Crowds at bookstores last night for new book in Acotar series, 'such a hype doesn't happen often'

Dutch bookstores opened their doors at midnight for the release of the sixth book in Sarah J. Maas's 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series. Fans eagerly awaited this new installment, having waited five years since the last release. Events were held in various cities, attracting large crowds, particularly in Enschede where around 150 young adults attended. The popularity of the series is attributed to its accessibility and the influence of BookTok, a community promoting books on TikTok. Maas's work has sold millions of copies and is translated into forty languages. The series is often compared to Harry Potter, though it targets a different audience.