
Suzanne Brockmann Reading Order
13 series Β· 96 books Β· Born 1960
Suzanne Brockmann is a prolific romance and thriller author who has published nearly a hundred books since 1993, establishing herself as a major force in the suspense romance genre. Her work frequently blends intense action and emotional depth across multiple interconnected series, including the Dangerous Men and Fighting Destiny lines, earning her numerous appearances on bestseller lists and three RWA Favorite Book of the Year awards. Drawing on her background and collaborative experiences with fellow author Ed Gaffney, Brockmann crafts character-driven narratives that balance high-stakes drama with meaningful relationships.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2015β2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Way of the Warrior |
Bartlett Brothers Series
Complete2 books (1997β1998)
Suzanne Brockmann's Bartlett Brothers series comprises two standalone mystery and romance novels published in 1997 and 1998. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Forbidden followed by Freedom's Price. These interconnected stories blend thriller and romantic elements within Brockmann's signature storytelling style.
Start with Forbidden and read in order.
Start this series with Forbidden
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Forbidden |
| 2 | Freedom's Price |
Dangerous Men Series
Complete12 books (1995β2004)
The Dangerous Men series is a complete twelve-book collection of mystery and romance novels published between 1995 and 2004, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Suzanne Brockmann, Patricia Rosemoor, Sheryl Lynn, and others. Each installment stands as its own story while connecting to the larger series framework. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Bodyguard and concluding with Lost Identity, to experience the full arc of this thriller anthology.
Start with Bodyguard(By: Leona Karr), the first of 12 books in the Dangerous Men series.
Start this series with Bodyguard(By: Leona Karr)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Bodyguard(By: Leona Karr) |
| 2 | Drop Dead Gorgeous(By: Patricia Rosemoor) |
| 3 | Handsome as Sin(By: Kelsey Roberts) |
| 4 | Ladykiller by Sheryl Lynn(By: Sheryl Lynn) |
| 5 | Trust with Your Life(By: M.L. Gamble) |
| 6 | Lucky Devil(By: Patricia Rosemoor) |
| 7 | Manhattan Heat(By: Alice Orr) |
| 8 | No Ordinary Man |
| 9 | Stranger in Paradise(By: Amanda Stevens) |
| 10 | The Other Laura(By: Sheryl Lynn) |
| 11 | Semiautomatic Marriage(By: Leona Karr) |
| 12 | Lost Identity(By: Leona Karr) |
Fighting Destiny Series
Complete2 books (2012β2012)
Suzanne Brockmann's Fighting Destiny series consists of two complete romance thrillers published in 2012. The duology should be read in publication order, beginning with Born to Darkness followed by Shane's Last Stand.
Start with Born to Darkness and read in order.
Start this series with Born to Darkness
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Born to Darkness |
| 2 | Shane's Last Stand |
Night Sky Series
Complete3 books (2014β2015)
Suzanne Brockmann's Night Sky trilogy spans three books published between 2014 and 2015, blending mystery, thriller, and romance elements. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Dangerous Destiny, followed by Night Sky, and concluding with Wild Sky. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, creating an interconnected story arc that unfolds across the trilogy's full sequence.
Start with Dangerous Destiny and read in order.
Start this series with Dangerous Destiny
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dangerous Destiny |
| 2 | Night Sky |
| 3 | Wild Sky |
Reluctant Heroes Series
Complete1 book (2014β2014)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Do or Die |
Royally Wed Series
Complete16 books (1999β2020)
The Royally Wed series spans 15 complete books published between 1999 and 2020, featuring interconnected romance and mystery stories centered around royalty and matrimonial themes. Written by multiple authors including Suzanne Brockmann, these books should be read in publication order to follow the ongoing narrative threads that connect the various characters and storylines. The series combines elements of mystery, thriller, and romance across its full collection.
Start with A Holiday Secret, the first of 15 books in the Royally Wed series.
Start this series with A Holiday Secret
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | A Holiday Secret |
| 2 | A Royal Baby on the Way / Summer on the Ranch(By: Susan Mallery) |
| 3 | A Royal Baby on the Way(By: Susan Mallery) |
| 4 | Undercover Princess |
| 5 | A Royal Marriage - Pernikahan Sang Pangeran(By: Cara Colter) |
| 6 | A Royal Masquerade - Pangeran Yang Menyamar(By: Arlene James) |
| 7 | Man...Mercenary...Monarch(By: Joan Elliott Pickart) |
| 8 | The Pregnant Princess(By: Anne Marie Winston) |
| 9 | The Blacksheep Prince's Bride(By: Martha Shields) |
| 10 | A Prince at Last!(By: Cathie Linz) |
| 11 | A Princess in Waiting(By: Carol Grace) |
| 12 | In Pursuit of a Princess(By: Donna Clayton) |
| 13 | Of Royal Blood(By: Carolyn Zane) |
| 14 | A Royal Mission(By: Elizabeth August) |
| 15 | The Expectant Princess(By: Stella Bagwell) |
| 16 | Una farsa real(By: Arlene James) |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete16 books (1993β2021)
Suzanne Brockmann's collection of 16 standalone novels spans from 1993 to 2021, offering readers a variety of mystery, thriller, and romance stories that can each be enjoyed independently. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Future Perfect and continuing through the complete series. The collection includes titles such as Hero Under Cover, Give Me Liberty, Stand-in Groom, Body Language, and Letters to Kelly, showcasing Brockmann's range across different narrative styles and genres. With the final entry published in 2021, this series is likely complete.
