Karen Ann Hopkins Reading Order
6 series · 42 books
Karen Ann Hopkins is a prolific author known for her captivating stories in the contemporary fiction and romance genres. With a total of 42 books spanning six series—including Crossroads, Possum Gap, and The Wings of War—she has established a loyal readership since her debut in 2012. Among her most notable works, "Serenity's Plain Secrets" stands out, showcasing her ability to weave complex characters and intricate plots.
Crossroads Series
Complete2 books (2019–2020)
Start with Forbidden Ways and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Forbidden Ways 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Sweet Regrets 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Possum Gap Series
Ongoing7 books (2022–2025)
Start with Dark Hollow Road, the first of 7 books in the Possum Gap series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dark Hollow Road 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Free From Sin 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Rush Into Evil 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Demons Live Here 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Grovel To None 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Misery Loves Calamity 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Wicked Winds Whisper 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Serenity's Plain Secrets Series
Ongoing22 books (2014–2026)
Start with Lamb to the Slaughter, the first of 22 books in the Serenity's Plain Secrets series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Lamb to the Slaughter 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Secrets in the Grave 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Whispers from the Dead 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Hidden in Plain Sight 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Paper Roses 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Evil in My Town 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Bloody Ties 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Widow 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Unholy Ground 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Blood Rock 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Offering 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Wicked Legacy 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Serenity 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Devil's Eye 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Lost Soul 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Night Song 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Perfect Death 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Sinful Alliance 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Blood Clan 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | Deadly Design 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Sinister Summer 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Hunting Butterflies 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
Start with Willow Creek / One Kiss Is All It Takes and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Willow Creek / One Kiss Is All It Takes 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Fortuna Coin 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Temptation Series
Complete5 books (2012–2017)
Start with Temptation, the first of 5 books in the Temptation series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Temptation 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Belonging 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Forever 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Rachel's Deception 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Deception 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Wings of War Series
Complete4 books (2014–2017)
Start with Embers, the first of 4 books in the The Wings of War series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Embers 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Gaia 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Tempest 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Eternity 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Karen Ann Hopkins written?
- Karen Ann Hopkins has written 42 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Karen Ann Hopkins series?
- Here are the first books in Karen Ann Hopkins's series: Crossroads: Forbidden Ways; Possum Gap: Dark Hollow Road; Serenity's Plain Secrets: Lamb to the Slaughter; Temptation: Temptation; The Wings of War: Embers.
- What order should I read Karen Ann Hopkins's books?
- We recommend reading Karen Ann Hopkins's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Karen Ann Hopkins still writing new books?
- Yes, Karen Ann Hopkins has 2 ongoing series: Possum Gap, Serenity's Plain Secrets.