Where to Start with Brynne Asher
If you are new to Brynne Asher's thrilling blend of contemporary romance and intense romantic suspense, choosing where to start depends on your preferred tropes. For readers who love protective alpha heroes, espionage, and high stakes, the best starting point is Vines, the first book in her fan-favorite series, The Killers. If you prefer emotional contemporary romance centered around a tight-knit family with a lighter touch of suspense, start with Overflow, the debut book of the Carpino series.
The Killers Series Reading Order
This is Asher's most popular series, focusing on lethal, protective men and the resilient women who capture their hearts. The books are best read in order to appreciate the ongoing character dynamics and cameos.
- Vines (2017) – Follows Addy, a vineyard owner who gets tangled up with a brooding, dangerous hero.
- Paths (2017) – Features a woman on the run finding shelter with a lethal protector.
- Gifts (2017) – A Christmas-themed romantic suspense installment.
- Until the Tequila / The Tequila (2019 / 2023) – A crossover novella featuring Evan Hargrove and Mary Giesen. Note that Until the Tequila and The Tequila are the same story, sometimes cataloged separately.
- Veils (2019) – High-stakes romantic suspense centered around secret operations.
- Scars (2020) – A deeply emotional story of healing and protection.
- Souls (2022) – Continues the series with another action-packed romance.
The Carpino Series Reading Order
Focused on the large, loving, and protective Carpino family, this series leans heavily into contemporary romance with strong family bonds and emotional depth.
- Overflow (2014) – The book that started it all, introducing the Carpino family.
- Beautiful Life (2015) – Continues the emotional journey of the Carpino clan.
- Athica Lane (2015) – A heartwarming and intense romance.
- Until Avery (2018) – A popular crossover novella within the Carpino universe.
- Force of Nature (2022) – The latest full-length installment returning to the family.
The Agents Series Reading Order
For fans of mafia romance, arranged marriages, and undercover federal agents, this series delivers high-intensity romantic suspense.
- Possession (2023) – An arranged marriage mafia romance featuring intense chemistry.
- Tapped (2023) – A gripping story involving undercover operations and forced proximity.
- Exposed (2024) – Continues the high-stakes suspense of federal agency investigations.
- Illicit (2024) – The latest entry in the series, packing high emotional heat and danger.
The Montgomerys Series Reading Order
This family-centered series showcases Asher's signature style of combining everyday struggles with protective romantic relationships.
- Bad Situation (2018) – Follows the first Montgomery sibling finding love in a chaotic situation.
- Broken Halo (2019) – A story of second chances and protective instincts.
- Betrayed Love (2022) – A suspenseful contemporary romance that tests family loyalties.
Duets and Collaborative Projects
Brynne Asher has participated in several collaborative series where she contributes a standalone novel to a shared universe. When reading these, you only need to read Asher's contribution to follow her specific characters, though the other books by co-authors are excellent companions.
The Dillon Sisters Duet
This duet was co-authored with Layla Frost, with each author writing one sister's story. While they can be read as standalones, they are best enjoyed together.
- Deathly (2021) – Written by Brynne Asher, this novel follows Dr. Aria Dillon as she is drawn into the dark world of Brand Vitale.
- Damaged (2021) – Written by Layla Frost, focusing on the other Dillon sister.
Coming Home Series
A multi-author project where various romance authors wrote standalone books about returning home. Brynne Asher's sole contribution to this series is Levi.
- Levi (2022) – Brynne Asher's standalone installment. The other entries in the series, such as Whatever Will Be by Cora Brent and Following Maggie by Melanie Moreland, are written by different authors and are not required to understand Levi's story.