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Born In Blood Mafia Chronicles Books in Order

9 Books
2014 – 2020 Published
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The Recommended Reading Order

While the books can technically be read as standalones, they are highly interconnected. Reading them out of order will expose you to major spoilers regarding character relationships, marriages, and mafia alliance shifts. Cora Reilly recommends a combined reading order that weaves the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles, the spin-off Camorra Chronicles, and key standalone novels into one cohesive chronological timeline.

For the best experience, follow this step-by-step path:

  1. Bound by Honor (Born in Blood #1)
  2. Luca Vitiello (Born in Blood #1.5) – A companion novel retelling Book 1 from Luca's point of view. You can read it here or right after Book 1.
  3. Bound by Duty (Born in Blood #2)
  4. Bound by Hatred (Born in Blood #3)
  5. Bound by Temptation (Born in Blood #4)
  6. Bound by Vengeance (Born in Blood #5)
  7. Bound by Love (Born in Blood #6)
  8. Sweet Temptation – A standalone novel that fits perfectly here.
  9. Twisted Loyalties (Camorra Chronicles #1)
  10. Twisted Emotions (Camorra Chronicles #2)
  11. Twisted Pride (Camorra Chronicles #3)
  12. Bound by the Past (Born in Blood #7)
  13. Fragile Longing – Another standalone novel that fits best here.
  14. Twisted Bonds (Camorra Chronicles #4)
  15. Twisted Hearts (Camorra Chronicles #5)
  16. Twisted Cravings (Camorra Chronicles #6)
  17. Bound by Blood: Anthology (Born in Blood #8)
  18. Sins of the Fathers Series – The next-generation sequel series featuring the children of the original couples.

Publication Order

If you prefer to read the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles strictly as they were released before diving into the spin-offs, follow this publication order:

  • Bound by Honor (2014)
  • Bound by Duty (2015)
  • Bound by Hatred (2015)
  • Bound by Temptation (2015)
  • Bound by Vengeance (2017)
  • Bound by Love (2018)
  • Luca Vitiello (2019)
  • Bound by the Past (2020)
  • Bound by Blood: Anthology (2020)

Spin-Offs and Next-Gen Connections

The Camorra Chronicles

This spin-off shifts focus from the Chicago Outfit and New York Famiglia to the Falcone brothers in Las Vegas. While it introduces a new cast of characters, major crossovers occur with characters from Born in Blood. Following the recommended order prevents spoilers for events in Chicago and New York.

Sins of the Fathers

A sequel series focusing on the children of the couples from both Born in Blood and Camorra Chronicles. It includes books such as By Sin I Rise (Parts One and Two), By Virtue I Fall, By Fate I Conquer, and By Frenzy I Ruin. You should complete the main series before starting this next-generation saga.

Frequently Asked

QWhere is the best place to start reading the Born in Blood series?

The recommended starting point is the very first book, Bound by Honor. Alternatively, you can start with Luca Vitiello, which retells the events of the first book from the hero's perspective.

QDo I need to read The Camorra Chronicles to understand Born in Blood?

While not strictly mandatory, it is highly recommended. The two series feature significant character crossovers and overlapping timelines, particularly surrounding Bound by the Past.

QIs Luca Vitiello a separate story?

No. Luca Vitiello is a companion novel that retells the events of Bound by Honor entirely from Luca's point of view, providing deeper insights into his motivations and the inner workings of the New York Famiglia.

QWhat is the Sins of the Fathers series?

Sins of the Fathers is a next-generation sequel series that follows the children of the main couples from the Born in Blood and Camorra Chronicles series.

QWhere do standalone novels like Sweet Temptation fit in?

Cora Reilly recommends reading Sweet Temptation after Bound by Love (Book 6), and Fragile Longing after Bound by the Past (Book 7) for the best chronological flow.

QHow many books are in the Born in Blood series?

There are 9 books in total under the Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles banner, consisting of 7 main novels, 1 companion novel (Luca Vitiello), and 1 anthology (Bound by Blood).