Where to Start Reading Bella Jewel
Bella Jewel (who also writes under her real name, Bec Botefuhr) is best known for her gritty, emotional, and steamy motorcycle club (MC) romances. If you are new to her work, the absolute best place to start is with The MC Sinners series. Her breakout debut novel, Hell's Knights, introduces readers to her signature style: high-octane drama, intense chemistry, and alphahole heroes who will do anything for the women they love. Starting here gives you the perfect introduction to her gritty biker world before you explore her other clubs and contemporary romances.
If you prefer a lighter, more humorous enemies-to-lovers story, you should begin with the Turf Wars series, starting with Biker Schmiker. It features her trademark biker characters but swaps the dark, high-stakes drama for playful banter, neighborhood pranks, and romantic comedy.
The Motorcycle Club Universe: Chronological vs. Publication Order
Bella Jewel has created several distinct motorcycle clubs. While the series can generally be read independently, they share a similar gritty atmosphere and occasionally cross over. Reading them in order of publication allows you to watch her world-building expand.
The MC Sinners & Next Generation
This is Jewel's flagship series. It centers on the members of the MC Sinners and later transitions to their children in the Next Generation spinoff. They should be read in order of release to avoid spoilers regarding relationships and club politics.
- Hell's Knights (2013)
- Heaven's Sinners (2013)
- Knights' Sinner (2013)
- Bikers and Tinsel (2013 - Novella #3.5)
- MC Sinners: Next Generation: Pandemonium (2016)
- MC Sinners: Next Generation: Drifter (2016)
- MC Sinners: Next Generation: Manacle (2016)
- Muff (2024)
- Cade (2024)
Jokers' Wrath MC
Focusing on a completely different, rugged biker club, this series is famous for its dark themes, high emotional stakes, and deep loyalty. Jokers' Wrath features a major crossover event with the MC Sinners in the novella A Biker for Christmas.
- Precarious (2014)
- Melancholy (2014)
- Anguish (2014)
- Desolation (2015)
- Jokers' Wrath Motorcycle Club (2015)
- Valiant (2017)
Iron Fury MC
The Iron Fury Motorcycle Club series delivers raw emotion and alpha males trying to protect their club and families. These books must be read in order to follow the overarching plot developments.
- Whiskey Burning (2017)
- Hushed Torment (2017)
- Darkest Hour (2018)
- Sassy Little Thing (2018)
- Me, Please (2018)
- Our Final Tale (2018)
Rumblin' Knights MC
Another beloved branch of her biker romance library, this series follows the trials and romantic exploits of the Rumblin' Knights club members.
- Knights Rising (2018)
- Knights Fury (2019)
- Knights Lady (2019)
- Knights Burden (2019)
King's Descendants MC
This series begins with a family dynamic when a woman's mother marries into the King's Descendants MC, introducing her to her dangerous new stepbrother, Alarick. It is a forbidden-style, high-tension romance series.
- Alarick (2020)
- Flick (2020)
- Mykel (2020)
- Kendric (2020)
- Cohen (2020)
Prisoners of Purgatory MC
A darker, suspense-fueled biker series centering on characters with secrets, starting with the mystery surrounding a man named Western (nicknamed "Nightmare") and a journalist trying to uncover his past.
- Nightmare (2023)
- Deceiver (2023)
- Colt (2023)
- Mex (2023)
- Fury (2023)
Other Key Romance & Contemporary Series
If you need a break from motorcycle clubs, Bella Jewel has successfully written across several other contemporary romance subgenres, from romantic comedies to survival suspense.
Turf Wars (Romantic Comedy)
For readers who want enemies-to-lovers romance with a healthy dose of humor. The series kicks off when a local café owner initiates a hilarious neighborhood war against the biker club next door.
- Biker Schmiker (2021)
- Heart-On (2021)
- Pop Goes The Biker (2021)
- Tartlet (2021)
- Clash of the Nannies (2021)
Walker Hills
Set around a ranch retreat, this contemporary romance series tracks a close-knit group of characters finding love in unexpected places.
- Camp Nerd (2022)
- Camp Hot Mess (2022)
- Camp Crim (2022)
Criminals of the Ocean
A high-seas romantic suspense duology following Indigo, a woman who is shipwrecked and captured by a crew of modern pirates.
- Enslaved by the Ocean (2013)
- Where Darkness Lies (2014)
Alpha's Heart (Hard To Series)
A romantic suspense trilogy focusing on strong, independent women—starting with a female bounty hunter—and the powerful, protective men who capture their hearts.
- Hard to Fight (2015)
- Hard to Break (2015)
- Hard to Forget (2015)
House of Obsidian
A second-chance romance duology focusing on underground fighting, deep-seated trauma, and healing secrets.
- Flawed Heart (2015)
- Flawed Love (2015)
'Til Death
A high-tension romantic drama split across two parts.
- 'Til Death: Part 1 (2014)
- 'Til Death: Part 2 (2015)
Standalone Novels
Bella Jewel has also written several standalone contemporary romances and thrillers that do not require any prior reading. Notable among these is 72 Hours, a high-stakes survival thriller that showcases her range outside traditional romance.
- Number Thirteen (2014)
- Life After Taylah (2014)
- Wingman [Woman] (2014)
- Step-Lover (2015)
- How to Fall in Love (2015)
- Fleeting Moments (2016)
- 72 Hours (2017)
- The Watcher (2017)
- Blind Date (2017)
What to Know Before You Start
Before jumping into Bella Jewel's catalog, keep these quick tips in mind to enhance your reading experience:
- Varying Tones: Her books range from very dark romantic suspense and gritty MC dynamics to lighthearted, funny rom-coms. Check the blurb before starting if you have specific trope preferences.
- Standalones vs. Duologies: While most of her MC books can technically function as standalones focusing on different couples, series like Criminals of the Ocean and 'Til Death are true continuous duologies that must be read in order.
- Crossovers: Keep an eye out for the holiday novella A Biker for Christmas, which brings characters from the MC Sinners and Jokers' Wrath universes together.