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9 Books
2008 – 2019 Published
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How to Read the BloodRunners Series

For the best experience, the BloodRunners series should be read in its original publication order. Because the narrative unfolds linearly, following the release sequence ensures that you understand the overarching pack politics, lore, and recurring characters without encountering major spoilers.

Publication & Recommended Reading Order

The core series spans nine novels published between 2008 and 2019:

  1. Last Wolf Standing (2008) – Features Mason Dillinger and Torrance Watson.
  2. Last Wolf Hunting (2008) – Features Jeremy Burns and Jillian Milz.
  3. Last Wolf Watching (2008) – Features Brody Dillinger and Chelsea Smart.
  4. Dark Wolf Rising (2012) – Features Eric Drake and Chelsea's sister, Smart family dynamics.
  5. Dark Wolf Running (2013) – Features Wyatt Pallaton and Elise Drake.
  6. Dark Wolf Returning (2014) – Features Ryne Hamilton and Abbie Kenyon.
  7. Blood Wolf Dawning (2014) – Features Sayre and Cian.
  8. Wild Wolf Claiming (2015) – Features Max Doucet and his fated mate.
  9. Wild Wolf Chasing (2019) – Features Max Doucet's continuing journey and protection stakes.

Subseries and Story Arcs

The series is naturally broken into smaller thematic groups based on titles and character connections:

  • The "Last Wolf" Trilogy: Comprises books 1 to 3 (Standing, Hunting, Watching), which set up the core lore of the Silvercrest pack.
  • The "Dark Wolf" Trilogy: Comprises books 4 to 6 (Rising, Running, Returning), introducing darker elements, pack rivalries, and brooding protectors.
  • The Dawning & Wild Wolf Novels: Books 7 to 9 wrap up major character storylines, featuring Sayre and Max.

Spin-offs and Future Projects

Rhyannon Byrd has announced a planned spin-off series titled The Mercenaries of Bloodrunner Alley. This spin-off will focus on the popular mercenary characters from the main series, including:

  • Lev (brother of Max Doucet, scheduled for Book 1: Bloody Promises)
  • Sam (Book 2: Bloody Intentions)
  • Kyle (Book 3: Bloody Sins)
  • James (Book 4: Bloody Endings)

Publisher Status and Re-releases

The original editions of books 1 to 8 were published under Harlequin Nocturne. However, the author has since regained the publication rights to these titles. As a result, the original prints are out of print, and the author is gradually self-releasing revised and expanded second editions. Check the author's official site for current availability updates.

Frequently Asked

QWhere is the best place to start the BloodRunners series?

You should start with the very first book, Last Wolf Standing (2008). Reading the books in order introduces the werewolf world and recurring characters properly.

QAre the BloodRunners books standalone stories?

Each book focuses on a different couple and resolves their primary romance, but they share a continuous, chronological timeline and overarching plot elements. It is highly recommended to read them in order.

QWhat is the planned spin-off series for BloodRunners?

The planned spin-off series is called The Mercenaries of Bloodrunner Alley. It will feature the mercenaries Lev, Sam, Kyle, and James, starting with Bloody Promises.

QWhy are some of the original BloodRunners books hard to buy?

Rhyannon Byrd regained the publication rights to the first eight books from Harlequin. The original versions are out of print, but the author is re-releasing revised and expanded second editions.

QHow many books are in the main BloodRunners series?

There are nine books in the main series, starting with Last Wolf Standing in 2008 and ending with Wild Wolf Chasing in 2019.