Ana Huang Books in Order

Where to Start Reading Ana Huang

Ana Huang’s contemporary romance novels have taken the book world by storm, largely thanks to their addictive combination of powerful alpha heroes, strong-willed heroines, high-stakes drama, and intense chemistry. Because almost all of her series are set in the same shared universe—lovingly dubbed the "Anaverse" by her readers—deciding where to start can seem a bit daunting. Fortunately, her books are structured to be accessible to newcomers while rewarding long-time fans with recurring character crossovers.

For most readers, the absolute best starting point is Twisted Love, the first book in the Twisted series. This book serves as the gateway to her most popular characters and sets up the social circle of billionaires, bodyguards, and elite power players that populates her later works. If you prefer a lighter, study-abroad contemporary romance first, you can begin with If We Ever Meet Again, though its style is somewhat different from the high-steam, first-person narratives that made Huang a bestseller.

The "Anaverse" Connection: How the Books Interconnect

While almost all of Ana Huang's books are written as standalones featuring a complete romance with a happily-ever-after, they exist in the same timeline and social circles. The primary hub connecting these series is the elite, ultra-exclusive Valhalla Club in New York City. The club’s membership rolls read like a list of Huang’s male protagonists: Alex Volkov (Twisted Love), Christian Harper (Twisted Lies), Dante Russo (King of Wrath), Kai Young (King of Pride), Dominic Davenport (King of Greed), Xavier Castillo (King of Sloth), and Vuk Markovic (King of Envy) are all established parts of this powerful social network.In addition to the club, characters cross paths in various business deals and legal matters. For example, Jules Ambrose (from Twisted Hate) works as the lawyer for Xavier Castillo (from King of Sloth). Additionally, Asher Donovan, the superstar Premier League footballer who stars in the sports romance The Striker, is introduced as a supporting character in the Twisted and Kings of Sin books before stepping into the spotlight for his own series. Reading the books in publication order ensures that you catch all these cameos, Easter eggs, and minor chronological developments without spoiling the endings of prior books.

Publication Order of the If Love Series

The If Love series represents Ana Huang's earlier contemporary romance writing. Unlike her later series, this series features a lighter, more traditional contemporary style and is written in the third-person point of view. It follows a group of friends navigating life, love, and heartbreak across international settings like Shanghai and London.

• If We Ever Meet Again (2020) – Follows Farrah Lin and Blake Hunter during their study-abroad year in Shanghai.
• If the Sun Never Sets (2020) – The emotional sequel that reunites Farrah and Blake five years after their painful breakup.
• If Love Had a Price (2020) – Follows the relationship between a high-profile sports agent and her client's brother.
• If We Were Perfect (2020) – Centers on childhood sweethearts given a second chance at love in the elite culinary world.

Publication Order of the Twisted Series

This is the viral series that catapulted Ana Huang to global success. Transitioning to first-person dual point-of-view, these books feature darker themes, high steam, and popular tropes like bodyguard romance, forced proximity, and enemies-to-lovers.

• Twisted Love (2021) – The story of cold, brilliant Alex Volkov and his best friend’s sweet sister, Ava Chen.
• Twisted Games (2021) – A forbidden royal bodyguard romance featuring Bridget von Ascheberg and her stoic protector, Rhys Larsen.
• Twisted Hate (2022) – An enemies-to-lovers story featuring the fiery relationship between Josh Chen and Jules Ambrose.
• Twisted Lies (2022) – A fake-dating romance between the mysterious Christian Harper and sweet fashion influencer Stella Alonso.

Publication Order of the Kings of Sin Series

Spinning off from the elite circles established in the Twisted series, the Kings of Sin series features billionaire romances themed around the seven deadly sins. These books contain some of Huang’s wealthiest and most powerful characters.

• King of Wrath (2022) – The story of Dante Russo and Vivian Lau, featuring an arranged marriage trope themed around Wrath.
• King of Pride (2023) – Follows the opposites-attract romance of Kai Young and Isabella Valencia, themed around Pride.
• King of Greed (2023) – A marriage-in-crisis and second-chance romance featuring Dominic and Alessandra Davenport, themed around Greed.
• King of Sloth (2024) – Centers on the charmingly lazy billionaire heir Xavier Castillo and his dedicated publicist Sloane Kensington, themed around Sloth.
• King of Envy (2025) – A dark, high-society romance featuring Vuk Markovic, themed around Envy.

Publication Order of the Gods of the Game Series

This series shifts focus to the sports romance genre, specifically targeting professional soccer (football) players in the English Premier League. However, it remains firmly connected to the broader Anaverse.

• The Striker (2024) – Asher Donovan’s story as a legendary Premier League player who falls for his rival's sister, Minka.
• The Defender (2025) – The second installment in the sports romance saga, continuing the professional athletic universe.
• The Keeper (2026) – The third installment in the Gods of the Game lineup, exploring the lives and romances of elite sports players.

Standalone Novels and Anthologies

For readers looking for standalone entries, Ana Huang has also penned a few pieces outside of her main series blocks:

• All I've Never Wanted (2013) – Originally published on Wattpad during her early days under the pen name ACRL37, this is a YA/NA romance.
• Nightingale (2022) – A charity anthology featuring a romance novella by Ana Huang alongside contributions from other romance authors.

Practical Reading Recommendations

If you want the ultimate, spoiler-free reading experience, follow the Master Publication Order. This structure allows you to watch the characters grow and interact naturally, as many characters from the Twisted series show up as business associates or club partners in Kings of Sin and Gods of the Game. If you choose to read the series individually, treat each series as its own bundle, but make sure to read the books within each series in their designated order to avoid spoiling the overall timelines.