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Rachel Vincent Reading Order

12 series Β· 46 books

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100 Hours Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Rachel Vincent's 100 Hours is a two-book young adult fantasy series published between 2017 and 2018. The complete duology should be read in publication order, beginning with 100 Hours followed by 99 Lies. Both books blend fantasy and literary fiction elements to create a finished narrative arc.

Start with 100 Hours and read in order.

Anthologies Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2019)

Rachel Vincent's three-book anthology series spans nearly a decade of publication from 2010 to 2019, with the complete collection consisting of Kiss Me Deadly, Chicks Kick Butt, and Life Is Short and Then You Die. These fantasy and young adult anthologies should be read in publication order to experience the full scope of Vincent's curated stories. The series is now complete and offers standalone entries that can be enjoyed sequentially.

Start with Kiss Me Deadly and read in order.

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Life Is Short and Then You Die

Brave New Girl Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Rachel Vincent's Brave New Girl series is a two-book young adult fantasy complete in publication order. The first book, Brave New Girl, was released in 2017, followed by Strange New World in 2018. Readers should begin with Brave New Girl and continue to the sequel to experience the full narrative arc.

Start with Brave New Girl and read in order.

Broken Legacy Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

Menagerie Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2018)

Rachel Vincent's Menagerie trilogy is a complete fantasy series comprising three books published between 2015 and 2018. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Menagerie, followed by Spectacle, and concluding with Fury. This young adult fantasy series delivers a contained narrative arc across its three installments.

Start with Menagerie and read in order.

Shifters Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2007–2023)

The Shifters series by Rachel Vincent spans eight books published between 2007 and 2023, following a paranormal fantasy narrative centered on shapeshifting characters. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Stray and continuing through Rogue, Pride, Alpha, Prey, Shift, Hunt, and concluding with Fat Cat. Though no official announcement has been made, the series appears to be complete after nearly two decades.

Start with Stray, the first of 8 books in the Shifters series.

Soul Screamers Series

Complete

13 books (2009–2014)

The Soul Screamers series consists of 13 complete young adult fantasy novels published between 2009 and 2014 by Rachel Vincent. Readers should begin with My Soul to Lose and progress through the books in publication order to follow the ongoing narrative arc. The series concludes with Last Request and explores themes of supernatural horror and paranormal danger throughout its interconnected storyline.

Start with My Soul to Lose, the first of 13 books in the Soul Screamers series.

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2021–2022)

Rachel Vincent's Standalone Novels series comprises four independent fantasy and literary fiction works published between 2021 and 2022. The series appears to be complete, with the books best read in publication order: Every Single Lie, Red Wolf, Living Dead Girl, and No One Is Alone. Each novel stands alone as a separate story, making them accessible to readers regardless of reading sequence, though following publication order is recommended.

Start with Every Single Lie, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Every Single Lie

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Stars Never Rise Duology Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2016)

Rachel Vincent's complete two-book duology follows a self-contained narrative across The Stars Never Rise and The Flame Never Dies, published in 2015 and 2016 respectively. This young adult fantasy series should be read in publication order to experience the story as Vincent intended. The duology is finished, making it ideal for readers seeking a complete narrative arc without waiting for future installments.

Start with The Stars Never Rise and read in order.

Start this series with The Stars Never Rise

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The Alchemy Trials Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

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Unbound Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2013)

Rachel Vincent's Unbound trilogy is a complete paranormal fantasy series consisting of three books published between 2011 and 2013. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Blood Bound, followed by Shadow Bound, and concluding with Oath Bound. This young adult-oriented fantasy series blends literary fiction elements with paranormal themes across its three volumes.

Start with Blood Bound and read in order.

Wildcats Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2017)

Rachel Vincent's Wildcats series comprises four complete fantasy novels published between 2014 and 2017. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Hunt and continuing through Lion's Share, Blind Tiger, and concluding with Wild Card. This young adult fantasy series is finished with no additional installments planned.

Start with Hunt, the first of 4 books in the Wildcats series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Rachel Vincent written?
Rachel Vincent has written 46 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Rachel Vincent series?
Here are the first books in Rachel Vincent's series: 100 Hours: 100 Hours; Anthologies: Kiss Me Deadly; Brave New Girl: Brave New Girl; Menagerie: Menagerie; Shifters: Stray.
What order should I read Rachel Vincent's books?
We recommend reading Rachel Vincent's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Rachel Vincent's series complete?
Rachel Vincent has 10 completed series.

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