Christina Lauren Books in Order: The Complete Guide to Rom-Com Perfection

Hey fellow romance lovers, Emon here! If you have ever stayed up past 2:00 AM grinning at your phone because two fictional characters finally stopped denying their chemistry, you have almost certainly read a Christina Lauren book. Whether you are looking for fake-dating chaos, workplace enemies-to-lovers, or cozy holiday warm-fuzzies, this writing duo consistently delivers some of the best banter in contemporary fiction.

Here is your ultimate, hassle-free reading guide to every single Christina Lauren book, neatly organized by series and release order.

Christina Lauren Books in Order

The Beautiful Series

This is the iconic, ultra-steamy workplace romance series that put the writing duo on the map. While each full-length novel features a different main couple, characters frequently cameo in subsequent books and novellas.

1. Beautiful Bastard (2013)
   An ambitious intern and her demanding executive boss try to navigate an intense love-hate office relationship that quickly boils over.
2. Beautiful Stranger (2013)
   A heartbroken British woman and a charming playboy engage in a wild, no-strings-attached romance across New York City.
3. Beautiful Bitch (2013) (Novella)
   Bennett and Chloe head to France for a long-overdue vacation, only to find work stress getting in the way of their romance.
4. Beautiful Bombshell (2013) (Novella)
   The core crew heads to Las Vegas for a wild weekend of bachelor party shenanigans and romantic reunions.
5. Beautiful Player (2013)
   A free-spirited woman moves to NYC and asks her brother’s charming best friend to teach her how to navigate the modern dating scene.
6. Beautiful Beginning (2013) (Novella)
   Bennett and Chloe prepare for their wedding day while trying to survive the chaos created by their friends and family.
7. Beautiful Beloved (2015) (Novella)
   Max and Sara navigate the big adjustment of balancing new parenthood with their fiery attraction.
8. Beautiful Secret (2015)
   A quiet engineering executive falls for a charismatic British boss on a high-stakes business trip to London.
9. Beautiful Boss (2016) (Novella)
   Will and Hanna try to adjust to living together while balancing demanding careers and hectic schedules.
10. Beautiful (2016)
    A free-spirited wild child and an uptight British executive take an unexpected road trip that wraps up the entire Beautiful series.

Wild Seasons Series

A fun, addicting series following a group of college friends who make impulsive decisions in Las Vegas, leading to unexpected marriages and lasting love stories.

1. Sweet Filthy Boy (2014)
   On a wild post-graduation trip to Vegas, Mia impulsively marries a suave French architect and decides to follow him to Paris.
2. Dirty Rowdy Thing (2014)
   Harlow and Canada find themselves bound by an accidental Vegas marriage and an uncontrollable physical attraction.
3. Dark Wild Night (2015)
   Lola and Oliver go from comic book collaborators and best friends to accidental spouses after a crazy night out.
4. Wicked Sexy Liar (2016)
   A reformed surfer boy meets his match in a sharp-witted woman who isn’t swayed by his usual charm.

Standalone Romance Novels

If you want standalone rom-coms filled with witty banter, fake dating, and deep emotional payoffs, these can be read in any order you choose.

