Elisabeth Naughton Books in Order

Where to Start with Elisabeth Naughton

If you are new to Elisabeth Naughton's books, your best starting point depends entirely on your favorite subgenre. Because she writes across several distinct styles, readers generally choose one of three main entry points rather than attempting a single chronological run of her entire bibliography. Her series are self-contained, meaning you can dive into any of them without missing details from the others.

For fans of paranormal romance and mythology, the best place to start is with the Eternal Guardians series, beginning with Marked. If you prefer contemporary romantic suspense, start with the RITA-winning Deadly Secrets series beginning with Repressed, or the action-packed Aegis Security series. For those who enjoy archaeological adventure in the vein of Indiana Jones or Romancing the Stone, start with the Stolen series, beginning with Stolen Fury.

The Eternal Guardians Series Reading Order

This is Naughton's signature paranormal romance series. It follows a league of immortal Greek warriors who protect the mortal realm from demonic threats while finding their fated mates. While the main books focus on different couples and can technically be read as standalones, there is a strong overarching plot involving Hades, the Olympian gods, and the underworld, so reading them in order is highly recommended.

Note that several novellas are essential to the continuity, focusing on key side characters. Here is the recommended reading order:

• Marked (2010)
• Entwined (2010)
• Tempted (2011)
• Enraptured (2012)
• Enslaved (2012)
• Bound (2013)
• Twisted (2014)
• Ravaged (2015) - Novella (Book 7.5)
• Awakened (2016) - Book 8
• Unchained (2016) - Novella
• Hunted (2017) - Novella
• Ensnared (2019) - Novella
• Wicked (2021) - Book 9

Aegis Security Series: Renaming and Order

The Aegis Security series is a fast-paced romantic suspense series featuring elite security operatives. When tracking down these books, readers are often confused by title changes. Several novellas were originally published under different names in anthologies before being released as standalone titles. To ensure you do not buy the same story twice, keep these alternative titles in mind.

Here is the correct chronological and reading order for the Aegis series:

• Breathless Escape (2018) - Novella One. Originally published as "Acapulco Heat" in the "Bodyguards in Bed" anthology (2011).
• Dangerous Proposal - Novella Two. Originally published as "First Exposure" (2013).
• Extreme Measures (2014) - Book One
• Lethal Consequences (2015) - Book Two
• Fatal Pursuit (2015) - Book Three
• Deadly Encounter - Novella Three. Originally published as "Sinful Surrender" (2014).

Deadly Secrets Series

This romantic thriller series centers on four adopted siblings, each harboring traumatic secrets from their pasts. As they search for the truth about their childhoods, they face deadly threats and find love. The first book, Repressed, won the prestigious RITA Award for Best Romantic Suspense in 2017. You should read these in order to follow the siblings' shared mystery:

1. Repressed (2016)
2. Gone (2017)
3. Protected (2018)
4. Unspeakable (2018)

House of Sin Series

This is Naughton's dark romantic thriller series, which follows a continuous, high-stakes story arc. The books are split into two groups of titles that reflect their original publishing formatting versus their updated editions. Because of the heavy continuity, these books must be read in order:

1. Forbidden (also published as The Secret) (2018)
2. Deceived (also published as The Fall) (2018)
3. Undone (also published as The Betrayal) (2018)
4. The Vow (2020)
5. The Price (2020)
6. The Choice (2020)

The Stolen Series

This was Naughton's debut series, combining treasure hunting, ancient relics, and steamy romance. The books are linked by an antiquities gallery in Miami Beach called Odyssey, but each book functions well as a standalone adventure.

• Stolen Fury (2008)
• Stolen Heat (2009)
• Stolen Seduction (2009)
• Stolen Chances (2013)

Against All Odds Series

A contemporary romantic suspense series focusing on second chances and emotional healing. While the prequel novella was published later, chronologically it serves as the perfect setup for the emotional journey of the series.

• Wait For You (2020) - Prequel Novella (Book 0.5)
• Wait for Me (2011) - Book One
• Hold on to Me (2014) - Book Two
• Melt For Me (2016) - Book Three

Firebrand Series

A short, passionate paranormal romance series involving supernatural elements and intense chemistry. These should be read in order:

1. Bound to Seduction (2012)
2. Slave to Passion (2012)
3. Possessed By Desire (2013)

Rising Storm Collaboration

Naughton participated in the Rising Storm project, a collaborative, serialized romantic drama conceived by Julie Kenner and Dee Davis. Set in the scandal-filled town of Storm, Texas, it features multiple authors writing individual episodes. While you can read the entire multi-author series, Naughton's specific contributions are:

• Crosswinds (Rising Storm, Season 1, Episode 3)
• Blinding Rain (Rising Storm, Season 2, Episode 15)

What to Know Before You Start

Elisabeth Naughton’s books are known for their high heat levels, strong suspense plots, and emotional depth. If you are starting with her paranormal works, expect a heavy dose of Greek mythology combined with modern supernatural action. If you prefer her thrillers, expect twists, secrets, and darker romantic themes. Most of her novellas are companion pieces that enrich the main series but aren't strictly required to understand the plot, with the exception of the Eternal Guardians novellas, which bridge major narrative gaps between the full-length novels.