Is 'Anastasia'S Marriage Of Convenience' A Standalone Novel Or Part Of A Series?

I’ve been diving into 'Anastasia’s Marriage of Convenience' lately, and it’s a fascinating read. From what I gathered, it’s actually the first book in a trilogy. The story sets up a rich world of political intrigue and slow-burn romance, but it doesn’t wrap up all the loose ends—clearly leaving room for sequels. The second book, 'Anastasia’s Crown of Thorns,' explores the fallout from her choices, while the third, 'Anastasia’s Reign,' concludes her arc as a ruler. The author’s website confirms this, and fans on forums often discuss how the trilogy evolves. If you love detailed world-building and character growth spanning multiple books, this series is worth committing to.

What stands out is how each book deepens Anastasia’s relationships and the kingdom’s conflicts. The marriage of convenience is just the starting point; the later installments tackle war, betrayal, and her struggle to balance duty with love. The cliffhangers are brutal but purposeful, making the series feel cohesive rather than disjointed. It’s rare to find a trilogy where each book feels essential, but this one nails it.

As someone who devours romance novels, I can confirm 'Anastasia’s Marriage of Convenience' isn’t standalone. It’s part of a duet, with the sequel titled 'Anastasia’s Last Vow.' The first book ends on a jaw-dropping twist that practically demands you read the next one. The duet format works beautifully here—tight storytelling without dragging things out. The sequel resolves the fake marriage trope by turning it into something real and messy, with way higher stakes. I binged both in a weekend; the pacing is that addictive. Authors are leaning into shorter series lately, and this pair proves why. No filler, just emotional payoff.

Standalone? Not a chance. 'Anastasia’s Marriage of Convenience' is Book 1 in the 'Rubies and Ruin' series, which currently has four books. The series expands beyond Anastasia’s story, focusing on different noble families in the same empire. Her marriage kicks off a domino effect of alliances and scandals explored in later books. You *could* read it alone, but you’d miss the bigger political chessboard. The author drops subtle hints about future conflicts—like the mysterious border tensions—that only make sense in sequels. It’s a soap opera in the best way.

Definitely a series. The novel’s ending teases a sequel with Anastasia’s husband getting kidnapped—zero closure. Fan wikis list two more books, though the third’s title isn’t finalized yet. The series leans into ‘marriage of convenience’ tropes but escalates with each book: secret babies, assassination plots, the works. If you hate unfinished business, wait until all three are out. The fandom’s already theorizing about spin-offs, too.