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Lords of the Underworld

by Gena Showalter

21 books Started 2008 Latest 2021
Publication Reading Order

The Lords of the Underworld is a Fantasy / Mystery series by Gena Showalter, made up of 21 books published between 2008 and 2021. It begins with The Darkest Fire (Short Story) (2008), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Darkest Destiny (Short Story) (2021), spanning 13 years of storytelling.

21books
13years active
3decades
~0.7yrs between books
2021latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 The Darkest Fire (Short Story) 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 The Darkest Night 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Darkest Kiss 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Darkest Pleasure 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Darkest Prison 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Darkest Whisper 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
7 The Darkest Angel (Short Story) 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Darkest Passion 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Darkest Lie 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Darkest Secret 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Darkest Surrender 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 The Darkest Seduction 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Darkest Craving 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Darkest Touch 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Darkest Torment 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 The Darkest Promise 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 The Darkest Warrior 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 The Darkest Captive 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 The Darkest Assassin 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
20 The Darkest King 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 The Darkest Destiny (Short Story)Latest 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Lords of the Underworld series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Lords of the Underworld series?

Start with The Darkest Fire (Short Story) (2008), the first book in the Lords of the Underworld series by Gena Showalter. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Lords of the Underworld series?

There are 21 books in the Lords of the Underworld series by Gena Showalter, published between 2008 and 2021.

What is the first book in the Lords of the Underworld series?

The first book in the Lords of the Underworld series is The Darkest Fire (Short Story), published in 2008 by Gena Showalter.

What is the latest book in the Lords of the Underworld series?

The most recent book in the Lords of the Underworld series is The Darkest Destiny (Short Story) (2021) by Gena Showalter.

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About Gena Showalter

Gena Showalter is an American author known for her paranormal and fantasy romance novels. Born in Guthrie, Oklahoma, in 1975, Showalter began writing at a young age. She entered and won her first romance writing contest at the age of seventeen. In 2006, she published her debut novel, "Heart of the Dragon," the first in her "Lords of the Underworld" series. The series became a critical and commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide. She has since written numerous other series, including "Angels of the Dark," "Intertwined," and "The Forest of Good and Evil." Showalter has received numerous awards and accolades for her work, including the RITA Award from the Romance Writers of America and the National Reader's Choice Award from Romantic Times Book Reviews. Her novels have been translated into multiple languages and have topped bestseller lists.

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