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Lauren Layne Reading Order

13 series Β· 43 books

Lauren Layne is an American contemporary romance author known for blending humor with heat in her standalone novels and interconnected series. Her prolific career spans thirteen series and over forty books, with popular collections including the 21 Wall Street and Best Mistake series that showcase her signature witty banter and emotional depth. Layne's romances feature modern characters navigating love and relationships with equal parts comedy and sensuality, making her work appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven stories with levity and charm.

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21 Wall Street Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2019)

Lauren Layne's 21 Wall Street series is a complete three-book romance collection published between 2018 and 2019. The booksβ€”Hard Sell, Hot Asset, and Huge Dealβ€”should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the interconnected storylines. This trilogy follows characters navigating ambition and love in the high-stakes world of finance.

Start with Hard Sell and read in order.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2014–2014)

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Best Mistake Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2014)

The Best Mistake series by Lauren Layne comprises two complete contemporary romance novels released in 2014. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with Made for You followed by Only with You, as each installment builds on the previous story.

Start with Made for You and read in order.

Central Park Pact Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

Lauren Layne's Central Park Pact is a complete three-book romance series published between 2019 and 2020. The trilogy follows interconnected characters and should be read in publication order, beginning with Love on Lexington Avenue, followed by Passion on Park Avenue, and concluding with Marriage on Madison Avenue. Each book builds on the relationships and dynamics established in previous installments, making sequential reading essential for the full experience.

Start with Love on Lexington Avenue and read in order.

Start this series with Love on Lexington Avenue

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Love on Lexington Avenue
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Passion on Park Avenue
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Marriage on Madison Avenue

I Do, I Don't Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Lauren Layne's I Do, I Don't is a completed two-book contemporary romance series published between 2017 and 2018. The series consists of Ready to Run and Runaway Groom, which should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines. Each book can build on the emotional foundation established by its predecessor, making sequential reading the recommended approach for this romance series.

Start with Ready to Run and read in order.

Love Unexpectedly Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2017)

The Love Unexpectedly series by Lauren Layne consists of five contemporary romance novels published between 2015 and 2017. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Blurred Lines and continuing through Good Girl, An Ex for Christmas, Love Story, and concluding with Walk of Shame. Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone entry while contributing to the overall arc of the series.

Start with Blurred Lines, the first of 5 books in the Love Unexpectedly series.

Man Of The Year Series

Complete

2 books (2020–2020)

Lauren Layne's Man of the Year series is a two-book romance collection published in 2020 that has concluded. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Yours in Scandal followed by Yours to Keep, as they build upon each other's narrative threads.

Start with Yours in Scandal and read in order.

Start this series with Yours in Scandal

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New York's Finest Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

Lauren Layne's New York's Finest is a complete contemporary romance series consisting of three books published between 2015 and 2016. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Frisk Me, followed by Steal Me, and concluding with Cuff Me. Each installment builds on the previous stories, making sequential reading essential to fully enjoy this trilogy.

Start with Frisk Me and read in order.

Oxford Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2018)

Lauren Layne's Oxford series is a complete romance collection of five books published between 2015 and 2018. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Irresistibly Yours and continuing through Irresistibly Yours, I Wish You Were Mine, Someone Like You, I Knew You Were Trouble, and concluding with I Think I Love You.

Start with Irresistibly Yours, the first of 5 books in the Oxford series.

Start this series with Irresistibly Yours

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I Wish You Were Mine
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I Knew You Were Trouble
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Redemption Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2015)

Lauren Layne's Redemption series is a three-book contemporary romance collection published between 2013 and 2015. The complete series consists of Isn't She Lovely, Broken, and Crushed, which should be read in publication order to fully experience the interconnected stories. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential for maximum enjoyment of this finished trilogy.

Start with Isn't She Lovely and read in order.

Start this series with Isn't She Lovely

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Sex, Love & Stiletto Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2015)

Lauren Layne's Sex, Love & Stiletto series comprises four contemporary romance novels published between 2013 and 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with After the Kiss, followed by Love the One You're With, Just One Night, and concluding with The Trouble with Love.

Start with After the Kiss, the first of 4 books in the Sex, Love & Stiletto series.

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Love the One You're With
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The Trouble with Love

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2019–2024)

Lauren Layne's Standalone Novels series comprises six contemporary romance books published between 2019 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. Each book functions as an independent story, though reading in publication order beginning with The Prenup is recommended for the best experience. The series includes The Prenup, To Sir with Love, Made in Manhattan, You Again, Emergency Contact (co-written with Anthony Ledonne), and Miranda in Retrograde.

Start with The Prenup, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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Emergency Contact(With: Anthony Ledonne)
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Miranda in Retrograde

Wedding Belles Series

Complete

4 books (2016–2016)

The Wedding Belles series by Lauren Layne consists of four complete romance novels released in 2016. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with For Better or Worse, followed by From This Day Forward, To Have and to Hold, and To Love and to Cherish. Each installment builds on the stories and relationships established in previous entries, making sequential reading essential for the full experience.

Start with For Better or Worse, the first of 4 books in the Wedding Belles series.

Start this series with For Better or Worse

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From This Day Forward
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To Love and to Cherish

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Lauren Layne written?
Lauren Layne has written 43 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Lauren Layne series?
Here are the first books in Lauren Layne's series: 21 Wall Street: Hard Sell; Best Mistake: Made for You; Central Park Pact: Love on Lexington Avenue; I Do, I Don't: Ready to Run; Love Unexpectedly: Blurred Lines.
What order should I read Lauren Layne's books?
We recommend reading Lauren Layne's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Lauren Layne still writing new books?
Yes, Lauren Layne has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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