Annika Martin Books in Order

Where to Start with Annika Martin

Annika Martin is a remarkably versatile romance author who writes across several distinct subgenres. Because her series vary significantly in tone—ranging from sweet and hilarious romantic comedies to dark, gritty romantic suspense—the best place to start depends entirely on your personal reading preferences.

• If you love romantic comedies: Start with the Billionaires of Manhattan series. The first book, Most Eligible Billionaire, is a fantastic introduction, but the fan-favorite second book, The Billionaire's Wake-up-call Girl, is also a highly recommended standalone starting point.
• If you prefer dark, intense romance: Start with Prisoner, the first book in the Criminals & Captives series co-authored with Skye Warren.
• If you want high-heat mafia romance: Begin with Dark Mafia Prince, the first entry in the Dangerous Royals trilogy.
• If you want lighthearted, steamy suspense: Dive into The Hostage Bargain, which kicks off the Taken Hostage by Kinky Bank Robbers series.
• If you enjoy MM (male/male) bodyguard romance: Pick up Enemies with Benefits, co-authored with Joanna Chambers.

Billionaires of Manhattan Series

This is Annika Martin's most popular contemporary romance series. The books are set in New York City and feature grumpy, high-powered tycoons falling for quirky, independent heroines. While the books feature overlapping characters and cameos, they are written as standalones and can be read in any order. Reading them in publication order is recommended to fully appreciate the character connections.

1. Most Eligible Billionaire (2017)
2. The Billionaire's Wake-up-call Girl (2018)
3. Breaking the Billionaire's Rules (2019)
4. The Billionaire's Fake Fiancee (2020)
5. Return Billionaire to Sender (2020)
6. Just Not That Into Billionaires (2021)
7. Butt-dialing the Billionaire (2022)
8. The Grumpy Billionaire (2023)

Dangerous Royals Series

The Dangerous Royals series is a dark mafia romance saga focused on the intense, high-stakes lives of the Dragusha family. Unlike the Billionaires series, this trilogy is highly interconnected and should be read in chronological order. A companion holiday novella wraps up the story.

1. Dark Mafia Prince (2016)
2. Wicked Mafia Prince (2016)
3. Savage Mafia Prince (2016)
4. A Dragusha Christmas (2019)

Criminals & Captives Series

Co-authored with Skye Warren, this series features darker themes, psychological suspense, and intense chemistry. The stories explore forbidden love and captive dynamics, appealing to readers who enjoy grit and emotional depth.

1. Prisoner (2014)
2. Hostage (2018)

Taken Hostage by Kinky Bank Robbers Series

This series blends erotica, playful humor, and romantic suspense. It follows the wild adventures of a heroine taken hostage by a trio of handsome bank robbers, developing into an unconventional and steamy relationship. It is highly recommended to read this series in order as the plot continues across the books.

1. The Hostage Bargain (2012)
2. The Wrong Turn & The Deeper Game (2014)
3. The Most Wanted (2016)
4. The Hard Way (2017)
5. The Best Trick (2022)

Enemies with Benefits Series

This MM romantic suspense series was co-authored with Joanna Chambers. It centers on Will and Kit, two men on opposite sides of a security detail who must work together despite their intense animosity and building attraction.

1. Enemies with Benefits (2017)
2. Enemies Like You (2017)

Standalones and Novellas

Outside of her primary series, Annika Martin has published short stories and standalone works that capture her signature witty and seductive tone.

• Hot Ghost (2019) – A standalone paranormal romance novella.

What to Know Before You Start

Annika Martin is a pen name for RITA-Award-winning author Carolyn Crane. Under her Carolyn Crane pen name, she writes urban fantasy and traditional romantic suspense (such as The Associates series). If you enjoy her darker, suspenseful romance as Annika Martin, you may also want to explore her Carolyn Crane catalog. However, if you are looking strictly for contemporary rom-coms, stick to the Billionaires of Manhattan series.