Christina C. Jones Books in Order

Where to Start Reading Christina C. Jones

With a massive catalog spanning contemporary romance, sports romance, romantic suspense, and paranormal romance, figuring out where to begin with Christina C. Jones can feel a bit overwhelming. The good news is that most of her books are structured around tight-knit family units or friend groups, meaning you can jump in at the start of almost any series without getting lost.

For the absolute best introduction to her signature blend of witty banter, realistic Black love, and low-stress chemistry, we highly recommend starting with The Wright Brothers series. The first book, Getting Schooled (2016), is widely considered a fan favorite and a perfect showcase of her character-driven style. If you prefer a classic, sprawling contemporary romance series, the Serendipitous Love series starting with A Crazy Little Thing Called Love (2014) is another excellent launching pad.

The Blakewood Universe and Crossover Connections

Many of Jones's books are set in the fictional town of Blakewood. While they are written so they can be enjoyed as standalones, they exist in a shared universe. Characters from different series frequently drop by as cameos or are referenced in passing. For instance, the Love Sisters series is set in the same social circles as The Wright Brothers, and the Las Vegas-based Clarke Brothers series shares geographical and familial links back to Blakewood. If you want to experience the fun of recognizing these recurring characters, reading her series in general publication order is the way to go.

Detailed Series Reading Orders

To help you navigate her extensive catalog, here is the complete breakdown of Christina C. Jones's series in their recommended reading orders, based on publication history:

The Wright Brothers

This series follows the romantic journeys of the Wright brothers and is one of the author's most celebrated contemporary series.

1. Getting Schooled (2016)
2. Pulling Doubles (2016)
3. Bending The Rules (2016)
4. Christmas With the Wrights (2018)

Serendipitous Love

An early contemporary romance series that focuses on the finding of love in unexpected places.

1. A Crazy Little Thing Called Love (2014)
2. Didn't Mean To Love You (2014)
3. Fall In Love Again (2015)
4. The Way Love Goes (2015)
5. Love You Forever (2015)
6. Something Like Love (2017)

Love Sisters

A fun and witty trilogy centered on three sisters finding their matches.

1. I Think I Might Love You (2019)
2. I Think I Might Need You (2019)
3. I Think I Might Want You (2019)

Clarke Brothers (81st & Clarke)

Set in Las Vegas, this trilogy centers on the Clarke brothers Addison, Andre, and Aiden. The series is also compiled in the 81st & Clarke collection.

1. Collision Course (2020)
2. Controlled Chaos (2020)
3. Close Contact (2020)
4. 81st & Clarke: The Clarke Brothers Collection (Compilation)

Connecticut Kings

This is Jones's long-running sports romance series following professional football players navigating career, fame, and relationships.

1. Love In the Red Zone (2016)
2. Love on the Highlight Reel (2016)
3. Determining Possession (2017)
4. End Zone Love (2017)
5. Love's Ineligible Receiver (2018)
6. Pass Interference (2018)
7. Love's Encroachment (2021)
8. Offensive Formations (2021)
9. Free Agent (2024)

Equilibrium

An interconnected collection of novels, short stories, and novellas exploring different couples.

1. Love Notes (2018)
2. Grow Something (2019)
3. In Tandem (2019)
4. Frosted. Whipped. Buttered. (2019)
5. Plus One (2019)
6. Bittersweet (2019)
7. Press Rewind (2019)

Blackwood After Dark

For readers looking for something different, this trilogy is a paranormal romance set in the familiar town of Blakewood but focusing on a secret underworld of vampires.

1. Curiosity (2023)
2. Caution (2023)
3. Clarity (2024)

Heights Stories & New Heights

These two closely linked series follow contemporary romances set around a shared community.

• Heights Stories:
1. Me + Somebody's Son: A Heights Story (2020)
2. It's The Chase For Me: A Heights Story (2020)
• New Heights:
1. Forced Perspective (2022)
2. Split Decision (2022)
3. Call and Response (2023)

High Stakes

A contemporary series with high emotional stakes, including a holiday installment.

1. Ante Up (2017)
2. King of Hearts (2018)
3. Deuces Wild (2018)
4. High Stakes Holiday (2021)

Inevitable

1. Inevitable Conclusions (2015)
2. Inevitable Seductions (2016)
3. Inevitable Addiction (2018)

Trouble Series

1. The Trouble With Love: a tale of two sisters (2014)
2. The Trouble With Us (2015)
3. The Right Kind Of Trouble (2015)

If You Can

1. Catch Me If You Can (2015)
2. Release Me If You Can (2015)
3. Save Me If You Can (2015)

Night Shift

1. Equivalent Exchange (2019)
2. Prior Affair (2021)
3. Faded Memories (2022)

The Fiennes Family

1. No, Thank You (2022)
2. Thank You, Next (2022)
3. Thank Me Later (2022)

Vegas Nights

1. Maybe Next Time (2021)
2. Maybe This Time (2021)
3. Maybe One More Time (2021)

Sugar Valley

1. The Culmination of Everything (2018)
2. The Point of It All (2020)

Sweet Heat

1. Hints of Spice (2016)
2. A Dash of Heat (2017)
3. A Touch of Sugar (2017)

Strictly Professional

1. Strictly Professional (2014)
2. Unfinished Business (2019)

Predators MC

1. No Longer Afraid (2022)
2. Raised By Wolves (2022)

Roses & Thorns

1. The Reinvention of the Rose (2020)
2. The Rose That Got Away (2020)
3. The Unbroken Rose (2020)

The Truth

1. The Truth: His Side, Her Side, and The Truth About Falling in Love (2016)
2. The Lies: The Lies We Tell About Life, Love, and Everything in Between (2017)

Friends and Lovers

1. Finding Forever (2014)
2. Chasing Commitment (2014)

Standalone Novels & Novellas

If you want a single, complete story without committing to a multi-book series, Christina C. Jones has written several standout standalone books. Among these, Wonder (2019) is a unique, dark, post-apocalyptic reimagining of Alice in Wonderland. Hostile Takeover: Blackwood Billions (2023) is a popular contemporary romance featuring enemies-to-lovers themes. Her standalone works include:

• Love And Other Things (2013)
• Mine Tonight (Novella, 2015)
• Relationship Goals (2017)
• Anonymous Acts (2017)
• A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement (2018)
• Wonder (2019)
• Behind the Scenes (2020)
• Hostile Takeover: Blackwood Billions (2023)