Do I need to read Amanda Cinelli's series in order?

Yes, for the narrative continuity of series like The Greeks' Race to the Altar and the Avelar Family Scandals , it is highly recommended to read them in publication order. However, her contributions to multi-author collections like One Night With Consequences can be read as complete standalones.

What was Amanda Cinelli's debut romance novel?

Her debut novel was Resisting the Sicilian Playboy , published in 2015. She wrote the book after winning Harlequin's "So You Think You Can Write" online search in 2014.

Who wrote The Wedding Night They Never Had in the Greeks' Race to the Altar series?

The second book in the series, The Wedding Night They Never Had , was written by romance author Jackie Ashenden as part of the shared-universe collaboration, while Amanda Cinelli wrote the other three books.

Are the Monteverro Marriages books connected?

Yes, One Night with the Forbidden Princess and Claiming His Replacement Queen share the same royal setting of Monteverro and feature overlapping themes of royal duty and forbidden desire.

What is the best book for a beginner to start with?

Start with Stolen in Her Wedding Gown , the first book in The Greeks' Race to the Altar series. It perfectly introduces her style of fast-paced, emotional, and glamorous contemporary romance.

Amanda Cinelli Books in Order

Where to Start with Amanda Cinelli

For readers new to Amanda Cinelli's world of brooding billionaires, runaway brides, and glamorous European backdrops, the best starting point is The Greeks' Race to the Altar series. This series offers a perfect showcase of her signature blend of high-stakes family drama, emotional intensity, and luxury settings. Alternatively, if you want a shorter commitment, the Avelar Family Scandals duology provides a quick, satisfying entry point into her writing style.

The Greeks' Race to the Altar Series

This series centers around the three wealthy heirs of the Mytikas family patriarch, Zeus Mytikas. Upon his death, a final challenge is issued: whichever heir reaches the wedding altar first will inherit the massive family fortune. While the series is a collaborative effort with author Jackie Ashenden writing the second installment, the overarching storyline flows best when read in order.

Stolen in Her Wedding Gown (2021) – Written by Amanda Cinelli
The Wedding Night They Never Had (2021) – Written by Jackie Ashenden
The Billionaire's Last-Minute Marriage (2022) – Written by Amanda Cinelli
Pregnant in the Italian's Palazzo (2023) – Written by Amanda Cinelli

Avelar Family Scandals Duology

The Avelar family books deal with intense, classic romance tropes like amnesia, secret heirs, and reignited flames. These two books are directly connected and should be read in sequence.

The Vows He Must Keep (2020)
Returning to Claim His Heir (2021)

Monteverro Marriages Duology

If you enjoy royal romance, runaway princesses, and duty-bound monarchs, this duology transports readers to the fictional Mediterranean kingdom of Monteverro. Read these in order of release to appreciate the political and romantic continuity.

One Night with the Forbidden Princess (2018)
Claiming His Replacement Queen (2019)

Fast Track Billionaires Club

A fast-paced duology released in 2024, focusing on high-society reunions and sudden engagements in the billionaire class.

The Bump in Their Forbidden Reunion (2024)
Fast-Track Fiancé (2024)

Navigating Harlequin's Multi-Author Continuity Series

Throughout her career, Amanda Cinelli has contributed to several massive, thematic multi-author series for Harlequin Presents. These series are comprised of dozens of books by different authors, unified by a common trope (like surprise pregnancies or hidden heirs) rather than direct character continuity. You do not need to read the entire series in order; instead, you can jump straight to Amanda's standalone contributions:

Secret Heirs of Billionaires

In this expansive multi-author collection, Amanda Cinelli contributes The Secret to Marrying Marchesi (2016), which is cataloged as the 3rd book in the overall collection. It can be read entirely on its own.

One Night With Consequences

In this long-running Harlequin Presents thematic series, Cinelli contributed An Heir Fit for a King (2015), which was co-authored with Abby Green and is cataloged as the 9th book in the line.

Amanda Cinelli Standalone Novels

For standalone escapes that do not require any background knowledge or follow-up reading, these novels are perfect self-contained stories:

Resisting the Sicilian Playboy (2015) – Amanda Cinelli's debut novel, written after winning Harlequin's "So You Think You Can Write" competition in 2014.
A Ring to Claim Her Crown (2023) – A modern royal romance filled with scandal and secrets.