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Bad Girls Don’t Die Books in Order

3 Books
2009 – 2012 Published
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01
Bad Girls Don't Die
Bad Girls Don't Die
2009
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02
From Bad to Cursed
From Bad to Cursed
2011
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03
As Dead As It Gets
As Dead As It Gets
2012
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How to Read the Bad Girls Don't Die Series in Order

The Bad Girls Don't Die series by Katie Alender is a straightforward trilogy. Because the books follow a continuous narrative with the same characters, the chronological order is identical to the publication order. To get the full experience of the supernatural mysteries and Alexis and Kasey's sisterly bond, you should read them in this order:

  • Bad Girls Don't Die (2009) – The series kicks off as high school outcast Alexis Warren notices her younger sister, Kasey, acting increasingly strange and obsessed with an antique doll. Soon, Alexis must confront the malevolent force that has possessed her sister.
  • From Bad to Cursed (2011) – Kasey tries to move on from her trauma but gets lured into the Sunshine Club, a group of girls worshipping a spirit named Aralt who promises popularity. Alexis and her friend Megan must infiltrate the club before it's too late.
  • As Dead As It Gets (2012) – Alexis is haunted by a new entity and must unravel the mysteries of a series of suspicious occurrences in her town. This book serves as the definitive finale to the trilogy.

Prequels, Spin-Offs, and Connections

There are no prequels, spin-offs, or co-authored tie-ins set in the Bad Girls Don't Die universe. However, if you enjoy Katie Alender's brand of YA horror and supernatural suspense, she has written several highly praised standalone novels that capture a similar eerie atmosphere, including Marie Antoinette, Serial Killer (2013), Famous Last Words (2014), The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall (2015), and the Edgar Award-winning The Companion (2020).

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the recommended reading order for Bad Girls Don't Die?

You should read the series in order of publication: Bad Girls Don't Die (2009), followed by From Bad to Cursed (2011), and ending with As Dead As It Gets (2012).

QAre there any spin-offs or companion novels in the series?

No, there are no official spin-offs or companion novels set in the same universe. However, fans of the series will enjoy Katie Alender's other standalone YA horror books, such as The Companion and The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall.

QCan I read From Bad to Cursed or As Dead As It Gets as standalones?

It is not recommended. The books follow a continuous story arc centered on the Warren sisters and their encounters with the supernatural, so reading them out of order will spoil major plot points and character development.

QIs the Bad Girls Don't Die series completed?

Yes, the series is a completed trilogy. The story of Alexis and Kasey wraps up fully in the third book, As Dead As It Gets.

QWho is the main protagonist of the series?

The series is narrated by Alexis Warren, a high school misfit and photographer who goes to great lengths to protect her sister Kasey from supernatural entities.

QWhat age group is the Bad Girls Don't Die series suitable for?

The series is classified as young adult (YA) horror/paranormal romance. It is generally recommended for readers aged 12 and up due to spooky themes, suspense, and mild horror violence.