1. Sublime (2014)
   A dark, mysterious young adult romance about a boy who falls in love with a enigmatic girl near a secluded lake.
2. The House (2015)
   A moody YA tale exploring secrets, suburban mysteries, and a creepy home with a life of its own.
3. Dating You / Hating You (2017)
   Two talent agents find their sparks turned to flames when their agencies merge and they are forced to compete for the exact same job.
4. Autoboyography (2017)
   A moving LGBTQ+ young adult novel about a high school senior who falls for his writing class mentor in a conservative town.
5. Roomies (2017)
   A marriage-of-convenience romance between a Broadway enthusiast and an Irish street musician facing deportation.
6. Love and Other Words (2018)
   A deeply emotional second-chance romance switching between childhood memories and adult realizations.
7. Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating (2018)
   Two chaotic best friends set each other up on disastrous double dates before realizing they might be perfect for each other.
8. My Favorite Half-Night Stand (2018)
   A group of professor friends join dating apps together, leading one woman to start messaging her best friend anonymously.
9. The Unhoneymooners (2019)
   Enemy-in-laws take advantage of a free luxury trip to Hawaii after the rest of the wedding party gets food poisoning.
10. Twice in a Blue Moon (2019)
    A woman runs into her first love—the man who betrayed her years ago—on a remote movie set.
11. The Honey-Don’t List (2020)
    Two assistants on a book tour are tasked with keeping a famous HGTV couple’s crumbling marriage secret from the press.
12. In a Holidaze (2020)
    A time-loop holiday romance where a young woman gets to relive her family’s cabin getaway until she gets her love life right.
13. The Soulmate Equation (2021)
    A single mother and statistician tests a genetic matchmaking service and gets matched with the arrogant founder.
14. Something Wilder (2022)
    An adventurous treasure hunt in Utah reunites former sweethearts amidst wild landscapes and dangerous motives.
15. The True Love Experiment (2023)
    A romance author agrees to star in a reality dating show produced by a documentary maker she can’t stop thinking about.
16. The Honeymoon Crashers (2023) (Audio Novella)
    A companion short story to The Unhoneymooners focusing on Ami and Ethan’s brother, Dane.
17. The Exception to the Rule (2024)
    A sweet short story about two strangers who start an accidental pen-pal tradition after a misdirected email.
18. Tangled Up in You (2024)
    A modern, romantic retelling inspired by Rapunzel set in a small-town atmosphere.
19. The Paradise Problem (2024)
    An artist agrees to fake-marry her former college roommate—who happens to be heir to a massive grocery fortune—for a tropical family wedding.
20. The Romance Revival (2026)
    A sparkling standalone celebrating love, fresh starts, and classic rom-com tropes.

Short Reading Guide: Where Should You Start?

With so many books in their catalog, choosing your first read can feel overwhelming. Here is how to pick based on what you are craving:

• For pure rom-com banter: Start with The Unhoneymooners or Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating.
• For deep emotional angst and second chances: Go straight to Love and Other Words.
• For smart, science-backed romance: Pick up The Soulmate Equation followed by The True Love Experiment.
• For maximum heat and drama: Start at the beginning with Beautiful Bastard.

About the Author

“Christina Lauren” isn’t a single writer—it is the combined pen name of best-selling writing duo Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings.

The two met in 2009 while writing fanfiction online and quickly realized their collaborative energy was unmatched. Since launching their breakout debut Beautiful Bastard in 2013, they have written over two dozen novels spanning steamy workplace romances, sweet young adult stories, and blockbuster romantic comedies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christina Lauren one person or two authors?

Christina Lauren is the combined pen name of two best friends and co-authors: Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings. They outline, write, and edit every book together.

Do I need to read the standalone books in order?

No. All of their standalone novels feature completely separate characters and storylines, so you can pick them up in whatever order catches your interest.

What is Christina Lauren’s most famous book?

While Beautiful Bastard launched their careers, The Unhoneymooners and Love and Other Words are widely considered their most popular and viral fan-favorite titles.

Are Christina Lauren books steamy?

It varies by book. Their earlier series (Beautiful and Wild Seasons) are high-steam, explicit romance novels. Their newer standalone rom-coms focus more on emotional chemistry, banter, and medium-level heat.

Final Verdict

Whether you start with their fiery early workplace romances or their witty contemporary standalones, Christina Lauren remains one of the most reliable names in modern romance. Pick a trope you love, grab a cold drink, and enjoy the banter!

Written by

Emon Anam

Hi, I’m Emon. I’m the voice and heart behind Whimsy Read. After nine years in the world of banking, I followed my passion for storytelling into the world of SEO and content strategy. Now, I blend that analytical eye with a deep love for literature to bring you book reviews that are thoughtful, honest, and always focused on the stories that stay with you. When I’m not reading or writing, you’ll find me enjoying joyful chaos with my wife and three kids, getting lost in a new series, or revisiting my old loves: theater, music, and gaming. At the end of the day, I believe great books are meant to be shared, and I’m so glad you’re here to share them with me.