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Kresley Cole

Kresley Cole Reading Order

8 series · 45 books

FantasyRomanceYoung Adult

Kresley Cole is a prolific author known for her captivating blend of historical and fantasy romance. With 45 books spanning eight series, including the popular Arcana Chronicles and Immortals After Dark, her work has gained a dedicated following worldwide. Active from 2002 to 2026, Cole's engaging storytelling has earned her a spot on the New York Times bestseller list and translated her works into over eighteen languages.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2006–2006)

#Title
1
Cover of Playing Easy to Get
Playing Easy to Get
2006Buy 🇺🇸

Arcana Chronicles Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2012–2023)

Start with Poison Princess, the first of 7 books in the Arcana Chronicles series.

#Title
1
Cover of Poison Princess
Poison Princess
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Endless Knight
Endless Knight
2013Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Dead of Winter
Dead of Winter
2015Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Arcana Rising
Arcana Rising
2016Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of Day Zero
Day Zero
2016Buy 🇺🇸
6
Cover of The Dark Calling
The Dark Calling
2018Buy 🇺🇸
7
From the Grave
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Game Maker Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2016)

Start with The Professional and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Professional
The Professional
2014Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of The Master
The Master
2015Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of The Player
The Player
2016Buy 🇺🇸

Immortals After Dark Series

Ongoing

23 books (2006–2025)

Start with A Hunger Like No Other, the first of 23 books in the Immortals After Dark series.

#Title
1
Cover of A Hunger Like No Other
A Hunger Like No Other
2006Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of No Rest for the Wicked
No Rest for the Wicked
2006Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Warlord Wants Forever / Blood Red Kiss
2006Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night
Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night
2007Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of Dark Desires After Dusk
Dark Desires After Dusk
2008Buy 🇺🇸
6
Dark Needs at Night's Edge
2008Buy 🇺🇸
7
Cover of Deep Kiss of Winter(With: Gena Showalter)
Deep Kiss of Winter(With: Gena Showalter)
2009Buy 🇺🇸
8
Cover of Kiss of a Demon King
Kiss of a Demon King
2009Buy 🇺🇸
9
Cover of Demon from the Dark
Demon from the Dark
2010Buy 🇺🇸
10
Cover of Pleasure of a Dark Prince
Pleasure of a Dark Prince
2010Buy 🇺🇸
11
Cover of Dreams of a Dark Warrior
Dreams of a Dark Warrior
2011Buy 🇺🇸
12
Cover of Lothaire
Lothaire
2012Buy 🇺🇸
13
Cover of Shadow's Claim
Shadow's Claim
2012Buy 🇺🇸
14
The Brothers Wroth
2012Buy 🇺🇸
15
Cover of MacRieve
MacRieve
2013Buy 🇺🇸
16
Untouchable
2013Buy 🇺🇸
17
Cover of Dark Skye
Dark Skye
2014Buy 🇺🇸
18
Cover of Sweet Ruin / Dark Heart
Sweet Ruin / Dark Heart
2015Buy 🇺🇸
19
Cover of Shadow's Seduction
Shadow's Seduction
2017Buy 🇺🇸
20
Cover of Wicked Abyss
Wicked Abyss
2017Buy 🇺🇸
21
Munro
2022Buy 🇺🇸
22
The Witch Queen of Halloween
2024Buy 🇺🇸
23
Shadow's Heart
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Immortals Untold Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

#Title
1
Ravenous
2026Buy 🇺🇸

MacCarrick Brothers Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2007)

Start with If You Dare and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of If You Dare
If You Dare
2005Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of If You Deceive
If You Deceive
2007Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of If You Desire
If You Desire
2007Buy 🇺🇸

Sutherland Brothers Series

Complete

2 books (2003–2004)

Start with The Captain of All Pleasures and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Captain of All Pleasures
The Captain of All Pleasures
2003Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of The Price of Pleasure
The Price of Pleasure
2004Buy 🇺🇸

Viking Underground Series

Complete

5 books (2002–2009)

Start with The Hunted(By: Jaid Black,J.W. McKenna), the first of 5 books in the Viking Underground series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Hunted(By: Jaid Black,J.W. McKenna)
The Hunted(By: Jaid Black,J.W. McKenna)
2002Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down(By: Sherrilyn Kenyon,Jaid Black,Melanie George)
Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down(By: Sherrilyn Kenyon,Jaid Black,Melanie George)
2005Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Deep, Dark & Dangerous(By: Jaid Black)
Deep, Dark & Dangerous(By: Jaid Black)
2006Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Playing Easy to Get(With: Sherrilyn Kenyon,Jaid Black)
Playing Easy to Get(With: Sherrilyn Kenyon,Jaid Black)
2006Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of Besieged(By: Jaid Black)
Besieged(By: Jaid Black)
2009Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kresley Cole written?
Kresley Cole has written 45 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Kresley Cole series?
Here are the first books in Kresley Cole's series: Arcana Chronicles: Poison Princess; Game Maker: The Professional; Immortals After Dark: A Hunger Like No Other; MacCarrick Brothers: If You Dare; Sutherland Brothers: The Captain of All Pleasures.
What order should I read Kresley Cole's books?
We recommend reading Kresley Cole's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Kresley Cole still writing new books?
Yes, Kresley Cole has 1 ongoing series: Immortals After Dark.

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