Bri Blackwood Books in Order

The Recommended Reading Path

Bri Blackwood's novels are divided into distinct series, each focusing on a different set of characters and settings. Because there is no overarching crossover plot connecting her various series, you can dive in wherever you like based on the tropes you prefer. However, if you want the ultimate introduction to her writing style and tone, we recommend starting with the Broken Cross Series.

Here is the best way to tackle her bibliography depending on your romance preferences:

• For Billionaire Romance and High Stakes: Start with the Broken Cross Series (beginning with Savage Empire) or The Ruthless Billionaire Trilogy.
• For Dark College and Academic Intrigue: Start with the Brentson University Series (beginning with Devious Game).
• For Gothic and Mysterious Romance: Start with the Westwick University Duet (beginning with The Lies Beneath).
• For Intense Enemies-to-Lovers Dynamics: Start with The Shattered Trilogy (beginning with Shattered Saint).

What to Know Before You Start

Before reading Bri Blackwood, it is important to understand her style and the themes she explores:

• Dark Themes: Blackwood's novels contain dark romance elements, including morally gray anti-heroes, power imbalances, forced proximity, and intense physical and emotional situations. Check individual trigger warnings if you are sensitive to darker themes.
• Trilogies vs. Standalones: Some series, like the first three books of Broken Cross, are continuous stories that must be read in order. Others, like the latter half of the Broken Cross series, focus on different family members and can technically be read as standalones, though they are best enjoyed in order.
• No Large Shared Universe: You do not need to worry about complex cross-series continuity. Each series exists in its own bubble, allowing you to read them in any order you choose.

Order Caveats and Discrepancies

When looking up the reading order for Bri Blackwood's debut series, Broken Cross, readers often encounter a common sorting discrepancy between database publication lists and the author's intended reading path:

Our database lists Scarred Empire as the first entry, followed by Savage Empire. However, official author sources, publisher listings, and reader communities like Goodreads confirm that the narrative order of the primary Damien and Anais trilogy begins with Savage Empire, followed by Scarred Empire, and concludes with Steel Empire. For the best reading experience, we strongly recommend following the narrative sequence starting with Savage Empire.

Broken Cross Series

This is Blackwood’s signature series. The first three books follow the intense enemies-to-lovers story of Damien Cross, a ruthless billionaire, and Anais Monroe, who makes a dangerous bargain to settle her family's debt. Books 4 through 6 expand the scope to other members of the wealthy and powerful Cross family.

1. Savage Empire (2021) – The official starting point of Damien and Anais's trilogy.
2. Scarred Empire (2021) – Book two of the main trilogy.
3. Steel Empire (2021) – The conclusion of Damien and Anais's story.
4. Shadow Empire (2021) – Focuses on a new couple within the Cross family empire.
5. Secret Empire (2021) – Continues the expanded family stories.
6. Stolen Empire (2021) – The sixth book in the Broken Cross world.

Brentson University Series

This dark college romance trilogy takes readers to Brentson University, where secrets, betrayal, and past relationships collide. The story follows a haunted protagonist forced to face off against her ex-partner, Nash Henson, in a tense battle of wits and hearts.

1. Devious Game (2022)
2. Devious Secret (2023)
3. Devious Heir (2023)

The Ruthless Billionaire Trilogy

A classic dark billionaire romance setup, this trilogy delivers high passion, transactional relationships, and ultimate vengeance across three connected volumes.

1. The Billionaire's Auction (2022)
2. The Billionaire’s Possession (2022)
3. The Billionaire's Vengeance (2022)

The Shattered Trilogy

This series blends billionaire and college romance tropes, delivering an intense enemies-to-lovers romance filled with emotional angst and dark secrets.

1. Shattered Saint (2023)
2. Shattered Sinner (2023)
3. Shattered Reign (2023)

The Westwick University Duet

This duet takes a gothic turn, exploring secrets hidden beneath the surface of a prestigious university setting.

1. The Lies Beneath (2023)
2. The Truth Between (2023)

Anthologies

Bri Blackwood contributed to the following multi-author anthology, which was released in 2022 to support reproductive rights:

• Dissent (2022)