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7 Books
2017 – 2022 Published
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How to Read the Billionaires of Manhattan Series

The Billionaires of Manhattan series by Annika Martin is a collection of standalone contemporary romantic comedies set against the glittering backdrop of New York City. Since each book follows a different couple and is fully self-contained, you can read them in any order you like without getting lost. However, characters from previous books do occasionally pop up in the background as friends, business associates, or family members. To get the best experience and watch the social circle grow naturally, we recommend reading them in publication order.

Billionaires of Manhattan Books in Recommended Reading (Publication) Order

Here is the recommended reading path for the main series:

  1. Most Eligible Billionaire (2017) – Features a grumpy CEO and a dog whisperer whose client's Maltese inherits the company.
  2. The Billionaire's Wake-up-call Girl (2018) – Lizzie secretly becomes her demanding boss's early-morning wake-up service.
  3. Breaking the Billionaire's Rules (2019) – A high-strung billionaire meets his match in a free-spirited, rule-breaking heroine.
  4. The Billionaire's Fake Fiancée (2020) – A classic fake-engagement romance between a grumpy tycoon and a bubbly assistant.
  5. Return Billionaire to Sender (2020) – A workplace rivals-to-lovers story filled with witty banter.
  6. Just Not That Into Billionaires (2021) – A second-chance romance involving a nerdy billionaire and a ballerina who discover they've been married for a decade.
  7. Butt-dialing the Billionaire (2022) – A hilarious office prank gone wrong leads to an accidental connection with the boss.
  8. The Grumpy Billionaire (2023) – Stella Woodward ends up working for Hugo Jones, her older brother's math-genius best friend and her long-time crush.

Chronological Order vs. Publication Order

There are no complex timeline jumps in this series. The chronological order of events aligns perfectly with the publication order. Because there are no cliffhangers or plotlines that carry over from book to book, you do not need to worry about strict timeline caveats.

Spin-offs, Co-authored Works, and Universe Connections

While Annika Martin has other romance books, the Billionaires of Manhattan series does not have any direct spin-off series. Martin also writes dark romance co-authored with Skye Warren (the Criminals & Captives series, which includes Prisoner and Hostage), and writes urban fantasy/romantic suspense under the pen name Carolyn Crane. However, none of these works cross over with the lighthearted, comedic world of her Manhattan billionaires.

Frequently Asked

QDo I have to read the Billionaires of Manhattan books in order?

No. Each book in the series is a standalone romance with its own couple and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. You can dive into any book that catches your eye, though reading in publication order lets you enjoy recurring character cameos.

QWhat is the recommended starting point for the series?

We recommend starting with the first book, Most Eligible Billionaire, to get a feel for the series' signature mix of humor, steam, and grumpy-meets-sunshine dynamics.

QAre there any novellas or short stories connected to the series?

While there are no separate published novellas, Annika Martin offers exclusive bonus scenes and epilogues (such as for The Billionaire's Fake Fiancée and The Grumpy Billionaire) directly to newsletter subscribers on her official website.

QWho is the narrator for the Billionaires of Manhattan audiobooks?

The audiobooks are narrated by a rotating cast of popular romance voice actors, including Jason Clarke, Neva Nevarre, John Lane, Angelina Rocca, and Grayson Owens.

QAre Carolyn Crane and Annika Martin the same person?

Yes. Carolyn Crane is the pen name used by Annika Martin to write romantic suspense, urban fantasy, and cozy mysteries, while she reserves the Annika Martin name for contemporary romantic comedies.