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Angels of the Dark Books in Order

3 Books
2012 – 2014 Published
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01
Wicked Nights
Wicked Nights
2012
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02
Beauty Awakened
Beauty Awakened
2013
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03
Burning Dawn
Burning Dawn
2014
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The Recommended Reading Order

Angels of the Dark is a paranormal romance spin-off series set in the same universe as Gena Showalter's bestselling Lords of the Underworld series. The trilogy follows the Sent Ones, specifically the "Army of Disgrace"—angels fighting demonic forces while seeking their own personal redemption and love.

For the absolute best reading experience, it is highly recommended to start with the prequel novella before moving through the trilogy in publication order:

  1. "The Darkest Angel" (2010) – Officially Lords of the Underworld Book 4.5, this novella follows the angel Lysander and the Harpy Bianka, serving as the essential bridge and introduction to the angelic realm.
  2. Wicked Nights (2012) – Book 1, focusing on Zacharel, the cold leader of the Army of Disgrace, and the mortal Annabelle.
  3. Beauty Awakened (2013) – Book 2, focusing on Koldo, a scarred, wingless angel, and Nicola.
  4. Burning Dawn (2014) – Book 3, focusing on Thane, a ruthless commander, and the human Elin.

Angels of the Dark Publication Timeline

If you prefer to focus strictly on the release dates of the core trilogy, here is how the books were published:

  • Wicked Nights (June 2012)
  • Beauty Awakened (February 2013)
  • Burning Dawn (April 2014)

Chronological Placement in the Lords of the Underworld Universe

Because the events of Angels of the Dark run parallel to the massive Lords of the Underworld series, readers often wonder where they slot in. Here is the chronological timeline placement:

  • Read "The Darkest Angel" after The Darkest Whisper (Lords #4).
  • Read Wicked Nights after The Darkest Seduction (Lords #9).
  • Read Beauty Awakened alongside or after The Darkest Craving (Lords #10).
  • Read Burning Dawn before starting The Darkest Touch (Lords #11).

While the romance stories in the spin-off are self-contained and can be read independently, staying close to this placement prevents minor spoilers regarding the overarching celestial war and character cameos.

Other Connected Spin-Offs

Once you finish Angels of the Dark, you can continue exploring the same shared universe with the Rise of the Warlords spin-off series, which begins with The Warlord (2021) and shifts the spotlight onto the Harpies and the Astra Planeta.

Frequently Asked

QDo I need to read Lords of the Underworld before Angels of the Dark?

While the individual romance arcs are self-contained, it is highly recommended to read the early Lords of the Underworld books first to fully understand the mythology, rules of the universe, and recurring character cameos.

QWhich book should I start with?

You should start with the prequel novella "The Darkest Angel" (Lords of the Underworld #4.5), which introduces the angel faction, followed by the first full-length novel, Wicked Nights.

QWho are the main couples in the Angels of the Dark series?

The core couples are Zacharel and Annabelle in Wicked Nights, Koldo and Nicola in Beauty Awakened, and Thane and Elin in Burning Dawn.

QHow many books are in the Angels of the Dark series?

The series is a completed trilogy consisting of three novels: Wicked Nights (2012), Beauty Awakened (2013), and Burning Dawn (2014).

QIs Lysander's story part of the Angels of the Dark series?

Lysander's story is told in the novella "The Darkest Angel". Though technically published under the Lords of the Underworld banner, it serves as the direct setup for the Angels of the Dark series.

QWhere does Wicked Nights fit chronologically in Lords of the Underworld?

Chronologically, Wicked Nights takes place shortly after the events of The Darkest Seduction (Lords #9) and before The Darkest Craving (Lords #10).