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Serena Bell Reading Order

7 series Β· 29 books

Serena Bell crafts contemporary romance that explores the psychological and emotional dimensions of intimate relationships, examining how desire shapes decision-making and vulnerability. Her work often features intelligent characters navigating complex situations where passion and reason collide, ultimately discovering how love transforms their lives. Across multiple series including Tierney Bay and Returning Home, as well as numerous standalone novels and short works, Bell has built a substantial catalog blending character-driven storytelling with genuine emotional stakes.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2022)

Start this series with Strangers on a Train

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Holiday Heart-On: A Steamy Romantic Comedy Anthology

Hott Springs Eternal Series

Ongoing

5 books (2023–2026)

The Hott Springs Eternal series by Serena Bell is an ongoing action and romance collection comprising five books published between 2023 and 2026. Readers should begin with the first installment, Hott Shot, and proceed through the subsequent titles in publication order: Hott Take, Running Hott, Some Like It Hott, and Hott Hotter Hottest.

Start with Hott Shot, the first of 5 books in the Hott Springs Eternal series.

Returning Home Series

Complete

4 books (2014–2019)

The Returning Home series by Serena Bell is a four-book romance and action adventure sequence published between 2014 and 2019. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Hold On Tight and continuing through Can't Hold Back, To Have and to Hold, and Holding Out. Each installment builds on the previous entries, making sequential reading essential for following the story's progression.

Start with Hold On Tight, the first of 4 books in the Returning Home series.

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2014)

Serena Bell's two-book romance collection featuring action and adventure elements was completed in 2014. After Midnight and Rescue Me should be read in publication order to experience the full arc of these short stories and novellas. The series concludes with Rescue Me, offering a complete narrative experience for readers of contemporary romance with thrilling undertones.

Start with After Midnight and read in order.

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

7 books (2013–2020)

Serena Bell's seven standalone romance and action adventure novels were published between 2013 and 2020, with the series now complete. Each book can be enjoyed independently, though readers typically begin with Still So Hot! and progress through publication order: Still So Hot!, Hot and Bothered, Getting Inside, Do Over, Head Over Heels, Sleepover, and Turn Up the Heat. While each novel features different characters and storylines, following the publication sequence allows readers to experience Bell's evolving storytelling across the full arc of the series.

Start with Still So Hot!, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Tierney Bay Series

Complete

2 books (2020–2020)

This complete two-book contemporary romance series by Serena Bell combines action and adventure with emotional storytelling. Published in 2020, the novels should be read in publication order beginning with So Close, followed by So True, as they form a connected narrative. The Tierney Bay setting provides the backdrop for stories that weave together romance with thrilling elements throughout both entries.

Start with So Close and read in order.

Wilder Adventures Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2021–2023)

Serena Bell's Wilder Adventures is a five-book romance and action adventure series published between 2021 and 2023. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Make Me Wilder and continuing through Walk on the Wilder Side, A Little Wilder, Wilder with You, and concluding with Wilder at Last. Each installment builds on the previous entries, making sequential reading essential for following the full arc of the series.

Start with Make Me Wilder, the first of 5 books in the Wilder Adventures series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Serena Bell written?
Serena Bell has written 29 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Serena Bell series?
Here are the first books in Serena Bell's series: Anthologies: Strangers on a Train; Hott Springs Eternal: Hott Shot; Returning Home: Hold On Tight; Short Stories/Novellas: After Midnight; Tierney Bay: So Close.
What order should I read Serena Bell's books?
We recommend reading Serena Bell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Serena Bell still writing new books?
Yes, Serena Bell has 1 ongoing series: Hott Springs Eternal.

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