How to Read the Boys of Briar Hall Series
The Boys of Briar Hall series by Elena Lawson is a dark, enemies-to-lovers, reverse harem romance set against the brutal backdrop of Briar Hall Academy in Thorn Valley. Because the series follows a single continuous storyline with high-stakes tension, complex character arcs, and dramatic cliffhangers, readers should follow the order of release. There are no prequels or side stories, making the reading path straightforward.
Recommended Reading Order
- Crooked Crows (2021)
- Wicked Trials (2021)
- Twisted Games (2022)
- Warped Minds (2022)
What to Expect from Thorn Valley
The story focuses on Ava Jade Mason, a tough and resilient protagonist who refuses to back down when she collides with The Crows—Corvus, Rook, and Grey—three dangerous and possessive gang members. As Ava Jade becomes entangled in their dangerous world, the series explores intense themes of trust, trauma, found family, and redemption. Since the narrative relies heavily on character growth and ongoing mystery, reading the books in any other order will spoil key plot points.
Spin-offs and Connected Books
While Elena Lawson has written other popular romance series (such as the Kings of Kilborn University and The Painted Sinners), the Boys of Briar Hall series remains a self-contained four-book saga. Currently, there are no official spin-offs or companion novels set in Thorn Valley, meaning the story of Ava Jade and the Crows concludes fully in Warped Minds.