Hope Valley Books in Order

Welcome to Hope Valley

For readers who adore protective alpha heroes, sassy independent heroines, and tight-knit small-town settings, Jessica Prince's Hope Valley series has become a beloved contemporary romance staple. Set in a fictional, picturesque town in Virginia, these books combine slow-burn love stories, emotional healing, and a healthy dose of mystery and suspense. While each story features a standalone romance focusing on a different couple, the characters are deeply woven into one another's lives, making a structured reading path the best way to enjoy their journeys.

The Recommended Reading Path

Because the characters in Hope Valley are neighbors, siblings, and friends who frequently pop up in each other's stories, the best way to read the series is in publication order. Reading the books chronologically as they were released ensures you understand the ongoing relationships, town gossip, and recurring subplots. You will watch characters heal from their pasts and find love in a sequence that respects the gradual development of the community itself.

Hope Valley Books in Publication Order

Here is the complete order of the Hope Valley series, beginning with the book that started it all in 2019 and wrapping up with the grand finale in 2022:

1. Out of My League (2019)

   Focuses on Lincoln Sheppard, a war veteran looking for peace, and Eden Brenner, a woman seeking a true sense of home. Lincoln is introduced in the Civil Corruption series first, making this a perfect bridge into the Hope Valley community.

2. Come Back Home Again (2019)

   Centers on the second-chance romance between Temperance Levine and Hayes Walker. The story explores healing deep emotional wounds and learning to trust again in a close-knit community.

3. The Best of Me (2019)

   Follows Nona Fanning and Patrick 'Trick' Wanderly. Trick is a divorced father trying to guard his heart, but a single passionate night with Nona forces him to reconsider his walls, especially when danger comes to her door.

4. Wrong Side of the Tracks (2019)

   Features Gypsy Bradbury and Marco. Marco was first introduced in Jessica Prince's Civil Corruption series, bringing a gritty, protective energy to Gypsy's life as they navigate their differences.

5. Stay With Me (2019)

   Highlights the relationship between Rory Hightower, the bartender at the local Tap Room, and Cord Paulson. Their relationship is tested by Cord's past mistakes, forcing him to work hard to win back Rory's trust.

6. Out of the Darkness (2019)

   Explores the romance between Xander Caine, a man shut off from the world by grief, and Sage Winthrop, a newcomer running from her own past. Their initial dislike transforms into a powerful connection that helps them both heal.

7. The Second Time Around (2020)

   Focuses on Bryce and Tessa, high school sweethearts who reunite in Hope Valley after a ten-year separation, proving that some loves deserve a second chance.

8. Waiting for Forever (2020)

   Follows Leo Drake, a devoted single dad, and Danika Parrish, who has held a torch for him since childhood. Their slow-burn transition from friends to lovers is a fan favorite.

9. Love to Hate You (2020)

   Tells the story of Hayden Young, a single mother starting fresh in Hope Valley, and Micah Langford, a man she thinks she detests after a complicated first impression.

10. Playing for Keeps (2021)

    Centers on Charlotte 'Charlie' Belmont and Dalton Prescott. Fearing she is cursed when it comes to love, Charlie tries to run from the protective and dependable Dalton, who is determined to keep her safe.

11. When You Least Expect It (2022)

    Follows private investigator West Scott and the spirited Stella Ryan. When Stella lands herself in trouble, West steps in as her protector, leading to unexpected romantic sparks.

12. Never for Him (2022)

    The twelfth and final book of the series focuses on Serenity Ryan and the town's last bachelor, Hunter McCann. Serenity is looking for a fresh start, while Hunter is hiding behind heavy walls of grief. Together, they find healing amidst a dangerous threat.

Crossovers, Spin-offs, and Connected Worlds

One of the elements that makes Jessica Prince's books so engaging is how they link to her other book universes. If you want to experience the absolute full story, keep these interconnected series in mind:

• Civil Corruption Series: This darker romance series contains four books (Corrupt, Defile, Consume, and Ravage) and serves as the direct predecessor to Hope Valley. Characters like Lincoln Sheppard and Marco are introduced here before migrating to the small-town safety of Hope Valley.
• Redemption Series: Spinned off directly from the events of Hope Valley. The series begins with Bad Alibi, which stars Cannon Banks (introduced in Hope Valley #6, Out of the Darkness) and continues to feature cameos from the Hope Valley crew.
• Whitecap Series: The novel Crossing the Line is Whitecap #1 and is billed as a Hope Valley crossover novel. The main character, Cheyanne Knightly, is the twin sister of Charlotte from Playing for Keeps.

What to Know Before You Start

Before diving into Hope Valley, it helps to understand the tone and format. While the series incorporates elements of mystery and suspense, the core focus remains on the emotional connections, banter, and romantic relationships. Each book is a complete story with a Happily Ever After (HEA) for the featured couple, meaning there are no frustrating cliffhangers at the end of individual novels. However, the overarching character friendships and secondary plotlines carry over continuously, making the publication order the most rewarding path for a reader.