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Karina Halle Reading Order

22 series Β· 99 books

Karina Halle is a prolific Canadian author who seamlessly blends romance with dark suspense and horror across nearly a hundred books. Her work spans multiple interconnected series including the paranormal-focused Ada Palomino books, the atmospheric Dark Eyes Duet, and the intense Devils series, establishing her as a master of psychological tension and complex character relationships. A perennial bestseller on major lists including the New York Times and USA Today, Halle has built a devoted readership through her ability to pair compelling mysteries and thrills with deeply emotional romantic arcs.

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Ada Palomino Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2016–2021)

The Ada Palomino series by Karina Halle consists of three books published between 2016 and 2021, following publication order. The trilogy appears to be complete and combines mystery, thriller, romance, and horror elements. Read the books in order: Veiled, Demon Dust, and Song for the Dead.

Start with Veiled and read in order.

Anthologies Series

Ongoing

6 books (2015–2024)

Karina Halle's Anthologies series comprises six collections published between 2015 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. These anthologies span mystery, thriller, romance, and horror genres, offering varied stories across multiple volumes. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Crave: The 2015 Atria Indie Author Sampler and continuing through All the Love in the World, Dark Fairy Tales, Hell Hath No Fury, Dark Village, and The Love Archives: Vol. One.

Start with Crave: The 2015 Atria Indie Author Sampler, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Crave: The 2015 Atria Indie Author Sampler

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Crave: The 2015 Atria Indie Author Sampler
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All the Love in the World
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The Love Archives: Vol. One

Artists Trilogy Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2013)

The Artists Trilogy by Karina Halle is a four-book mystery and thriller romance series blending horror elements, published in 2013 as a complete collection. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Bold Tricks and continuing through On Every Street, Shooting Scars, and Sins & Needles.

Start with Bold Tricks, the first of 4 books in the Artists Trilogy series.

Dark Eyes Duet Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2021–2022)

Karina Halle's Dark Eyes Duet is a four-book mystery thriller romance series blending elements of horror, published between 2021 and 2022. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Black Sunshine and continuing through Nightwolf, The Blood is Love, and King of Darkness. Each installment builds on the narrative established in previous books, making sequential reading essential to following the story's development.

Start with Black Sunshine, the first of 4 books in the Dark Eyes Duet series.

Devils Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2013)

Karina Halle's Devils series consists of two complete books published between 2012 and 2013, blending mystery, thriller, romance, and horror elements. The two-book series, comprising The Devil's Metal and The Devil's Reprise, should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. This paranormal mystery romance offers readers a self-contained story across its compact two-volume collection.

Start with The Devil's Metal and read in order.

Start this series with The Devil's Metal

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Dirty Angels Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2015)

Karina Halle's Dirty Angels is a three-book romance mystery thriller series published between 2014 and 2015. The complete series follows a continuous narrative and should be read in publication order beginning with Dirty Angels, followed by Dirty Deeds and Dirty Promises. This trilogy blends elements of mystery, thriller, horror, and romance throughout its interconnected storyline.

Start with Dirty Angels and read in order.

Dracula Duet Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2022–2023)

Karina Halle's Dracula Duet is a two-book mystery thriller romance series that blends horror elements with suspenseful storytelling. Published in 2022 and 2023, the duet appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Blood Orange followed by Black Rose. These standalone entries combine the author's signature genres of mystery, thriller, romance, and horror into a cohesive narrative arc.

Start with Blood Orange and read in order.

Dumonts Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

Karina Halle's Dumonts series is a complete trilogy of mystery thrillers blending romance and horror elements, published between 2019 and 2020. The three booksβ€”Disarm, Discretion, and Disavowβ€”should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected narrative. This series combines psychological tension with dark romantic elements across its tightly woven three-book arc.

Start with Disarm and read in order.

Experiment In Terror Series

Likely Complete

17 books (2011–2021)

Karina Halle's Experiment in Terror series comprises 17 books published between 2011 and 2021, blending mystery, thriller, horror, and romance elements throughout. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Darkhouse and continuing through the sequels that follow. This lengthy series offers readers an extended narrative arc across its interconnected installments.

Start with Darkhouse, the first of 17 books in the Experiment In Terror series.

Gothic Shade of Romance Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2023–2023)

This two-book mystery and romance series by Karina Halle blends gothic atmosphere with thriller elements and paranormal intrigue. Hollow and Legend were both released in 2023 and should be read in publication order. The series appears to be complete, making it ideal for readers seeking a finished narrative arc within the dark romance and horror genre.

Start with Hollow and read in order.

