Splintered Books in Order
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Dec 2015
How to Read the Splintered series
Must Read in Order
· Start with Book 1
Read in order—each book builds directly on the previous one.
The Splintered series must be read in order. The story follows a continuous narrative across all books, with major revelations, character decisions, and Wonderland events carrying directly from one volume to the next. Reading out of order causes confusion and major spoilers because later books assume full knowledge of earlier plot twists, relationships, and the evolving family curse.
About the Splintered series
Series Premise
The Splintered series is a dark, modern retelling of Alice in Wonderland. Alyssa must navigate the dangerous realm of netherlings, confront powerful queens, and make impossible choices that affect both Wonderland and her life in the human world.
Main Characters
Alyssa Gardner serves as the strong-willed central protagonist who must embrace her heritage. She is caught between Jeb, her loyal human childhood friend, and Morpheus, the seductive and unpredictable netherling prince of Wonderland.
Setting
The series moves between a realistic modern Texas town and a bizarre, gothic version of Wonderland filled with shifting landscapes, talking creatures, and rival courts ruled by the Red and White Queens.
Tone & Themes
The tone is darkly romantic and atmospheric with moments of whimsy and danger. Central themes include destiny versus free will, the complexity of love, identity and madness, and breaking generational curses.
Is This Series Worth Reading?
This series appeals to teens and young adults who enjoy dark fantasy retellings of classics, emotional love triangles, and strong heroines in imaginative worlds. It suits readers who want romance blended with adventure and psychological depth.
Content Warnings and Heat Level
Moderate fantasy violence and dark themes; romantic content with sensual tension that increases in later books; suitable for mature young adult readers.
The Splintered series reimagines Wonderland as a seductive and perilous realm through Alyssa’s continuing journey. Its sequential structure builds deep investment in her choices and relationships. The blend of romance, dark fantasy, and emotional growth creates a compelling modern Alice saga.
FAQ
How many books are in the Splintered series?
6 books total: 3 main + 2 extra stories + 1 companion book
When will the next book in the series be released?
No new book is currently scheduled. The latest book, Alice The Absent, was published in September 2020.
When was the most recent book released?
Alice The Absent was published in September 2020.
What was the first book in the series?
The first book in the series is Splintered, published in January 2013.
What genre is the Splintered series?
The series primarily falls into the Fantasy genre.
Do you need to read the Splintered series in order?
Yes, the series should be read in order. The books follow a continuous story, starting with Splintered.
What is the Splintered series about?
The Splintered series is a dark, modern retelling of Alice in Wonderland. Alyssa must navigate the dangerous realm of netherlings, confront powerful queens, and make impossible choices that affect both Wonderland and her life in the human world.
Is the Splintered series finished?
The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.
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