Chris Keniston Books in Order

Where to Begin Your Chris Keniston Journey

With over fifty contemporary romance novels, USA Today bestselling author Chris Keniston has built a reputation for crafting warm, family-oriented stories filled with second chances, humor, and small-town charm. If you are new to her books, there are two primary entry points depending on the vibe you prefer: the rugged ranch lands of Texas or the sun-drenched beaches of Hawaii.

• For Small-Town Country Romance: Start with Adam, the first book in the sprawling Farraday Country series. Set in West Texas, this modern twist on the classic Seven Brides for Seven Brothers trope is Keniston's most popular series and introduces you to the core of her writing style.
• For Sun and Surf Romance: Start with Aloha Texas, the book that kicks off the Aloha series. It features former Navy SEALs and legal professionals finding love in Hawaii, combining tropical escapism with emotional depth.

The Farraday Country Series

Set in cattle-ranching West Texas, this series follows the close-knit Farraday family. The first seven books are named alphabetically after the seven Farraday cousins. To avoid minor character spoilers and fully appreciate the community dynamics, we recommend reading them in publication order:

1. Adam (2016)
2. Brooks (2016)
3. Connor (2016)
4. Declan (2016)
5. Ethan (2017)
6. Finn (2017)
7. Grace (2017)
8. Hannah (2017)
9. Ian (2017)
10. Jamison (2018)
11. Keeping Eileen (2018)
12. Loving Chloe (2019)
13. Morgan (2020)
14. Neil (2022)
15. Owen (2023)

The Aloha Universe and Surf's Up Companions

Keniston's Aloha books focus on former military heroes and the strong women who win their hearts in Hawaii. To get the full experience of the Big Island, you should also read the Surf's Up series, which serves as a companion set of shorter "flirt" novellas taking place around the Surf's Up Saloon in Kona.

The Main Aloha Series

• Aloha Texas (2013)
• Almost Paradise (2014)
• Mai Tai Marriage (2014)
• Shell Game (2014)
• Dive Into You (2014)
• Shall We Dance (2014)
• The Look of Love (2015)
• Love On Tap (2015)
• Love by Design (2015)
• Love Walks in (2016)
• It Had to be You (2016)
• Waikiki Wedding (2016)
• Flirting with Paradise (2018)

Surf's Up Companion Books

These stories are best read alongside the middle of the Aloha series, particularly after reading Shell Game and Dive Into You, as they expand on the local hangout spot:

• Head Over Heels (2015)
• Perfect Match (2015)
• Just One Kiss (2015)

The Hart Land Lakeside Inn & Cupid Cafe

Set in the cozy lakeside town of Lawford, the Hart Land series centers on Retired General Harold Hart, his wife Fiona, and their nine granddaughters, most of whom are named after flowers. The matching Cupid Cafe novellas add quick, lighthearted romances to the same lakeside community.

Hart Land Main Order

1. Lily (2019)
2. Violet (2019)
3. Heather (2019)
4. Iris (2019)
5. Hyacinth (2019)
6. Calytrix (2020)
7. Zinnia (2020)
8. Poppy (2020)
9. Picture Perfect (2021)

Hart Land Cupid Cafe Flirts

• Table for Two (2020)
• Table by the Lake (2023)

Billionaire Barons of Texas

For readers who enjoy wealthy dynasties and high-stakes ranch life, the Billionaire Barons of Texas series centers on the powerful Baron family of Paradise Ridge. These books should be read in order:

1. Just One Date (2023)
2. Just One Spark (2023)
3. Just One Dance (2023)
4. Just One Take (2023)
5. Just One Taste (2023)
6. Just One Shot (2023)
7. Just One Chance (2023)
8. Just One Mistake (2024)
9. Just One Family (2024)
10. Just One Rodeo (2024)
11. Just One Surprise (2024)
12. Just One Look (2024)

The Honeymoon Series

This series features independent stories of characters finding romance in unexpected places, usually starting with an disrupted or accidental honeymoon setup:

1. Honeymoon for One (2013)
2. Honeymoon for Three (2016)
3. Honeymoon for Four (2021)
4. Honeymoon for Five (2022)
5. Honeymoon for Six (2023)

Main Street Romance & Standalone Novels

If you want shorter, self-contained commitments, these options are perfect:

Main Street Romance

• Doggone Romance (2018)
• Recipe for Romance (2019)
• Once Upon a Romance (2020)

Standalone Novels

• Hope's Corner (2013)
• Homecoming (2013)
• The Champagne Sisterhood (2013 - Family Secrets Series)

What to Know Before You Start: Shared Connections

While each of Keniston's books is crafted to work as a standalone romance with its own satisfying conclusion, they all exist in a loosely interconnected "Keniston-verse." Small cameos and character details bridge different series. For instance, the character Luke "Brooklyn" Chapman from the Aloha series book Shell Game is explicitly mentioned in the Billionaire Barons book Just One Take. Reading her series in publication order allows you to catch these easter eggs and watch the overlapping world grow.