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Brutal Birthright Books in Order

6 Books
2020 – 2021 Published
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Reading order
01
Brutal Prince
Brutal Prince
2020
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02
Stolen Heir
Stolen Heir
2020
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03
Savage Lover
Savage Lover
2020
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04
Bloody Heart
Bloody Heart
2020
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05
Broken Vow
Broken Vow
2020
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06
Heavy Crown
Heavy Crown
2021
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The Recommended Reading Order

While each book in the Brutal Birthright series can be read as a standalone romance with a guaranteed happily-ever-after (HEA), the stories are deeply interconnected. They follow the rivalries, alliances, and romances of two powerful Chicago crime families: the Gallos and the Griffins. To fully appreciate the overarching family dynamics and character development, it is highly recommended to read them in publication order.

  1. Brutal Prince (2020) — The story of Callum Griffin and Aida Gallo. An enemies-to-lovers arranged marriage that sparks a truce between Irish and Italian syndicates.
  2. Stolen Heir (2020) — The story of Mikolaj Davidson and Nessa Griffin. A dark, modern "Beauty and the Beast" captivity romance.
  3. Savage Lover (2020) — The story of Nero Gallo and Camille Rivera. An opposites-attract romance between the volatile Gallo brother and a hardworking mechanic.
  4. Bloody Heart (2020) — The story of Dante Gallo and Simone Solomon. A second-chance romance involving the stoic Gallo heir and a sheltered diplomat's daughter.
  5. Broken Vow (2020) — The story of Raylan Boone and Riona Griffin. A thrilling bodyguard romance featuring the iron-willed Griffin attorney.
  6. Heavy Crown (2021) — The story of Sebastian Gallo and Yelena Yenina. A forbidden romance between the youngest Gallo brother and a resilient Russian Bratva daughter.

The Kingmakers Spin-Off and Beyond

Once you finish the Brutal Birthright series, the story continues with the second-generation spin-off series, Kingmakers. Set at a private, secluded academy for mafia heirs, this series follows the children of the characters from Brutal Birthright. You will get the most enjoyment out of Kingmakers if you read Brutal Birthright first to understand the parents' backstories and long-standing rivalries.

The Kingmakers Series Order

  • Year One (also published as The Heir or The Freshman)
  • Year Two (also published as The Rebel)
  • Year Three (also published as The Bully)
  • Year Four (also published as The Spy)
  • Graduation (also published as Kingmakers Graduation)

The Underworld Series Connection

Sophie Lark also wrote the Underworld series, which features the Russian mafia and other crime families. Characters from the Underworld series tie into the background of Kingmakers. Many dedicated fans recommend reading the Underworld books after Brutal Birthright but before diving into Kingmakers to fully map out the family trees.

Frequently Asked

QCan I read the Brutal Birthright books as standalones?

Yes, each book in the series focuses on a different couple and concludes with a complete romance and a happily-ever-after. However, because the characters belong to the same families and their actions affect the overall mafia war, reading them in order provides the best experience.

QWhat is the recommended starting book for Sophie Lark's mafia universe?

You should start with Brutal Prince, the first book in the Brutal Birthright series. It introduces the main Gallo and Griffin family dynamics that set the stage for all future spin-offs.

QHow does the Kingmakers series connect to Brutal Birthright?

Kingmakers is a second-generation spin-off series set at a secret college for mafia heirs. The main characters in Kingmakers are the sons and daughters of the couples from the Brutal Birthright and Underworld series.

QAre the Bloom Books re-releases different from the original self-published editions?

The 2023 Bloom Books re-releases of the Brutal Birthright series feature new cover art, minor editing polishes, and exclusive bonus content (such as extra epilogues), but the core stories remain the same.

QIn what order should I read the Kingmakers books?

You should read them in chronological order: Year One, Year Two, Year Three, Year Four, and finally Graduation.

QShould I read the Underworld series?

While not strictly mandatory to understand Brutal Birthright, the Underworld series (starting with Ivan) explores the Russian mafia and introduces characters whose children play prominent roles in the Kingmakers spin-off.