Start with Future Perfect, the first of 16 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Future Perfect
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Future Perfect |
| 2 | Hero Under Cover |
| 3 | Embraced by Love |
| 4 | Give Me Liberty |
| 5 | Ladies' Man |
| 6 | Love with the Proper Stranger |
| 7 | Stand-in Groom |
| 8 | Time Enough for Love |
| 9 | Body Language |
| 10 | Bodyguard |
| 11 | Heartthrob |
| 12 | Letters to Kelly |
| 13 | Scenes of Passion |
| 14 | Infamous |
| 15 | Out of Body |
| 16 | Hunted |
Sunrise Key Trilogy Series
Complete3 books (1996β1997)
Suzanne Brockmann's Sunrise Key Trilogy is a complete mystery and romance series consisting of three books published between 1996 and 1997. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Kiss and Tell, followed by The Kissing Game, and concluding with Otherwise Engaged. Each installment builds on the previous one, making sequential reading essential to fully experiencing this romantic mystery series.
Start with Kiss and Tell and read in order.
Start this series with Kiss and Tell
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Kiss and Tell |
| 2 | The Kissing Game |
| 3 | Otherwise Engaged |
Tall, Dark & Dangerous Series
Complete13 books (1996β2020)
The Tall, Dark & Dangerous series spans 13 complete novels published between 1996 and 2020, blending mystery, thriller, and romance elements throughout. Reading in publication order beginning with Forever Blue is essential to fully appreciate the interconnected storylines and character development that unfold across the series. The final installment, King's Ransom, was released in 2020, concluding this long-running collection that features elite military operatives navigating dangerous assignments while confronting matters of the heart.
Start with Forever Blue, the first of 13 books in the Tall, Dark & Dangerous series.
Start this series with Forever Blue
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Forever Blue |
| 2 | Prince Joe |
| 3 | Frisco's Kid |
| 4 | Everyday, Average Jones |
| 5 | Harvard's Education |
| 6 | It Came Upon a Midnight Clear / Hawken's Heart |
| 7 | Identity: Unknown |
| 8 | The Admiral's Bride |
| 9 | Get Lucky |
| 10 | Taylor's Temptation |
| 11 | Night Watch |
| 12 | SEAL Camp |
| 13 | King's Ransom |
Troubleshooters Series
Ongoing20 books (2000β2026)
Suzanne Brockmann's Troubleshooters series spans 20 books published from 2000 to 2026, blending mystery, thriller, and romance elements. This ongoing series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Unsung Hero and continuing through titles like Over the Edge, The Defiant Hero, and Into the Night. The sequence includes recent entries such as Dark of Night, Hot Pursuit, and five additional books released through 2026. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential for full appreciation of the developing storylines and character arcs.
Start with The Unsung Hero, the first of 20 books in the Troubleshooters series.
Start this series with The Unsung Hero
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Unsung Hero |
| 2 | Over the Edge |
| 3 | The Defiant Hero |
| 4 | Into the Night |
| 5 | Out of Control |
| 6 | Gone Too Far |
| 7 | Flashpoint |
| 8 | Hot Target |
| 9 | Breaking Point |
| 10 | Into the Storm |
| 11 | All Through the Night |
| 12 | Force of Nature |
| 13 | Into the Fire |
| 14 | Dark of Night |
| 15 | Hot Pursuit |
| 16 | Breaking the Rules |
| 17 | Headed for Trouble |
| 18 | Do or Die |
| 19 | Some Kind of Hero |
| 20 | Jules Cassidy, P.I. |
Troubleshooters Short Stories Series
Complete5 books (2011β2016)
The Troubleshooters Short Stories series comprises five mystery and romance short stories published between 2011 and 2016. These complete standalone entries should be read in publication order, beginning with When Tony Met Adam and continuing through Beginnings and Ends, Free Fall, Home Fire Inferno, and Ready to Roll. The series offers supplementary tales set within Suzanne Brockmann's larger Troubleshooters universe.
Start with When Tony Met Adam, the first of 5 books in the Troubleshooters Short Stories series.
Start this series with When Tony Met Adam
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | When Tony Met Adam |
| 2 | Beginnings and Ends |
| 3 | Free Fall |
| 4 | Home Fire Inferno |
| 5 | Ready to Roll |
Undercover Cops Series
Complete2 books (1995β1995)
Suzanne Brockmann's Undercover Cops series comprises two mystery thrillers with romantic elements, published in 1995. Both A Man to Die For and Not Without Risk should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected narrative. The complete duology explores themes of deception and danger within law enforcement.
Start with A Man to Die For and read in order.
Start this series with A Man to Die For
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Man to Die For |
| 2 | Not Without Risk |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Suzanne Brockmann written?
- Suzanne Brockmann has written 96 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Suzanne Brockmann series?
- Here are the first books in Suzanne Brockmann's series: Bartlett Brothers: Forbidden; Dangerous Men: Bodyguard(By: Leona Karr); Fighting Destiny: Born to Darkness; Night Sky: Dangerous Destiny; Royally Wed: A Holiday Secret.
- What order should I read Suzanne Brockmann's books?
- We recommend reading Suzanne Brockmann's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Suzanne Brockmann still writing new books?
- Yes, Suzanne Brockmann has 1 ongoing series: Troubleshooters.

