Dannika Dark Books in Order

How to Navigate the Mageriverse

Dannika Dark has built a massive, interconnected urban fantasy and paranormal romance universe known to fans as the Mageriverse. Filled with mages, vampires, shifters, and unique supernatural beings like Chitahs and Gravewalkers, this world spans several distinct book series. While the author notes that each series can technically stand on its own, they share a single timeline, and characters frequently cross over or cameo. To get the absolute best experience without spoilers, we highly recommend following the chronological publication order (affectionately called the "Rabbit Hole" order by the author and fans).

The Recommended "Rabbit Hole" Chronological Order

Following this order ensures you capture every easter egg, character cameo, and world-building development exactly as Dannika Dark intended. Reading them in this sequence prevents major spoilers from earlier books leaking into your current read.

Part 1: The Mageri Series Foundations

Start your journey here to understand the core magical rules of the universe, particularly the mages and vampires.

• Sterling (2011) – Mageri Series Book 1
• Twist (2012) – Mageri Series Book 2
• Impulse (2012) – Mageri Series Book 3
• Gravity (2013) – Mageri Series Book 4
• Closer (2012) – A Mageri standalone novella that can be read here without spoilers.
• Shine (2013) – Mageri Series Book 5
• Risk (2016) – A Mageri World novel. Crucial Note: Even though it was published later, the author recommends reading it right after Shine, but absolutely not before, as it contains major spoilers for the main Mageri arc.

Part 2: The Seven Series (Shifters of the Mageriverse)

Next, dive into the lives of the Cole shifter pack. These books are best enjoyed after you have a firm grasp of the Mageriverse rules established in the Mageri books.

• Seven Years (2013) – Seven Series Book 1
• Six Months (2014) – Seven Series Book 2
• Five Weeks (2014) – Seven Series Book 3
• Four Days (2014) – Seven Series Book 4
• Three Hours (2015) – Seven Series Book 5
• Two Minutes (2015) – Seven Series Book 6
• Charming (2015) – A Seven World novel focusing on key side characters; can be read as a standalone but fits perfectly here.
• One Second (2016) – Seven Series Book 7
• Winter Moon (2016) – Seven Series Book 7.5 (a holiday novella with a bonus short story).
• The Gift (2016) – Mageri Series Book 6. Crucial Note: Although labeled as a Mageri book, this holiday novella features a massive crossover and twist that is best enjoyed after completing the Seven Series. Do not skip it!
• The Seven Series Companion: An Insider's Guide (2022) – Best read after the main Seven series to avoid character spoilers.

Part 3: The Crossbreed Series

This series moves the focus to Keystone, a group of rogue supernaturals operating in the shadows. It features Raven Black, a half-mage, half-vampire protagonist. Read this only after finishing the Seven Series.

• Keystone (2017) – Crossbreed Book 1
• Ravenheart (2017) – Crossbreed Book 2
• Deathtrap (2017) – Crossbreed Book 3
• Gaslight (2018) – Crossbreed Book 4
• Blackout (2018) – Crossbreed Book 5
• Nevermore (2019) – Crossbreed Book 6
• Moonstruck (2019) – Crossbreed Book 7
• Spellbound (2019) – Crossbreed Book 8
• Heartless (2020) – Crossbreed Book 9
• Afterlife (2021) – Crossbreed Book 10
• Quicksilver (2022) – Crossbreed Book 11
• Evildoer (2022) – Crossbreed Book 12
• Forevermore (2023) – Crossbreed Book 13 (The series finale)

Part 4: The Black Arrowhead Series

Set in the same universe, this series turns the spotlight onto a new generation of shifters with a multicultural cast and emotional depth. It is currently ongoing.

• The Vow (2020) – Black Arrowhead Book 1
• The Alpha (2021) – Black Arrowhead Book 2
• The Chosen (2023) – Black Arrowhead Book 3
• The Thief (2024) – Black Arrowhead Book 4
• The Sinner (2024) – Black Arrowhead Book 5
• The Brave (2025) – Black Arrowhead Book 6

What to Know Before You Start

Dannika Dark’s urban fantasy and paranormal romance books are famous for their slow-burn romances, complex character arcs, and high emotional stakes. A few details will help you prepare for your journey:

• Standalones vs. Continuity: Each individual romance plot in the Seven and Black Arrowhead series concludes within its respective book. However, the overarching plot, pack dynamics, and world-building span the entire series. Reading them out of order will spoil who ends up together and how various conflicts resolve.
• Crossover Pleasures: While you can start with the Crossbreed series, doing so means you will miss the rich context of recurring characters and references to past events in the Mageri and Seven books.
• Cover Art and Creative Control: Dannika Dark is highly committed to authentic, human-made art. She is a graphic designer and creates all of her own book covers, ensuring they match the vision of her stories perfectly.