Mercuryby Callie Hart quickly became one of the top fantasy books of the year – and also one of the most popular books on BookTok. Gaining millions of fans around the world since its release in June 2024, it's no surprise that the rights to a Mercury adaptation were purchased by Netflix for a whopping seven-figure deal. THE Mercury The deal marks Netflix's new commitment to the fantasy genre after a series of major cancellations. And as the expectation surrounding the film adaptation of Mercury continues to grow, as does the excitement for Hart's second novel in the series.
Luckily, Callie Hart recently teased the second book in her Fae and Alchemy series at an event with UK retailer Waterstones. However, when talking about the Mercury sequel, Hart was quick to apologize to fans, stating that the book is “chaos from the first page to the end“. Although she has not yet revealed more information about the plot of the second book, Hart's cryptic message raises several concerns about what to expect next in the fantasy book series.
Callie Hart is already apologizing for scenes in the upcoming Quicksilver sequel
Fans need to prepare for several exciting scenes
The Callie Hart sequel Mercury is highly anticipated, but it was just announced that the second book in the series won't be released until late 2025. While Hart is still working on Mercury sequel, she revealed some teasers about what fans can expect from the second novel. During the event with Waterstones, Hart explained that the second book in the series would begin with extremely high stakesand includes several emotional scenes for which she apologized in advance.
With so much time until the next romance Fae and Alchemy series releases, Hart's apology made loyal readers worry about what would happen next. Hart did an incredible job building Mercuryfantasy world in the first book, and developed several beloved characters. However, the narrative has not yet suffered significant losses so far. Heeding Hart's warning, it's likely that fans will need to prepare for the likelihood of character deaths in the second book.
Callie Hart tease means Quicksilver will likely kill off one or more beloved characters
Book Two Could Set the Tone for Book Three
Several recent fantasy book series haven't been afraid to kill off fan-favorite characters – and this often adds a more realistic element to the narrative. However, this also means that readers will be heartbroken to see their favorite characters leave the series. Although several of Hart's characters are popular his last comments imply that no character is safe from this fate in the Mercury sequence. As Hart explained, the story will begin with “all gas, no brakes“—apparently referring to the high stakes around which the second novel will revolve, as well as implying that the story could begin in media reswith readers getting straight into the action.
It would be devastating to see any character in Hart's cast succumb to this fate, but as the story is just beginning, it's unlikely they will all make it to the end.
There are several secondary characters who could be at risk in the second noveland they all have equal importance to the overall plot. Although some play smaller roles, his character development has already secured his place as a beloved character – including Archer, servant and friend of Kingfisher's fire elf. It would be devastating to see any character in Hart's cast succumb to this fate, but as the story is just beginning, it's unlikely they will all make it to the end.
A character's death in the second book could be what Saeris needs to develop her power
Mercury only scratches the surface of his power
All over Mercury, Saeris Fane is hesitant to learn anything about her Alchemist skillsoften refusing to accept that she has any kind of power. However, after Saeris opens the portal between the realms, she can no longer deny the power she has the potential to wield. Throughout the series, she tries to control mercury to fulfill her deal with Kingfisher, but it isn't until the end of the first book that she truly understands how to do it.
By the end of the book, Hart makes it quite obvious that Saeris is more powerful than previously believed – but the series has yet to delve into her true potential. While Mercury only scratches the surface of Saeris's power, It's likely that the death of a major character in the second book could be a driving force in the further development of their character arc and abilities. As MercuryThe ending of Saeris becomes half-fae and half-vampire, the sequel to Hart's bestseller fantasy It will be one of the most anticipated books to be released next year.