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7 Books
2007 – 2016 Published
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The Recommended Reading Order

To experience Georgina Kincaid’s story as Richelle Mead intended, you should read the series in chronological order. Because the narrative relies heavily on a continuous, overarching romance plot and a slowly unraveling demonic conspiracy, jumping around will spoil major character deaths, shifting allegiances, and crucial world-building elements.

Here is the recommended reading path for the Georgina Kincaid series:

  1. Succubus Blues (2007) — The debut novel that introduces Georgina, her bookstore day-job, her demon boss Jerome, and her human crush Seth Mortensen.
  2. Succubus on Top (2008) — (Also published under the title Succubus Nights in the UK). Georgina balances a new relationship while handling a troublesome new demon in town.
  3. "City of Demons" (2008) — A crucial companion novella (often numbered as Book 2.5) that takes place directly between the events of the second and third novels.
  4. Succubus Dreams (2008) — The third full-length novel. Georgina deals with mysterious dream-snaring entities and shifts in her romantic life.
  5. Succubus Heat (2009) — The fourth novel, where the supernatural temperature rises as Georgina is temporarily reassigned and faces devastating personal tests.
  6. Succubus Shadows (2010) — The fifth novel, ramping up the stakes as Georgina digs deeper into the mysteries of her contract, leading directly into the finale.
  7. Succubus Revealed (2011) — The dramatic conclusion to the series that wraps up Georgina’s arc, her relationship with Seth, and the fate of her immortal soul.

Understanding the Novellas and Backstories

While the six main novels form the backbone of the series, Richelle Mead penned two shorter works that enrich the lore. One is optional but highly entertaining, while the other is essential for filling the narrative gap between main books.

"Brushstrokes" (Prequel Backstory)

Originally published in the February 2007 anthology Dreams and Desires: A Collection of Romance and Erotic Tales, this historical short story serves as a prequel. It takes place during the Italian Renaissance in Florence, amid the historic "Bonfire of the Vanities." At this point in her long life, Georgina goes by the human alias Bianca Rinaldi. The story follows her interactions with a local artist and explores her early centuries as a succubus. While it offers wonderful insight into her past, it is not required to understand the main series and can be read at any point, though it is best enjoyed after you have read at least the first novel.

"City of Demons" (Book 2.5)

First published in the January 2008 anthology Eternal Lover (and later released as a standalone eBook in 2016), "City of Demons" is a true bridge story. Georgina is sent to Los Angeles to serve on a demon tribunal on behalf of her boss, Jerome, following the murder of an immortal. Her boyfriend, Seth, travels with her, but the trip exposes secrets that threaten their relationship. Because the emotional fallout directly influences the beginning of Succubus Dreams, readers should not skip this novella.

What to Know Before You Start

Before diving into Georgina’s world, keep these key elements in mind to enhance your reading experience:

  • Urban Fantasy with a Romantic Core: Unlike classic action-heavy urban fantasy, this series heavily emphasizes paranormal romance and relationship dynamics. Georgina’s central conflict is her inability to touch the man she loves without draining his life force.
  • The Seattle Setting: The series is famously set in Seattle, Washington. Georgina spends her days working at "Emerald City Books & Cafe," which acts as a comforting anchor of normalcy against her chaotic night-shift duties for Hell.
  • The Demon Hierarchy: Richelle Mead builds a unique bureaucracy for Hell. Georgina’s boss, Jerome, is an archdemon who demands reports, and her colleagues include an assortment of vampires, imps, and fellow demons who treat corrupting souls like a mundane corporate job.
  • The UK Title Swap: If you are sourcing books from the UK or international markets, keep in mind that Succubus on Top is titled Succubus Nights. They are the exact same book.

Practical Reader Advice and FAQs

If you are deciding how to approach the series, the safest bet is to start with Succubus Blues. The books cannot be read as standalones; Mead wrote them as a single, serialized story arc. While some urban fantasy series allow readers to jump in at any book, doing so here will leave you deeply confused about the relationship status of the characters and the complex lore surrounding Georgina's contract.

Additionally, while Richelle Mead is famous for her young adult crossover universes—such as her Vampire Academy and Bloodlines spin-offs—the Georgina Kincaid series is strictly adult urban fantasy and exists in its own separate universe. There are no official crossovers or spin-offs, making it a self-contained six-and-a-half-book commitment.

Frequently Asked

QCan the Georgina Kincaid books be read out of order?

No. The series has a continuous, highly serialized plot that focuses on Georgina's relationships and the mystery of her soul. Reading them out of order will spoil major plot twists and character arcs.

QWhere does the novella City of Demons fit chronologically?

It fits exactly between book two, Succubus on Top, and book three, Succubus Dreams. It is highly recommended to read it in this position (as Book 2.5) because it sets up the emotional conflicts of the third novel.

QWhat is the short story Brushstrokes about and is it required?

No, it is not required. "Brushstrokes" is a prequel short story set during the Italian Renaissance. Georgina uses the alias Bianca Rinaldi during the Bonfire of the Vanities. It is a fun backstory piece that can be read anytime after Book 1.

QIs Succubus Nights a different book from Succubus on Top?

No. Succubus Nights is simply the United Kingdom and international title for Succubus on Top. The contents of the novels are identical.

QAre there any spin-offs or crossovers with Vampire Academy?

No. The Georgina Kincaid series is a self-contained adult urban fantasy universe. It does not share characters or settings with Richelle Mead’s YA series, such as Vampire Academy or Bloodlines.

QWho is the primary love interest in the series?

The main romance is between Georgina Kincaid and Seth Mortensen, a mortal author she meets at the bookstore where she works. Their relationship forms the emotional core of the entire series.