Whiskey Books in Order

Where to Start the Whiskey Series

For readers looking to dive into the heart of Hope Valley and Peaceful Harbor, the absolute best starting point is Tru Blue (2016). While each book in the series is written to stand on its own with a complete, satisfying romance and a guaranteed happily-ever-after, starting here introduces you to the core dynamics, loyalties, and protective instincts of the Whiskey family. However, die-hard fans of Melissa Foster's massive Love in Bloom universe know there is a secret prologue. The Whiskey family is first introduced in River of Love, which is technically Book 3 of The Bradens at Peaceful Harbor (or Book 15 of the broader Love in Bloom series). Reading River of Love first is not strictly mandatory, but it offers the perfect introductory spark before the Whiskeys command their own spotlight.

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor in Publication Order

This is the original branch of the family saga, set in the coastal small town of Peaceful Harbor. The books are best enjoyed in order of publication to see the family relationships develop and watch background characters slowly step into the foreground for their own stories.

• Tru Blue (2016): Features Truman Gritt and Gemma Rawlins. Truman is a rugged biker trying to raise his sibling after a family tragedy, finding an unexpected partner in Gemma.
• Truly, Madly, Whiskey (2017): Features Bear Whiskey and Crystal Moon. Bear is protective and intense, finding himself completely captivated by the free-spirited Crystal.
• Driving Whiskey Wild (2018): Features Bullet Whiskey and Finlay Wilson. A high-octane romance where protective instincts clash with fierce independence.
• Wicked Whiskey Love (2018): Features Bones Whiskey and Sarah Smalls. Bones is a hardened biker who finds himself softening for Sarah as they navigate past traumas.
• Mad About Moon (2019): Features Jed Moon and Danica Gritt. A deep-dive romance exploring the extended family circles of Peaceful Harbor.
• Taming My Whiskey (2019): Features Dixie Whiskey and Jace Stone. Dixie is the fierce princess of the Dark Knights, matching wits with the wealthy and determined Jace.
• The Gritty Truth (2020): Features Quincy Gritt and Roni Wescott. A story about second chances, grit, and healing after emotional trials.
• In for a Penny (2020): A novella featuring Scott Beckley and Penny Wilson, offering a quick, sweet bridge in the Peaceful Harbor timeline.
• Running on Diesel (2021): Features Desmond "Diesel" Black and Tracey Kline. A high-heat romance that rounds out the Peaceful Harbor chapter of the Dark Knights.

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch in Order

Set against the gorgeous, rugged backdrop of Hope Valley, Colorado, the Redemption Ranch subseries shifts the focus to a ranching environment while retaining the signature protective, close-knit family vibes of the Whiskeys. The reading order for this subseries is:

1. The Trouble with Whiskey (2022): Features Devlin "Dare" Whiskey and Billie Mancini. Childhood friends torn apart by a past tragedy must confront their unresolved feelings and grief.
2. Freeing Sully (2023): A crucial prequel novella that details Sullivan "Sully" Tate's daring escape from a restrictive cult, setting up the events of the next novel.
3. For the Love of Whiskey (2023): Features Callahan "Cowboy" Whiskey and Sully Tate. Cowboy Whiskey takes the traumatized Sully under his wing, leading to a deep, healing bond.
4. A Taste of Whiskey (2024): Features Sasha Whiskey and Ezra Moore. A forbidden, friends-to-lovers workplace romance between an equine therapist and a single father.
5. Love, Lies, and Whiskey (2025): Features Seeley "Doc" Whiskey and Juliette Chambers. A second-chance romance filled with long-held secrets and emotional healing.
6. My Whiskey Redemption (2026): Features Crew Hendricks and Birdie Whiskey, bringing the Redemption Ranch saga to an emotionally charged, satisfying milestone.

Chronological Caveats and Connected Spin-offs

Because Melissa Foster's characters frequently cross paths, readers should be aware of the timeline overlaps. The Dark Knights motorcycle club spans multiple locations, leading to sibling series that run parallel to the Whiskeys. Specifically, The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside is set in Cape Cod and starts with A Little Bit Wicked (2020). If you want to follow the evolution of the club itself across the country, you can read the Peaceful Harbor books, transition into Bayside with the Wickeds, and then move to Redemption Ranch. Additionally, Foster has announced a massive Adirondacks-set crossover series titled The Whiskeys & Wickeds: Dark Knights at Salvation Falls, starting with Whiskey Salvation: Rebel Whiskey, which further unites these two beloved fictional families.

What to Know Before You Start

Melissa Foster writes contemporary romance with a heavy focus on deep emotional healing. While the romances are steamy and lighthearted, many books deal with intense themes such as escaping cults, recovering from severe trauma, grief, addiction, and physical recovery. The Whiskeys are not standard "outlaw" bikers; they belong to a club focused on brotherhood, community service, and protecting their own. If you prefer to read without spoilers for other family members, sticking to the publication order across both Peaceful Harbor and Redemption Ranch is the safest and most satisfying way to experience the universe.