Recommended Reading Order
For the ultimate experience at Havoc Gym, the best way to read the series is in publication order. The stories build a shared universe with recurring fighters, overarching plotlines, and evolving relationships, making chronological reading the most satisfying route. Here is the recommended path:
- Jax (2015)
- Jude (2015)
- Linc (2016)
- Mace (2016)
- Senn (2016)
- Nate (2016)
- Trick (2016)
- Luke (2017)
- Alex (2017)
- Jax: A Christmas Story (2017)
- Logan (2018)
- Haven (2019)
Next Generation: Cocky Cage Fighter Legacy
Once you finish the main series, you can move on to the Cocky Cage Fighter Legacy spin-off, which features the adult children of the original fighters:
- Xavier (2020) - Follows Jax and Page's son, Xavier Malone
- Sage (2021) - Follows Linc's son, Sage Abrams
- Talon (Upcoming) - Focuses on Sage's twin brother, Talon
Reading Caveats and Chronology
While each romance in the series features a different couple and technically stands alone, reading out of order will expose spoilers regarding which fighters get together, major career wins or losses, and family developments. In particular, the holiday novella Jax: A Christmas Story is best enjoyed right after Alex and before Logan, as it bridges the gap and provides a sweet update on the couple that started it all. The Legacy series directly builds on the original timeline, so reading the main series first is highly recommended to fully appreciate the references to the older generation.
Standalone and Co-Authored Works
Lane Hart is known for collaborating with her husband, author D.B. West, on other romance series such as the Savage Kings MC and Dirty Aces MC. However, the Cocky Cage Fighter and Cocky Cage Fighter Legacy series are written solely by Lane Hart, bringing her unique mix of high-stakes MMA drama and high-heat romance to Havoc Gym.