If you’re the kind of reader who feels a book before even turning the first page, sprayed edges are probably your weakness. There’s something magical about holding a story that looks just as breathtaking on the outside as it feels on the inside.
Here are 5 must-have sprayed edges books that are currently redefining fantasy shelves - designed by top artists who genuinely love the stories just as much as the fans do.
1. Throne of Glass Sprayed Edges Set
Each book in this set features a different fierce female character from Sarah J. Maas’ iconic fantasy series. From Celaena to Aelin, these designs are a tribute to strength, survival, and unrelenting power. The artwork captures the evolution of these women across the series and feels like holding a portrait gallery of your favorite queens and assassins. A true collector’s dream.
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2. Red Rising Sprayed Edges Set
Bold, raw, and striking - just like the world of Darrow. This set highlights three core characters from the series, each brought to life with vivid detail. Whether you're a longtime Howler or just stepping into Pierce Brown’s brutal universe, these edges scream rebellion and loyalty in every line and color.
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3. Quicksilver by Callie Hart
This one’s for the lovers of moody aesthetics and dark fantasy. The sprayed edge features a mist-covered forest with a lone sword piercing through the shadows and butterflies fluttering like forgotten whispers. It mirrors the haunting, magnetic energy of Callie Hart’s storytelling. If you love a slow burn set against a haunting backdrop, this is the edge design you’ll want to stare at forever.
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4. Fourth Wing + Iron Flame Sprayed Edge Set
This set takes edge art to the next level with a continuous edge design - dragons flying across both books, with Basgiath War College as the backdrop. The edges line up to create one epic, seamless fantasy scene. It’s not just a detail - it’s an experience. If you’ve ever wanted your bookshelf to breathe fire, this one’s for you.
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5. Belladonna Series Sprayed Edges
Romantic, eerie, and dangerously pretty. The sprayed edges on Belladonna showcase character illustrations inspired by the original covers, drawn with intense attention to detail. The style echoes gothic elegance and paints the story’s dark romantic tone before you even open the book.
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So... Why Do People Obsess Over Sprayed Edges?
Because they make your books feel personal. Like the edition was made for you.
Sprayed edges turn a regular book into something rare, something you want to keep forever. And in a world of mass-produced everything, that kind of beauty is worth collecting.
