Where to Start with Alexandra Vasti
For readers new to Alexandra Vasti's writing, the best place to start depends on whether you prefer compact, fast-paced novellas or full-length traditional romance novels. Vasti has two primary series set in the Regency era, along with an upcoming shift into paranormal romance.
If you want a quick, delightful entry point, start with In Which Margo Halifax Earns Her Shocking Reputation, the first novella in the Halifax Hellions series. It introduces Vasti's signature style: banter-filled, high-steam historical romance with independent-minded heroines and swoon-worthy, supportive heroes. If you prefer to jump straight into a full-length, traditionally published novel, start with Ne'er Duke Well, which kicks off the Belvoir's Library trilogy.
The Halifax Hellions Series
The Halifax Hellions series is a trilogy of historical romance novellas originally self-published by Vasti. In early 2026, these popular stories were collected and published in a single print and audio volume titled The Halifax Hellions. The stories follow the romantic escapades of the scandalous Halifax siblings in Regency England.
1. In Which Margo Halifax Earns Her Shocking Reputation (2022)
Margo Halifax has a reputation for being wild and scandalous. When she accidentally ruins her sister's chance at a respectable match, she takes matters into her own hands by planning a run to Gretna Green. Along the way, she is forced to travel with Henry, her brother's quiet, responsible best friend. This road-trip romance features delicious forced proximity, childhood-friends-to-lovers tropes, and explosive chemistry.
2. In Which Matilda Halifax Learns the Value of Restraint (2023)
The second novella centers on Margo's twin sister, Matilda Halifax, who is trying desperately to maintain her restraint and dignity after the scandals of the first book. However, she finds herself locked in a battle of wits and wills with the reclusive, grumpy Lord Giles. This grumpy-meets-sunshine story is filled with mutual pining and excellent character growth.
3. In Which Winnie Halifax Is Utterly Ruined (2024)
The final installment focuses on Winifred (Winnie) Wallace, a woman who forged a marriage certificate to the Earl of Strathmore, Spencer Halifax, ten years prior in order to secure her independence as a sheep farmer. When Spencer discovers the deception, they must travel to London together to untangle the legal mess, only to find themselves falling in love. This fake-marriage, age-gap romance beautifully rounds out the Halifax family saga.
The Belvoir's Library Series
Vasti's first traditional publishing venture is the Belvoir's Library series, a trilogy of interconnected standalone Regency romance novels published by Berkley. The series centers on a group of friends, scandalous literature, and secret identities.
1. Ne'er Duke Well (2024)
This full-length novel features Peter Kent, a newly inherited Duke of Stanhope who was raised in America and has no interest in British high society, and Lady Selina, who is tasked with turning him into a proper duke. Selina is determined to find him a perfect aristocratic wife, but the spark between the two makes it clear that they are matching with the wrong people. It is a witty, feminist, enemies-to-lovers romp.
2. Earl Crush (2025)
The second book in the trilogy follows Lydia Hope-Wallace, a wallflower heiress who writes radical political pamphlets under a pseudonym, and Arthur Baird, the reclusive Earl of Strathrannoch. Their relationship begins through anonymous, intellectually charged letters before translating to real-life sparks. It features a delightful epistolary setup and plenty of humor.
3. Ladies in Hating (2025)
The final installment in the trilogy is a sapphic Regency romance featuring Lady Georgiana Cleeve and Cat Lacey. Both are rival Gothic novelists writing under pseudonyms who are forced to share a supposedly haunted manor to research their next books. A decade after their teenage infatuation was cut short, they must confront their lingering feelings and the secrets of the estate.
The Corporate Bloodsuckers Series
In late 2026, Vasti is set to expand her writing into the paranormal romance genre with the Corporate Bloodsuckers duology. This marks a fun departure from her classic Regency settings while keeping her trademark wit and steamy dynamics.
1. Swipe Bite (Expected November 2026)
The first book in this new series follows Sophronia Vega, a vampire heiress who creates a dating app to connect vampires and humans safely. When the app is sabotaged, she must team up with Casey Amato, the human software engineer who built the code, to find the saboteur before it ruins her company.
Practical Reading Advice and Caveats
Should you read Alexandra Vasti's books in publication order or chronological order? Because her books are tightly grouped within their respective series, the simplest and most satisfying path is to read them in publication order. Each series can be enjoyed independently, meaning you do not need to read the Halifax Hellions before diving into the Belvoir's Library trilogy.
However, within each series, reading in order is highly recommended. The character growth, recurring side characters, and overarching subplots flow sequentially. For instance, the events of the first two Halifax novellas set up the stakes for the final book, and the characters in Belvoir's Library frequently interact across novels.