Ella Goode Books in Order

Where to Start with Ella Goode

If you are new to Ella Goode’s brand of contemporary romance, you should know what you are getting into before you open the first page. Goode is a prolific author who specializes in ultra-short, fast-paced novellas (typically between 20,000 and 30,000 words) characterized by instant love ("insta-love"), over-the-top alpha heroes who fall hard and fast, sweet heroines, and minimal angst. Because her stories are quick and satisfying, they are perfect for single-sitting reads.

For the absolute best starting point, we recommend beginning with the Castile Family series, starting with Captured (2019). This series serves as an excellent introduction to her signature style: high-heat, possessive heroes, and quick, satisfying happy-ever-afters. Alternatively, if you want to sample her standalone work first, the fan-favorite novella Secret Baby (2019) is a perfect entry point that showcases her ability to turn a classic trope into a highly emotional, sweet, and spicy story.

The Castile Family Series

The Castile Family series is one of Ella Goode’s most popular collections. It follows the wealthy and powerful Castile siblings as they get swept up in whirlwind romances that challenge their control. While each book focuses on a different couple and can technically be read as a standalone, reading them in publication order allows you to see the family dynamics and recurring characters develop naturally.

The recommended reading order for the Castile Family is:

1. Captured (2019) – Maddox Castile and Luna
2. Kept (2019) – Cullen Castile
3. Stolen (2019) – Aaron Castile
4. She's the One (2019) – Star and Maisie
5. My Only One (2019) – Mack and Dally

The Death Lords MC Series

For readers who prefer their romance with a side of grit and leather, the Death Lords MC series is Ella Goode's take on the classic motorcycle club romance genre. Set in the fictional town of Fortune, these novellas feature outlaw bikers who are fiercely protective of the women they love. The series is particularly notable for its initial character arc following Grant "Wrecker" Harrison and Chelsea Weaver, which spans across multiple volumes.

The publication and chronological order for the Death Lords MC is:

1. His Wild Desire (2014) – Grant "Wrecker" Harrison and Chelsea Weaver
2. Her Secret Pleasure (2014) – Judge (the MC President) and Pippa Lang
3. Captive Ride (2015) – Flint (the Vice President) and Amelia Voll
4. His Bold Heart (2015)
5. Their Private Need (2015)

Reading Note: Because of varying database listings and box set compilations, the order of these novellas is occasionally listed differently on retail sites. However, starting with His Wild Desire is essential to understand the foundation of the club and the recurring side characters.

Franklin Universal High (FU High)

Transitioning from gritty motorcycle clubs to academic settings, the FU High series focuses on Franklin Universal High. These books blend sports romance with high school drama, featuring intense, fated-feeling connections between athletes, scholarship students, and wealthy heirs. They are fast, light, and packed with tropes like grumpy-meets-sunshine and academic tutoring.

The reading order for the FU High series is:

1. Ace of Hearts (2019) – Owen "Fast" McCoy and Alice "Ace" Alister
2. Deuces Wild (2019) – Carter and Mallory
3. Two of a Kind (2019) – Brad (a hacker-fighter) and a privileged girl
4. He’s All In (2020) – A friends-to-lovers romance

The Justice Ranch Series

If you love rugged cowboy romances, the Justice Books series centers on the wealthy, hard-working men of the Justice family ranch. Known for their property, family loyalty, and a rumored "marriage curse," the Justice men fall helplessly in love with headstrong women. This series mixes small-town charm with high-heat romance.

The correct reading order is:

1. Socialite and the Cowboy (2021)
2. Heiress and the Cowboy (2021)
3. Princess and the Cowboy (2021)
4. Insta Holiday (2021)
5. Billionaire and the Cowgirl (2022)
6. Secretary and the Cowboy (2022)

The Castle Series

The Castle series features isolated, grumpy heroes who have built literal or metaphorical "castles" to shield themselves from the world—until the right woman comes along to tear those walls down. They are sweet, slightly possessive, and highly satisfying.

The order for this series is:

1. King's Castle (2020)
2. Alpha's Castle (2020)
3. Beast's Castle (2020)

Caveat: The novella Ward's Castle (2022) is frequently listed among Ella Goode's standalone short stories or novellas in catalog databases. However, it is officially the fourth entry in the Castle series and should be read after Beast's Castle for full continuity.

Navigating Collaborative and Multi-Author Universes

One of the most confusing aspects of Ella Goode's bibliography is her frequent collaboration with other popular romance authors, such as Ruby Dixon, Kati Wilde, and Alexa Riley. Many online databases list full collaborative series under Ella Goode's name, even though she only wrote one or two books in the collection. Here is how to navigate these shared universes:

• The Beauty Books (Beauty Quartet): This series is a fairy tale-inspired shifter collaboration. While databases may list books 1 to 3 under Ella Goode, she only wrote book 2, Beauty in Summer (2017). Book 1 (Beauty in Spring) was written by Kati Wilde, and Book 3 (Beauty in Autumn) was written by Ruby Dixon.
• Mail-Order Brides: This sci-fi and paranormal series is another joint effort. Ella Goode is the author of Book 2, The Wolf's Mail-Order Bride (2017). Book 1 (The Alien's Mail-Order Bride) was written by Ruby Dixon.
• Royal Wedding Series: Ella Goode contributed Book 4, The King's Reluctant Bride (2018), to this royal romance collection. Book 1 (The King's Spinster Bride) was penned by Ruby Dixon, and Book 2 (The King's Horrible Bride) was written by Kati Wilde.
• Cherry Falls Romance: This is a massive, multi-author project featuring dozens of standalone novellas set in a shared fictional town. While list databases often credit a long list of 45 titles to Ella Goode, her primary contribution is the standalone novella 126 Secret Ln. (2021). You can jump into any of these books out of order without losing continuity.

What to Know Before You Start

Because Ella Goode writes short-format fiction, her books are highly accessible but carry distinct stylistic choices. Expect "insta-love" to be the driving force in almost every plot; characters will decide they are meant to be together within chapters, not books. Her male leads are unapologetically possessive, often displaying "caveman" behaviors, but they are also deeply devoted to their partners. The conflict is usually external rather than relational, meaning you won't have to endure drawn-out misunderstandings or love triangles. Most of her books are widely available via Kindle Unlimited, making them very easy to collect and read on the go.