Love, In English Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2014)

Karina Halle's Love, In English series is a two-book complete romance collection blending mystery, thriller, and horror elements. Both books were published in 2014 and should be read in publication order, beginning with Love, in English followed by Love, in Spanish. The series offers a compact, self-contained narrative arc for readers seeking atmospheric romance with darker undertones.

Start with Love, in English and read in order.

Start this series with Love, in English

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McGregor Brothers Series

Complete

6 books (2014–2016)

The McGregor Brothers series by Karina Halle comprises six completed novels published between 2014 and 2016, blending mystery, thriller, romance, and horror elements. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Pact and continuing through The Offer, The Play, Winter Wishes, The Debt, and concluding with The Lie. This interconnected series follows the lives and entanglements of the McGregor brothers as their stories unfold across the complete collection.

Start with The Pact, the first of 6 books in the McGregor Brothers series.

Nightwind Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2024)

Karina Halle's Nightwind series blends mystery, thriller, romance, and horror across two books published in 2023 and 2024. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Ship of Bones & Teeth followed by Ocean of Sin and Starlight.

Start with A Ship of Bones & Teeth and read in order.

Start this series with A Ship of Bones & Teeth

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A Ship of Bones & Teeth
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Ocean of Sin and Starlight

Nordic Royals Series

Complete

4 books (2018–2019)

The Nordic Royals series by Karina Halle consists of four standalone romance thrillers released between 2018 and 2019. Each book follows a different member of a royal family and should be read in publication order: A Nordic King, The Swedish Prince, The Wild Heir, and The Royal Rogue. The complete series blends mystery, romance, and dark elements as it explores the lives and secrets of Nordic royalty.

Start with A Nordic King, the first of 4 books in the Nordic Royals series.

North Ridge Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2018)

Karina Halle's North Ridge trilogy blends mystery, thriller, romance, and horror across three complete novels published between 2017 and 2018. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Maverick, followed by Wild Card, and concluding with Hot Shot. This is a finished trilogy with all books now available.

Start with Maverick and read in order.

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2024–2024)

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2014)

Karina Halle's short story collection series spans two volumes released between 2013 and 2014, blending mystery, thriller, romance, and horror elements across diverse standalone tales. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Stories for Amanda followed by Moments In Time to experience the full range of interconnected narratives.

Start with Stories for Amanda and read in order.

Start this series with Stories for Amanda

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Moments In Time(By: Kahlen Aymes)

Sins Duet Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2017)

Karina Halle's Sins Duet is a complete two-book mystery thriller romance series that blends dark suspense with horror elements. Published in 2017, the series consists of Black Hearts followed by Dirty Souls and should be read in publication order. This standalone duet delivers interconnected stories that build across both volumes to their conclusion.

Start with Black Hearts and read in order.

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

22 books (2014–2026)

Karina Halle has written 21 standalone novels across mystery, thriller, romance, and horror genres, with the series ongoing and new books expected through 2026. Published between 2014 and the present, these books should be read in publication order, beginning with Donners of the Dead. While each novel features its own complete story and characters, reading them chronologically by release date provides the best experience of Halle's evolving work across these interconnected genres.

Start with Donners of the Dead, the first of 21 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Donners of the Dead

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Thieves of Dragemor Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

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Underworld Gods Series

Ongoing

5 books (2022–2024)

The Underworld Gods series by Karina Halle is an ongoing dark romance and thriller saga comprising five books published between 2022 and 2024. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Crown of Crimson and continuing through God of Death, River of Shadows, City of Darkness, and Goddess of Light. With its blend of mystery, horror, and romantic elements, this series offers a supernatural narrative that unfolds across multiple interconnected installments.

Start with Crown of Crimson, the first of 5 books in the Underworld Gods series.

Start this series with Crown of Crimson

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Where Sea Meets Sky Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Karina Halle's Where Sea Meets Sky duology combines mystery, thriller, and romance elements across two books published in 2015. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Racing the Sun followed by Where Sea Meets Sky. This two-book sequence delivers a cohesive narrative arc that unfolds across both installments.

Start with Racing the Sun and read in order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Karina Halle written?
Karina Halle has written 99 books across 22 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Karina Halle series?
Here are the first books in Karina Halle's series: Ada Palomino: Veiled; Anthologies: Crave: The 2015 Atria Indie Author Sampler; Artists Trilogy: Bold Tricks; Dark Eyes Duet: Black Sunshine; Devils: The Devil's Metal.
What order should I read Karina Halle's books?
We recommend reading Karina Halle's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Karina Halle still writing new books?
Yes, Karina Halle has 4 ongoing series: Anthologies, Nightwind, Standalone Novels, Underworld Gods.

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