Dive into the steamy, drama-filled world of Kings of Cypress Pointe, where alpha males, fierce heroines, and sizzling romance collide in a town dripping with secrets and scandal! Written by Rachel Jonas and Nikki Thorne, this New Adult Romance series captures the electric push-and-pull of hate turning to love, set against the backdrop of the elite Cypress Pointe. With its Gossip Girl vibes and heart-pounding twists, it’s a must-read for fans of intense, mature love stories.
From the first page, Kings of Cypress Pointe hooks you with its blend of raw emotion, spicy encounters, and characters you can’t help but root for. Whether it’s a bully romance or a friends-to-lovers tale, each book delivers a happily-ever-after that leaves you craving more. Let’s explore how this addictive series came to life, its standout stories, and why it’s captured the hearts of romance readers.
How Kings of Cypress Pointe Began
Rachel Jonas, a Michigan native and mother of three, teamed up with co-author Nikki Thorne to craft the Kings of Cypress Pointe series, a spin-off from their Kings of Cypress Prep trilogy. Inspired by their love for gritty, emotional New Adult Romance, they set out to create a world where complex characters navigate love, betrayal, and redemption. Launched in 2020, the series builds on the success of their earlier work, offering standalone novels and interconnected trilogies that resonate with readers craving angst and passion.
The authors’ collaborative chemistry shines through, blending Jonas’s knack for strong heroines with Thorne’s flair for alpha-male intensity. Their shared vision was to craft stories that feel like a mix of One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl, with Cypress Pointe as a glamorous yet dangerous stage for romance. The result? A series that’s as addictive as it is emotionally charged.
The Heart of Kings of Cypress Pointe
The series kicks off with The Golden Boys, a dark high school bully romance introducing West Golden, a charming yet ruthless football star, and Blue Riley, a scholarship student from the wrong side of the tracks. Their enemies-to-lovers arc is packed with secrets, pranks, and a slow-burn romance that culminates in a cliffhanger. The trilogy continues with Never His Girl and Forever Golden, where West and Blue face corruption, family drama, and a powerful enemy, Vin, while their bond deepens.
Standalone novels like Pretty Boy D shift gears to a friends-to-lovers tale, following Dane Golden and Joss, whose roommate situation sparks undeniable chemistry. Mr. Silver explores a fake-dating romance between Sterling and Lexi, while Sexy Beast dives into mafia romance with Ricky Ruiz, a ruthless kingpin, and Dez, whose viral pregnancy test rumor pulls them together. Themes of loyalty, redemption, and forbidden love run throughout, set in a town where social media gossip, via the mysterious Pandora, fuels drama. The series’ steamy scenes and mature themes make it perfect for readers 18+.
Jonas and Thorne’s writing is engaging, with witty dialogue and well-developed characters. Cypress Pointe itself feels alive, its elite prep school and shady underbelly creating a vivid backdrop. Whether it’s the tension of a leaked sex tape or the thrill of a mafia kingpin’s protection, each book delivers high stakes and emotional depth.
Why Kings of Cypress Pointe Resonates
Kings of Cypress Pointe has carved a niche in New Adult Romance, earning praise for its strong heroines and complex alpha males. Fans on Goodreads and Amazon rave about the series’ addictive pacing, with reviews highlighting the chemistry between characters like Blue and West or Ricky and Dez. The blend of bully, enemies-to-lovers, and mafia romance tropes appeals to readers seeking variety within a single series.
Its impact lies in its ability to balance steamy romance with heartfelt themes like family loyalty and personal growth. The series’ diverse cast and relatable struggles—overcoming past mistakes, navigating social pressures—resonate with readers, making it a standout in the genre. As a self-published work, its success showcases Jonas and Thorne’s ability to connect with fans through social media and reader groups.
- Publication Years: 2020–2022
- Number of Books: 6
- Genres: New Adult Romance, Bully Romance, Mafia Romance
- Target Audience: 18+
Ready to get lost in a world of passion and drama? Grab The Golden Boys and step into Kings of Cypress Pointe’s irresistible romance today!