book is fated-mates enemies-to-lovers with slow-burn tension, Fae politics, and a romance that escalates from hate to heat in a way that feels earned. Quicksilver became a #1 New York Times bestseller and ignited BookTok for a reason.
The spice level is moderate to hot. The tension simmers for the first half before the romance gets steamy. If you want to know exactly when the heat kicks in, major spicy scenes appear in chapters 12, 20, 22, 27, and 37.
If you like fated-mates Fae romance, enemies-to-lovers banter with bite, morally complex love interests, and tension that makes you want to throw the book across the room in the best way, you will like Quicksilver. If you hate cliffhangers, wait until all three books are out. This series does not play fair with endings.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Fae & Alchemy series reading order?
The Fae & Alchemy series by Callie Hart has two books out: Quicksilver (June 2024) and Brimstone (November 2025). Start with Quicksilver and read in publication order. Book 3 was originally scheduled for November 2026 but has been delayed to September 7, 2027. A bonus novella, Quicksilver Bonus Scenes: Kingfisher's POV, offers extra scenes from the male lead's perspective.
Is Quicksilver spicy?
Yes, Quicksilver is spicy. The book has a moderate to hot spice level, rated 2.5-3 out of 5. The romance is slow burn enemies-to-lovers with fated-mates energy, and the heat builds gradually before getting very steamy in the second half. Major spicy scenes appear in chapters 12, 20, 22, 27, and 37.
Do I need to read Quicksilver before Brimstone?
Yes, you must read Quicksilver before Brimstone. The Fae & Alchemy series has a continuous timeline with cliffhangers and major reveals that build on each other. Starting with Brimstone will spoil key twists and leave you confused about character relationships, world rules, and the plot. Publication order is the only way to read this series.
When is Fae & Alchemy book 3 coming out?
Fae & Alchemy book 3 is scheduled for September 7, 2027. The book was originally set for November 10, 2026, but Callie Hart delayed it to give herself more time to complete the story. She announced the delay on social media in July 2026, stating the decision felt necessary to deliver the best book possible.
How many books will be in the Fae & Alchemy series?
The Fae & Alchemy series is planned as a trilogy, with three main books total. Callie Hart has stated she hopes to release two additional side-character books after the main trilogy is complete. So far, two books are out: Quicksilver (2024) and Brimstone (2025).
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Sources
Series order and release dates verified as of August 2026.
- Callie Hart Official FAQUsed for Fae & Alchemy series count and official release information.
- Goodreads Fae & Alchemy SeriesUsed for series order and reader context.
- Brimstone WikipediaUsed for Brimstone release date and series context.
- BigLittleReads: Book 3 Delayed to Sept 2027Used for book 3 delay announcement and special edition release dates.
- Russh: Quicksilver Book 3 Release DateUsed for book 3 delay details and author statement.
- Quicksilver Spice Chapter Guide (Bookish Goblin)Used for spice level and heat context.
- Quicksilver Review & Spicy Chapters (Esta Pinto)Used for spice level rating and reader experience context.
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