Alessandra Torre / A.R. Torre Books in Order

Where to Start with Alessandra Torre

Alessandra Torre is a master of dual literary identities. Under her real name, Alessandra Torre, she writes spicy contemporary romance, erotica, and high-stakes romantic suspense. Under the pen name A.R. Torre, she pivots to chilling, twisty domestic suspense and psychological thrillers. Where you should start depends entirely on your mood:

• For Dark Erotic Suspense: Start with The Girl in 6E, the first book in the Deanna Madden trilogy. It features a reclusive cam girl with homicidal urges she struggles to control.
• For Spicy, Forbidden Romance: Start with Blindfolded Innocence, the opening novel of the Innocence series, focusing on a forbidden relationship between a young law student and a wealthy, charismatic playboy lawyer.
• For Twisty Psychological Thrillers: Start with The Good Lie (written as A.R. Torre), a gripping standalone suspense novel about a serial killer's therapist trying to piece together a deadly puzzle.

The Innocence Series (Brad De Luca) Reading Order

The Innocence series is a steamy contemporary romance saga that details the turbulent relationship between Julia Campbell and Brad De Luca. While publication dates and chronological orders can sometimes confuse new readers, the author's recommended order is highly specific. The Diary of Brad De Luca is a companion novella providing Brad's perspective on the events of the first book and is best enjoyed right after it.

1. Blindfolded Innocence (2014) – Book 1
2. The Diary of Brad De Luca (2013) – Book 1.5 (Prequel/Companion Novella)
3. Masked Innocence (2014) – Book 2
4. End of the Innocence (2014) – Book 3

The Deanna Madden Trilogy

Writing in the darker erotic thriller space, Torre created a sensation with the Deanna Madden series. Deanna Madden is a reclusive cam girl who hasn't left her apartment in three years because she is afraid of her own violent, murderous impulses. The series is tight, chronological, and must be read in order:

1. The Girl in 6E (2014)
2. Do Not Disturb (2015)
3. If You Dare (2015)

All In Duet & Companion Novella

Set in the high-stakes world of Las Vegas, the All In duet focuses on Bell Hartley and Dario Capece. The series consists of a main duet and a spin-off novella featuring supporting characters:

1. Even Money (2018)
2. Double Down (2018)
3. Rolling the Dice (2019) – Labeled as Book 0.5, this standalone companion novella follows Stephanie as she attempts to get revenge on Dario Capece by seducing his best friend, Trip. It can be read before or after the main duet, though reading it after is recommended for context.

The Filthy Vows Duet

This spicy two-part contemporary romance explores the limits of marriage, trust, and physical desire as Easton and Elle open up their marriage:

1. Filthy Vows (2019)
2. Twisted Marriage (2019)

The Dumont Diaries to Trophy Wife

Originally published in 2013 as a serialized four-part miniseries titled The Dumont Diaries, the story of Candace Tapers and wealthy playboy Nathan Dumont was eventually compiled, revised, and expanded. The author released this definitive, complete version as a single standalone novel:

• Trophy Wife (2017) – Readers looking for this series should skip the discontinued individual diary segments and read the complete novel.

Psychological Thrillers & Standalone Novels

If you prefer self-contained stories that require no long-term series commitment, both her romance and thriller standalones offer fantastic entry points. Her suspense standalones are primarily written under the A.R. Torre moniker:

• Black Lies / A Divided Heart (2014) – A legendary romantic suspense standalone featuring a complex love triangle with an unforgettable twist.
• Hollywood Dirt (2015) – A small-town contemporary romance that was adapted into a movie by PassionFlix.
• The Ghostwriter (2017) – A critically acclaimed, emotional mystery about a dying romance author who must write her final book to reveal her deepest secrets.
• Every Last Secret (2020) – A tense domestic thriller about neighborhood envy and dark obsessions, written as A.R. Torre.
• The Good Lie (2021) – A psychological thriller centered on a defense attorney and a psychiatrist trying to solve the murders of six teenage boys.
• A Familiar Stranger (2022) – A twisty thriller about an unfaithful wife who assumes a fake identity, only to find herself caught in a deadly game.
• A Fatal Affair (2023) – A suspenseful ride involving a horrific double murder and a high-profile Hollywood couple.
• The Last Party (2024) – A tense domestic mystery set during a lavish anniversary celebration where secrets bubble to the surface.