The Recommended Reading Order for No Prisoners MC
Lilly Atlas's No Prisoners MC series transports readers to Crystal Rock, Arizona, where an outlaw motorcycle club operates under its own code of honor. Within this high-stakes world, each book follows a specific club member as they navigate dangerous external threats, inner demons, and intense romance. While each story features a distinct couple with a guaranteed happily-ever-after, the political conflicts of the club and the recurring cast of characters build a continuous narrative. To fully appreciate the character growth and community bonds, readers should follow the chronological order.
The recommended reading sequence for the No Prisoners MC series is:
- Book 0.5: Hook (Novella) – The chronological starting point, following the second-chance romance of Marcie and Hook.
- Book 1: Striker – Follows Lila Emerson, a local ER doctor, and Striker, the club's vice president, as they protect Lila from a dangerous stalker.
- Book 2: Jester – A story of espionage and hard choices, featuring Emily, who attempts to seduce Jester to rescue her brother, only to find real love.
- Book 3: Acer – Centers on Fia, a woman recovering from a traumatic assault, and Acer, a highly guarded biker who must overcome his past betrayals to protect her.
- Book 4: Lucky – Focuses on Kori, a woman searching for the club's president, who sparks a forbidden and high-tension romance with the charismatic Lucky.
- Book 5: Snake – A deep redemption arc following Snake, a former villain left for dead by his own brothers, who finds healing with a physical therapist named Amanda.
- Book 6 / Book 7: Screw – A major crossover novel featuring Screwball from the Hell's Handlers MC and Gumby from the No Prisoners MC in an MMF triad romance with Jazmine.
Publication Order vs. Chronological Order
For readers who prefer to experience the series exactly as it was released, the publication order is slightly different. Lilly Atlas released the first two full-length novels before going back to write the prequel novella, which fills in crucial backstory for the club and its founding dynamics.
The publication history of the series is as follows:
- Striker (2016)
- Jester (2016)
- Acer (2017)
- Hook (2017)
- Lucky (2017)
- Snake (2017)
- Screw (2020)
While starting with Striker is perfectly acceptable, beginning with the novella Hook is highly recommended by fans and the author. Hook establishes the history of the Crystal Rock chapter, explaining how the town and the club grew together. Reading it out of order means experiencing a flashback mid-series, which can interrupt the narrative momentum built up in the first three novels.
Understanding the Hell's Handlers Crossover
One of the most common points of confusion for new readers is the final book associated with the series: Screw (2020). Screw is not a traditional standalone sequel to the main No Prisoners lineup. Instead, it is an official crossover novel written to bridge the worlds of the No Prisoners MC and Lilly Atlas's larger, flagship series, the Hell's Handlers MC.
In the overall Lilly Atlas bibliography, Screw is listed as Book 8 of the Hell's Handlers MC series, but it serves as a critical resolution for characters associated with the No Prisoners MC. Specifically, the book features Gumby, a biker from Arizona connected to the No Prisoners chapter. When Gumby travels across the country, his path collides with Jazmine and the Hell's Handlers' enforcer, Screwball (Screw). This leads to a complex, emotional MMF (male/male/female) triad romance. Because of this shared cast and setting crossover, it is considered the unofficial seventh entry in the No Prisoners saga.
The Broader Lilly Atlas Universe and Spin-offs
If you finish the No Prisoners MC series and want to continue reading about Atlas's gritty outlaw world, you do not have to look far. The author has built an interconnected universe across several motorcycle clubs. The main companion series is the Hell's Handlers MC, which is based in a different chapter and spans over a dozen books, starting with Zach. Reading the Hell's Handlers series is not required to enjoy No Prisoners, but it provides rich context for the events of the crossover novel Screw.
Additionally, the universe extends to the Hell's Handlers MC: Florida Chapter, which functions as a direct spin-off. This series continues the style of alpha heroes, resilient heroines, and deep found-family dynamics that defined the No Prisoners MC. Readers can safely start either major series independently, but reading No Prisoners first provides a fantastic, concise introduction to Atlas's style before diving into the massive Hell's Handlers catalog.
What to Know Before You Start
Before revving up your engines and heading to Crystal Rock, there are a few stylistic elements to keep in mind. Lilly Atlas's books fall under the romantic suspense and contemporary MC romance subgenres. You should expect high-intensity plotlines involving external dangers, rival clubs, and criminal elements, balanced by deeply emotional character arcs. The series frequently utilizes classic romance tropes, including second-chance romance in Hook, forced proximity and protection in Striker, and a powerful enemies-to-lovers redemption arc in Snake. The final book, Screw, introduces MMF dynamics, which is a departure from the male-female romances of the first six books. Keeping this sequence in mind ensures a smooth and highly enjoyable ride through Crystal Rock.