Adaline Winters Books in Order

How to Start Reading Adaline Winters

For readers new to Adaline Winters' catalog of dark fantasy, paranormal romance, and urban fantasy, the best entry point depends entirely on what flavor of supernatural storytelling you prefer. Because her series exist in separate universes, you do not need to read all of her works in one strict chronological sequence. Instead, the most rewarding approach is to read each series individually from start to finish. If you want a thrilling paranormal romance with necromancy and faction warfare, start with the Cora Roberts Series. If you prefer Greek mythology retellings and high-stakes romantic suspense, the Hope Legacy Series is your ideal starting line.

The Recommended Reading Path

1. The Cora Roberts Series (Start here for Paranormal Romance/Urban Fantasy): Begin with Whispers of the Dead (2021) and follow Cora's story in publication order.
2. The Hope Legacy Series (Read second for Mythology/Romance): Start with the original trilogy starting with Seducing Hope (2020), or begin with the prequel novella Enticing Hope (2024) if you prefer chronological order.
3. Legends of the Hallows Series (Read third for Spicy Fairy-Tale Retellings): Start with Something Wicked (officially published as Wicked) to enter a reverse-harem fairy-tale universe.
4. Kingdom of Shattered Crowns and Shadowed Dreams (Read fourth for Fae Resistance Fantasy): Read We Shall Not Bow (2022) followed by its sequel We Shall Not Break.

Cora Roberts Series Reading Order

The Cora Roberts series is Winters' flagship urban fantasy and paranormal romance series. It follows Cora Roberts, a daughter of death who is forced to navigate complex supernatural factions, dangerous secrets, and the scheming of her own grandmother. This series must be read in publication order, as each book builds directly upon the cliffhangers and plot developments of the previous installment.

• Whispers of the Dead (2021)
• Shadows of the Soul (2022)
• Serpents of the Dawn (2023)
• Reapers of the Dark (2024)

Note: The series continues with subsequent releases such as Guardians of the Veil (2025), which extends Cora's journey through the supernatural underworld.

The Hope Legacy Series Reading Order

The Hope Legacy series is a Greek mythology-inspired paranormal romance trilogy with an added prequel novella. The series follows Hope as she navigates a dark, dangerous supernatural world while attempting to shield a secret that could destroy her. Here, readers have two choices: publication order or chronological order.

Option 1: Publication Order (Recommended)

Reading in publication order allows you to experience the main story as it was originally written, saving the prequel backstory for afterwards.

1. Seducing Hope (2020)
2. Surrendering Hope (2021)
3. Surviving Hope (2021)
4. Enticing Hope (2024) - Prequel Novella

Option 2: Chronological Order

If you prefer to understand the history and events leading up to the main trilogy first, start with the prequel novella.

1. Enticing Hope (2024) - Prequel Novella
2. Seducing Hope (2020)
3. Surrendering Hope (2021)
4. Surviving Hope (2021)

Legends of the Hallows Series Reading Order

This series is a spicy, "why choose" (reverse harem) fairy-tale retelling that subverts classic lore. The story centers on Daphne Stone, a cursed maiden who lives on the edges of the Hallows, a realm where fairy-tale stories are strictly enforced by the "Idols." Daphne teams up with four unruly knights to challenge their pre-written fates. The books should be read in chronological order:

1. Something Wicked (Published as Wicked) (2023)
2. Tangled (2023)
3. Destined (2024)
4. Crowned (2026)

Other Works and Standalones

Beyond her main series, Adaline Winters has published epic fantasy novels and standalone stories that showcase her range as a fantasy writer.

Kingdom of Shattered Crowns and Shadowed Dreams

This dark fantasy series is set in a world where the Fae have assumed control of Earth under the pretense of saving humanity. The story focuses on Luna, a human resistance fighter battling extinction. The order is as follows:

1. We Shall Not Bow (2022)
2. We Shall Not Break (2023)

Standalone Novels and Anthologies

For readers looking for standalone stories or short-form collaborations, Winters has also written:

• Beneath Your Beautiful (2024) - Standalone Romance Novel
• Stone Cold Hearted - Standalone Romance / Suspense
• AATA 2024: The Annual - A Multi-Genre Anthology (2024) - A charity compilation featuring a story from Winters.
• Fiction, Fans and Ballgowns (2024) - A multi-author charity anthology raising funds for Cancer Research.