Dixie Reapers MC Books in Order

How to Read the Dixie Reapers MC Series

The Dixie Reapers MC series, penned by romance author Harley Wylde (the pen name of Jessica Coulter Smith), is a massive, steamy motorcycle club romance saga set in Alabama. Because the series features an overarching plot, recurring characters, and evolving club dynamics, readers will get the best experience by following the sequence below. While each novel delivers a standalone romance with a guaranteed Happily Ever After (HEA), the background conflicts, family connections, and club alliances build directly from one book to the next.

This reading order guide is based on the publication layout, incorporating key short stories, anthologies, and cross-series entries that are essential to understanding the Dixie Reapers universe.

1. Venom (2018) — The series opener. Ridley, a young woman fleeing her abusive family, seeks protection from the club and sparks a fiery relationship with Venom, the Vice President of the Dixie Reapers.
2. Torch (2018) — Focuses on the club's president, Torch, who must navigate outside threats to the Reapers' territory while falling for a woman who needs his protection.
3. Rocky (2018) — Follows Rocky as he finds himself fiercely protective of a woman caught in the crosshairs of club danger.
4. Bull (2018) — The story of Bull, a rugged biker who finds his match in a woman who tests his patience and wins his heart.
5. Tex (2018) — A former soldier returns to the club to face his past, finding healing and an intense connection with a woman who needs his strength.
6. Zipper (2018) — Follows the club's resident tech expert, Zipper, as he uses his skills to protect the woman who has captured his attention.
7. Claiming Ridley (2018) — A short story focusing on the ongoing relationship between Venom and Ridley, exploring their deep bond.
8. One Hot Biker (2018) — A quick, steamy romance featuring Ryker, a rugged member of the club.
9. Property of Venom (2018) — A short story highlighting Venom's possessive and protective nature when Ridley's safety is threatened.
10. Wraith (2018) — Follows the club's mysterious enforcer, Wraith, as he steps out of the shadows to protect the woman he claims as his own.
11. Preacher (2019) — Focuses on the club's chaplain, Preacher, whose faith and loyalty are tested when he falls for a woman in deep trouble.
12. Encounters (2019) — An anthology collecting several short stories from the Dixie Reapers world, including Claiming Ridley, Property of Venom, and One Hot Biker, filling in the gaps of the club's romantic history.
13. Flicker (2019) — Centered on Flicker, a biker who uses his protective instincts to shield his woman from a dark past.
14. Saint (2019) — Follows Saint, a member who has to live up to his name when he saves a woman fleeing from severe danger.
15. Wire (2019) — Focuses on Wire, whose analytical mind is challenged by a headstrong woman who refuses to play by the rules.
16. Sarge (2020) — The story of Sarge, an older, experienced biker who steps up to protect a vulnerable woman, proving that loyalty never fades.
17. Phantom (2021) — A crucial crossover book focusing on a member of the allied Devil's Boneyard MC, bringing the two clubs together in a shared battle.
18. Thunder (2022) — Centered on Thunder, who must weather a storm of threats to keep the club and his woman safe.
19. Savior (2022) — Follows a biker determined to live up to his road name by rescuing a woman from a harrowing situation.
20. Truth (2023) — Another major crossover, focusing on a member of the Savage Raptors MC who finds love and purpose in protecting a deaf woman named Madison.
21. Joker (2024) — Cleo escapes her abusive family and finds refuge and a fresh start with Joker, a newly released ex-con trying to rebuild his life within the club.
22. Prophet (2024) — Follows Prophet as he foresees a dangerous future and fights to protect the woman he loves from the impending threat.

Chronological Caveats and Universe Connections

When diving into the Dixie Reapers MC universe, readers should keep a few details in mind. First, the short stories Claiming Ridley, One Hot Biker, and Property of Venom are quick, steamy vignettes originally published as standalone pieces. They were later compiled into the Encounters volume. If you read the Encounters anthology, you can skip these individual listings, although reading them in their numbered sequence provides a smoother chronological experience of Venom and Ridley's romance.

Second, the list contains key crossover novels. Phantom is officially the tenth book in Harley Wylde's parallel Devil's Boneyard MC series, and Truth is the fourth book in her Savage Raptors MC series. Wylde frequently brands these interconnected works under the broader umbrella of "Dixie Reapers Bad Boys Romance." Because the characters from the Dixie Reapers, Devil's Boneyard, and Savage Raptors frequently interact and share the same fictional geography, these crossover titles are essential to the overall continuity of the universe.

Lastly, some readers may notice differences in numbering on external book databases. For example, the core Dixie Reapers series officially includes books like Tank, Grimm, and Python, which are not listed in this specific sequence but are part of the larger Dixie Reapers publication line. If you choose to read those books, they slot naturally into their publication years (e.g., Tank in 2019, Grimm in 2022, and Python in 2024).

What to Know Before You Start

Harley Wylde's writing is known for its high steam, intense possessiveness, and fast-paced romantic suspense. Published primarily through Changeling Press, the series does not shy away from the darker elements of the motorcycle club subgenre. Many books feature heroines escaping domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, or abusive family environments. As a result, the Dixie Reapers MC books contain dark themes and trigger warnings that readers should review before diving in.

The central theme of the series is found family. While the bikers are rugged, quick to violence, and intensely alpha, they are fiercely loyal to their brothers and the women who tame them. The club functions as a safe haven for survivors, balancing gritty club warfare with tender, protective romances.

Spin-offs and Crossovers

The Dixie Reapers MC universe has expanded to include several spin-offs. The most notable is the Swift Angels MC series, which began with Heart of a Hero (2024) and continued with Emergency Date (2025). The connection between the two series culminates in the crossover novella Reclaiming Venom (2025), which bridges the gap between the Dixie Reapers and the Swift Angels, bringing beloved characters back into the spotlight.