The Ragpicker King will follow Cassandra Clare’s Sword Catcher, but not much is known about the sequel just yet. Clare is known for her Shadowhunter books, which are still ongoing. But while the Shadowhunters Chronicles isn’t finished, Clare is now writing an adult fantasy series set in the tumultuous world of Castellane, where wealth and power are the highest commodities.
Sword Catcher introduces readers to Kel and Lin, whose paths cross after a near assassination. The duo finds themselves wrapped up in the politics of the Ragpicker King, who lords over Castellane’s criminal society. Readers will presumably learn more about the character in Sword Catcher‘s sequel, The Ragpicker King, which is just the first sequel in Clare’s new fantasy story.
Those wondering if there’s more to Clare’s Sword Catcher series will be relieved to know that a sequel is already confirmed. Clare’s follow-up novel will be called The Ragpicker King, as confirmed on the author’s website. The novel will continue following Kel and Lin’s story, with the former fully wrapped up in the world of the titular underworld leader and the latter undergoing tests to determine if she’s the Goddess of the Ashkar.
For those familiar with Clare’s Shadowhunter books, it’s probably no surprise that her adult fantasy book will continue beyond its initial installment. And the wait for the next novel won’t be long. Clare’s follow-up will be here relatively soon, ensuring readers stay immersed in Kel and Lin’s world.
According to Clare’s website, The Ragpicker King‘s release date is slated for sometime in 2025. Although a specific publication date hasn’t been set, the sequel will arrive on shelves just two years after its predecessor. Given the length and scope of Clare’s fantasy narrative, it’s a fairly standard amount of time between books. Readers will need to keep an eye out for pre-order and release date updates going forward.
Hopefully, the follow-ups to The Ragpicker King will also come out relatively quickly after its release. Clare will likely be working on her final Shadowhunter trilogy in the near future as well, so she’ll have her hands full with new releases. But she has already revealed plans to continue the Sword Catcher books after The Ragpicker King, ensuring that Kel and Lin’s story continues for some time.
In addition to The Ragpicker King coming out in 2025, Clare is planning to expand Kel and Lin’s story for a few more books. The author admitted as much during an interview with Paste Magazine, saying that she had plans for at least four novels set in this world. She noted that this won’t come as a surprise to anyone who’s followed her Shadowhunters series, which extended far beyond one book — or even one series.
There are currently no details about the other books or when they could arrive, but Sword Catcher fans can plan to spend a lot of time in this world. The Ragpicker King will undoubtedly expand the lore and politics of Clare’s adult fantasy world, paving the way for further sequels. Sword Catcher is just beginning, and that’s an exciting prospect for fantasy lovers and fans of Clare’s previous work.