How to read Colleen Hoover's books in order
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If you're just as obsessed with BookTok as we are, then you’ve probably heard of Colleen Hoover. The bestselling author is the the name behind stories like Verity and It Ends With Us – which is currently being adapted into a film starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.
But, did you know that Colleen has written 24 books? That means there's loads of stories for you to get through, including her best-selling book series' and standalone stories.
So, for the next time you want to go full on book worm, here is a guide to every Colleen Hoover book and how to read them in order.
Colleen Hoover's standalone books in order
If you want to read a singular story, then take a pick of Colleen Hoover's standalone books which includes bestsellers Too Late and Verity. But, as with all of her novels, be sure to have the tissues ready!
1. Ugly Love (2014)
Here, we follow a nurse named Tate Collins and an airline pilot, Miles Archer, who have nothing in common apart from an undeniable attraction. So, they begin a no strings attached relationship. Unsurprisingly, rules soon start to be broken.
2. Confess (2015)
Auburn Reed is trying to rebuild her life when she walks into an art studio looking for a new career. Here, she meets Owen, an enigmatic artist who she can't help but fall for, but soon discovers that a huge secret that could ruin everything.
3. November 9 (2015)
9th November marks the day that Fallon's life turned upside down, but now, she is determined to give the day a new meaning. Then, Fallon meets Ben, an aspiring writer, the day before she is set to move across the country. Can Fallon and Ben make it work?
4. Never Never (2015)
Charlie Wynwood and Silas Nash have been best friends since they were children, and have been in love since they were teenagers. But when they mysteriously wake up with no memory of each other, they have to work together to find out what happened and see if they can fall in love again.
5. Too Late (2016)
This dark thriller follows Sloan, who finds herself entangled with a notorious drug trafficker, Asa Jackson. As Sloan becomes reliant on Asa, his obsession with her grows and we witness him doing anything he can to stay ahead of Sloan and control her by all means necessary.
6. Without Merit (2017)
Here, we meet the dysfunctional Voss family: a mother who survived cancer, a father who's now married to his ex-wife's nurse, an odd half-brother, some perfect siblings and then, there's Merit.
When Merit meets Sagan, he brings the spark back to her life, but she faces losing him when she reveals a huge family secret.
7. Verity (2018)
One of Colleen Hoover's most-loved novels is Verity. In it, we meet struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh who is presented with the opportunity to save her career by moving in with and writing for injured bestselling author, Verity Crawford.
She soon finds an unfinished autobiography that reveals a dark family secret that could devastate Verity's husband, and a man Lowen is finding herself undeniably drawn to.
8. Regretting You (2019)
Morgan Grant and her 16-year-old daughter Clara are far from close. But they're forced together when they lose the one person that can keep the peace between them: beloved father and husband, Chris. Can they rebuild their relationship or will they drift apart for good?
9. Heart Bones (2020)
After a childhood of poverty and neglect, Beyah receives a university scholarship. Before she goes, an unexpected death leaves her homeless and forced to go live with her estranged father. There, she meets a wealthy and mysterious boy named Samson and with their futures around the corner, they begin what they think will be a summer fling.
10. Layla (2020)
Leeds and Layla were ready to start their lives together when an unexpected attack leaves Layla fighting for her life. She recovers, but the emotional and mental wounds barely heal, and when her behaviour takes a strange turn, Leeds is comforted by a woman named Willow.
11. Reminders of Him (2022)
After serving five years in prison for a terrible mistake, young mother Kenna Rowan returns to try and reunite with her four-year-old daughter. As she tries to reconcile with those from her past, she forms a relationship with Ledger, the only person in town who hasn't turned his back on her.
Colleen Hoover's book series in order
Now onto Colleen Hoover's series of books, from Slammed to It Ends With Us and everything in between. Happy reading!
Slammed Trilogy
1. Slammed (2012)
After her father suddenly dies, Layken's life gets increasingly difficult, until she meets her new neighbour, Will, a handsome poet. A dark secret threatens to break apart their blossoming romance.
2. Point of Retreat (2012)
In the second book in the trilogy, Layken and Will are making things work when a shocking revelation from his past comes to light. Now, they must decide whether they are willing to fight for a future together or end things for good.
3. This Girl (2013)
Now, we hear that story from Will's perspective. Him and Layken have made it through the toughest of circumstances and are very much young and in love, but the ghosts from Will's past still threaten their relationship. How do things end for Will and Layken?
Hopeless Saga
1. Hopeless (2012)
Meet Sky and Dean, two young lovers who are plagued by their dark pasts and painful secrets. With their relationship only getting stronger, can they heal their wounds and find love in each other?
2. Losing Hope (2013)
In the second book in the Hopeless saga, we see Dean unravel his past and come to terms with a life-changing moment. But, when he tries to figure things out, it only leaves him with more unanswered questions.
3. Finding Cinderella (2013)
A chance encounter results in a real life fairytale for Daniel, who meets a mysterious girl only for her to disappear after one hour of deep, emotional connection between them. Will he find Cinderella?
4. All Your Perfects (2018)
Here, we meet Quinn and Graham. The married couple are deeply in love, but their future is threatened by mistakes made in the past, so, will their love last? You can read this one as a standalone, BTW!
5. Finding Perfect (2019)
Finding Perfect brings together the characters and stories from Hopeless, Losing Hope, Finding Cinderella, and All Your Perfects. Through the eyes of Daniel from Finding Cinderella, who must do everything he can to find answers for the one he loves.
Maybe Series
1. Maybe Someday (2014)
Sydney, a university student, lives a pretty perfect life until she finds out that her boyfriend is cheating on her. Soon, she finds herself falling for her attractive but mysterious neighbour, Ridge.
2. Maybe Not (2014)
Warren is excited to have a new roommate, until he learns that it's cold and standoffish Bridgette. But, can he soften her hard heart?
3. Maybe Now (2018)
We're back with Ridge and Sydney, who are finally be able to be together but Warren and Bridgette’s relationship is as tumultuous as ever, as Maggie grapples with her illness.
It Ends With Us Series
1. It Ends With Us (2016)
Meet Lily Bloom, a self-made businesswoman with a troubled past who falls in love with Ryle Kincaid. But, when she starts to see Ryle’s true colours, her first love, Atlas Corrigan, comes back into her life.
2. It Starts With Us (2022)
Before It Ends with Us, it started with Atlas. The sequel follows Lily as she tries to open up herself up to another chance at finding something lasting with her first love, but can't quite forget her last.
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