Ariana Nash Books in Order

How to Start Reading Ariana Nash

Ariana Nash specializes in dark, high-stakes M/M (male/male) fantasy and paranormal romance. Because her series are set in entirely distinct universes, there is no overarching order connecting them. You can pick up any series that catches your eye. However, your best starting point depends on what you enjoy most:

• For Epic Dark Fantasy & Shifters: Start with the Silk & Steel series. This is her most famous work, featuring a high-stakes enemies-to-lovers story between an elven assassin and a dragon shifter.
• For Gritty Urban Fantasy: Start with Shadows of London, which blends detective work, stolen magical relics, and a slow-burn romance in a magical underworld.
• For Dark Court Intrigue: Pick up the completed duology Court of Pain, which follows a trickster and a prince navigating a dangerous world of divided courts.
• For a Lighter, Comedic Ride: Dive into the SOS Hotel series (published under her pen name Adam Vex), featuring a human and a sex demon running a sanctuary for supernatural outcasts.

Silk and Steel Series

The Silk & Steel universe follows Eroan, a bisexual elf assassin, and Lysander, a captive dragon shifter, as they fight against a tyrannical Dragon Queen. It is highly recommended to read this series in chronological order rather than publication order, as the prequel novella sets up vital backstories. Be aware that this series features intense dark themes, violence, and dubious consent.

1. Sealed with a Kiss (2018) – Prequel novella centering on Lysander's past. Recommended to read first.
2. Silk & Steel (2019) – Book 1
3. Iron & Fire (2019) – Book 2
4. Blood & Ice (2019) – Book 3
5. Lost & Found (2019) – Book 3.5 (A companion novella)
6. The Black Prince (2019) – Book 4
7. Reunion (2020) – Book 4.5 (A short epilogue story)

Shadows of London Series

This urban fantasy series follows John "Dom" Domenici as he navigates the dangerous magical underworld of London, dealing with rogue elements, ancient artifacts, and complex partnerships. The series should be read in order of release:

1. Twisted Pretty Things (2021) – Book 1
2. Tide of Tricks (2021) – Book 2
3. Trial by Fire (2022) – Book 3
4. Truth or Dare (2022) – Book 4
5. Without a Trace (2022) – Book 5
6. A Night at the Theatre (2022) – Book 5.5 (Novella)

The Prince's Assassin Series

Set in a high-stakes fantasy world of elves and royals, this enemies-to-lovers trilogy tracks the complicated bond between a prince and his assassin. The recommended order is:

1. King of the Dark (2020) – Book 1
2. Reign of Darkness (2020) – Book 2
3. The Cottage (2021) – Book 2.5 (A companion novella)
4. Curse of the Dark Prince (2021) – Book 3

Blackrose Brotherhood Series

An urban fantasy and paranormal romance series involving warring vampire factions. Note that the chronological order differs slightly from the publication order due to the placement of the companion novella, Violent Secret.

Publication Order:

1. Violent Desire (2022) – Book 1
2. Violent Mistake (2022) – Book 2
3. Violent Demand (2023) – Book 3
4. Violent Secret (2023) – Novella

Chronological Order:

1. Violent Desire (2022)
2. Violent Mistake (2022)
3. Violent Secret (2023) – Best read here as it takes place chronologically before Book 3.
4. Violent Demand (2023)

Note: The series also includes the title Violent Secret in its chronological lineup. Some third-party retail lists include Violent Betrayal (Book 4), though availability may vary.

Primal Sin Series

This dark fantasy romance features angels, demons, and high-stakes conflict. The order is straightforward:

1. Primal Sin (2020) – Book 1
2. Eternal Sin (2020) – Book 2
3. Infernal Sin (2021) – Book 3
4. Solo (2022) – Book 3.5 (Companion novella)

Other Series and Standalones

Court of Pain Series

A dark M/M fantasy duology set in the divided Shatterlands, focusing on Lark the trickster and Prince Arin of the Court of Love.

1. Fool Me Once (2023) – Book 1
2. Fool Me Twice (2023) – Book 2

Forgive Me Series

A contemporary gay mafia romance series following a newly ordained priest and a mob operative. Read in order:

1. Forgive Me (2023) – Book 1
2. Ruin Me (2024) – Book 2
3. Save Me (2024) – Book 3

SOS Hotel Series (Written as Adam Vex)

A paranormal fantasy series with a lighter, comedic, and fun tone. It follows a human named Adam and a sex demon named Zee running a hotel sanctuary for supernatural outcasts.

1. For a Supernaturally Safe Stay! (2024) – Book 1
2. Friendly Sanctuary for the Fiendishly Fabulous (2024) – Book 2
3. Sleep With Us (2024) – Book 3
4. Great Service from Top to Bottom (2024) – Book 4
5. No Rest for the Wicked (2024) – Book 5
6. Luxury to Die for (2024) – Book 6

Standalone Novels

These books do not share a continuity with any other series and can be read at any time:

• The Final Masquerade (2021)
• The Toymaker's Son (2023)
• The King's Pawn (2024)

What to Know Before You Start: Discontinued Works

Readers searching for The Jailor series (including the books Dante's End and Dante's Outcast) should note that the author has officially discontinued this series. The titles are no longer available in mainstream storefronts or listed on her official website. We recommend focusing on her completed and active sagas like Silk & Steel or The Prince's Assassin instead.