10 Best YA Fantasy Trilogy Books to Read in 2025
Looking for your next ya fantasy trilogy? We’ve picked the best sets, magical worlds, and quests that will keep you hooked!
If you’re looking for a ya fantasy trilogy to get lost in, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve read a boatload of books with our friends—some good, some we’d rather forget existed (looking at you, old library basement finds). When picking the top 10 ya fantasy trilogies, we focused on thrilling plots, lovable weirdos (uh, characters), world-building you’d want to move into, and, of course, enough twists to make you spill your cocoa. Whether you want forbidden love, magical craziness, or just a thrilling adventure, this list will help you find your next favorite ya fantasy trilogy. No spoilers, just honest picks and maybe a few laughs.
On this list:
10 The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins
We still remember the first time our friend bet us we couldn’t finish all three books in one weekend. Spoiler: We did, and we also ate an entire pizza. The ya fantasy trilogy blends dystopia and fantasy with a kick-butt heroine and lots of drama. Sure, you’ll start questioning your snacking skills, but isn’t that part of the fun?
9 The Grisha Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo
Magic, darkness, and shadowy guys with great hair. We couldn’t put it down until our cat literally sat on the book. Part Russian folklore, part straight-up fantasy, it’s a ya fantasy trilogy you brag about finishing at book club—unless you’re our friend Mark, who keeps calling it ‘that book with the antler necklace.’
8 The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare
This ya fantasy trilogy is like sipping tea with demon hunters in Victorian London. You’ll swoon, you’ll laugh, and you might cry (we did—twice). The love triangle could power a small town, and the banter is gold. Clare’s world-building is so tasty you’ll want seconds.
7 An Ember in the Ashes Trilogy by Sabaa Tahir
We picked this ya fantasy trilogy because it’s full of action, twisty plots, and a romance that actually made us shout at the pages. It’s got a brutal empire, rebels, and a bunch of characters who make some bonehead choices. If you loved the kick-butt drama and rebellion from Red Queen (but want a fresh ride), this trilogy is a great fit. Plus, the world building is awesome and there are actual consequences when folks mess up.
6 The Folk of the Air Trilogy by Holly Black
If you wish your high school had more murder and faerie politics, this ya fantasy trilogy is for you. It’s twisty, dark, and your friends will get tired of hearing you say, ‘Just one more chapter.’ Beware: You will, maybe, start practicing sword-fighting in your room.
5 Shatter Me Trilogy by Tahereh Mafi
Words fly off the page in this ya fantasy trilogy about a girl who can’t touch anyone (relatable in flu season). It’s poetic, action-packed, and full of angsty romance. We stayed up way past bedtime to finish it, and our next day zombie walk was worth it.
4 The Queen’s Rising by Rebecca Ross
We picked ‘The Queen’s Rising’ because it’s got a mix of magic, political drama, and angsty teens trying to make sense of a twisty fantasy world. It’s not over-hyped but still delivers on those ‘chosen one with a dark secret’ vibes that ya fantasy trilogy fans crave. Plus, the prose isn’t too heavy, so you won’t need to drag out your old dictionary every five minutes.
3 The Winner’s Trilogy by Marie Rutkoski
Not a lot of magic, but tons of mind games, scheming, and forbidden love. This ya fantasy trilogy is chess, if chess had hot soldiers. We raced through these, shouting at the characters like bad refs at a soccer game. Skilled writing and clever twists—just don’t expect dragons.
2 Legend Trilogy by Marie Lu
A ya fantasy trilogy that’s all action and rebellion, set in future LA. Two super teens battle it out (and sometimes kiss), so be ready for page-turning drama. We loved the short chapters—perfect for those of us with attention spans of a goldfish.
1 His Dark Materials Trilogy by Philip Pullman
The ya fantasy trilogy that broke our sleep schedule: talking bears, daemons, and worlds within worlds! It’s got adventure, heart, and enough philosophy to make you feel deep while still snacking on popcorn. We picked this as the best because each book feels like a new adventure, not just a sequel. Pullman writes layers upon layers, so even if you miss a plot twist, you’re still along for a wild ride. The themes of love, bravery, and growing up mean everyone in the group found something to enjoy—even our picky friend Tim. It’s witty, moving, and smart but never talks down to readers. If you only read one ya fantasy trilogy in your life, let it be this one. Your brain—and soul—will thank you.
