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All Torn Up Books in Order

2 Books
2016 – 2017 Published
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01
Torn
Torn
2016
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02
Tied
Tied
2017
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Recommended Reading Order for All Torn Up

Carian Cole's All Torn Up series is celebrated for its emotional depth, raw character journeys, and intense, slow-burn relationships. While each main novel can technically be read as a standalone, reading them in order allows you to follow the interconnected family dynamics and character appearances.

  • Torn (2016) – Book 1
  • Love You the Most (2022) – Book 1.5 (Novella)
  • Tied (2017) – Book 2

Understanding the Ashes & Embers Connection

The All Torn Up series is a spin-off of Carian Cole's popular Ashes & Embers rock star romance series. In Torn, the main character Kenzi Valentine is the daughter of Asher Valentine, the rock star protagonist of the book Asher (Ashes & Embers, Book 6). Toren Grace, the hero of Torn, is Asher’s best friend and has been a constant presence in Kenzi’s life. Because of this connection, Asher and Ember make prominent appearances in Torn.

To avoid spoilers and enjoy the emotional continuity of their family, readers frequently suggest reading Torn before reading Asher, even though Asher was published later (in 2020) and is technically part of the sister series.

All Torn Up Publication Order and Book Details

1. Torn (2016)

The series starts with a highly angsty, taboo-leaning age-gap romance. Kenzi Valentine is 18 years old when she realizes her feelings for Toren Grace, her father's 33-year-old best friend. The story deals with familial loyalty, forbidden longing, and the fallout of their relationship within their tight-knit circle.

2. Love You the Most (2022)

This short novella (Book 1.5) was released in the charity anthology Nightingale: A Charity Anthology in Support of Ukraine. It serves as a brief check-in with Kenzi and Toren, exploring the phrase that became the signature motif of their bond.

3. Tied (2017)

In the second full-length novel, the focus shifts to Toren's brother, Tyler Grace, a scarred and reclusive man living in the woods. Tyler rescues Holly Daniels, a young woman who recently escaped a traumatic, years-long captivity. Tied is a deeply emotional, dark contemporary romance that focuses on mutual healing, patience, and rebuilding a life after trauma.

Frequently Asked

QDo I need to read the Ashes & Embers series before All Torn Up?

No, you do not. While they share the same universe, All Torn Up stands completely on its own. However, reading Torn before Asher (from the Ashes & Embers series) is highly recommended since it introduces Kenzi and Toren first.

QWhat order should I read the All Torn Up series in?

The best way to read the series is in publication order: start with Torn, follow it with the novella Love You the Most, and finish with Tied.

QIs there an age gap in Torn?

Yes, Torn features a 15-year age-gap romance between Kenzi Valentine (18) and Toren Grace (33), who is her father's best friend.

QIs Tied a dark romance?

Yes, Tied contains darker themes. It focuses on the healing and romance between Tyler Grace and Holly Daniels, a woman recovering from being held captive for years.

QWhere can I find the novella Love You the Most?

Love You the Most is a short story (Book 1.5) that was published in the charity anthology Nightingale: A Charity Anthology in Support of Ukraine.

QAre the books standalones?

Yes, both novels feature different couples and can be read as standalones, but reading them in order provides the best experience due to interconnected characters.