Rebecca Zanetti Books in Order: Complete Series Guide
Rebecca Zanetti writes across paranormal romance, romantic suspense, thrillers, contemporary romance, and dark fantasy romance. Her books often combine romance with suspense, action, family secrets, supernatural worlds, or dangerous investigations, so readers coming to her bibliography from different genres may encounter very different series.
There is no single reading order for all of Zanetti’s novels. Her official reading guide organizes the books by series and notes that the series can be read independently, although several spin-offs are deliberately connected to the larger Dark Protectors universe. For a first-time reader, choosing the series that best matches your preferred genre is usually more useful than starting with her earliest publication.
Dark Protectors Series
The Dark Protectors is Rebecca Zanetti’s flagship paranormal romance universe. It features vampires, demons, witches, shifters, Fae, and other supernatural species, with each book generally focusing on a different couple while continuing the larger world.
Because several spin-off series are incorporated into the author’s official reading order, this is the series where following the recommended sequence matters most.
1. Fated (2011)
The book that launched the Dark Protectors universe introduces the supernatural world and its powerful vampire warriors.
2. Claimed (2011)
The second Dark Protectors novel continues the world established in Fated with another paranormal romance.
2.5 Tempted (2012)
A Dark Protectors novella that fits between Claimed and Hunted.
3. Hunted (2012)
Another vampire romance expands the supernatural conflict and the series mythology.
4. Consumed (2012)
The fourth main novel continues the interconnected family and supernatural storyline.
5. Provoked (2012)
Another Dark Protectors romance introduces new characters while continuing the broader supernatural world.
5.5 Twisted (2013)
A short Dark Protectors story that fits between Provoked and Shadowed.
6. Shadowed (2015)
The sixth main novel continues the vampire-centered romantic suspense storyline.
6.5 Tamed (2014)
A novella associated with the Dark Protectors world.
7. Marked (2014)
The seventh main Dark Protectors novel.
7.5 Talen (2017)
A novella connected to the Dark Protectors and Witch Enforcers portion of the universe.
Witch Enforcers / Realm Enforcers
These five novels are officially treated as part of the larger Dark Protectors world.
8. Wicked Ride (2015)
The first Witch Enforcers/Realm Enforcers novel introduces a motorcycle-riding branch of the supernatural world.
9. Wicked Edge (2015)
The second Witch Enforcers romance continues the connected storyline.
10. Wicked Burn (2016)
The third novel expands the Witch Enforcers storyline and includes the connected Talen material.
11. Wicked Kiss (2017)
The fourth Witch Enforcers novel.
12. Wicked Bite (2017)
The fifth Witch Enforcers novel.
Reese Brothers
The Reese Brothers books are another Dark Protectors-connected mini-series.
13. Teased (2015)
The first Reese Brothers story.
14. Tricked (2016)
The second Reese Brothers novel.
15. Tangled (2017)
The third Reese Brothers story.
16. Vampire’s Faith (2018)
This begins a newer arc within the Dark Protectors universe and is one of the author’s suggested entry points for readers who want to start with a later part of the series.
17. Demon’s Mercy (2019)
The ninth numbered Dark Protectors novel.
Rebels
The Rebels books are another connected Dark Protectors spin-off.
18. Vengeance (2019)
The first Rebels novel.
19. Alpha’s Promise (2019)
The tenth numbered Dark Protectors novel.
20. Hero’s Haven (2020)
The eleventh main Dark Protectors novel.
21. Vixen (2020)
The second Rebels novel.
22. Guardian’s Grace (2020)
The twelfth numbered Dark Protectors novel.
23. Vampire (2021)
The third Rebels novel.
24. Rebel’s Karma (2021)
The thirteenth numbered Dark Protectors novel.
25. Immortal’s Honor (2021)
The fourteenth main Dark Protectors novel.
26. A Vampire’s Kiss (2023)
The fourth Rebels story.
27. Garrett’s Destiny (2022)
The fifteenth numbered Dark Protectors novel.
28. Warrior’s Hope (2023)
The sixteenth main Dark Protectors novel.
29. A Vampire’s Mate (2024)
The fifth Rebels story.
30. Prince of Darkness (2025)
The seventeenth numbered Dark Protectors novel and another new entry point into the long-running series.
31. Bound by Fire (2026)
The eighteenth numbered Dark Protectors novel. It is scheduled for November 24, 2026, so it is upcoming as of September 2026.
Upcoming: Hunter’s Claim (2027)
Hunter’s Claim is listed by Zanetti’s official bibliography as Dark Protectors Book 19, with a planned publication date of May 25, 2027.
The official bibliography currently lists Bound by Fire as Book 18 and Hunter’s Claim as Book 19.
Deep Ops Series
The Deep Ops books are romantic suspense novels about a group of unconventional operatives working together as a Homeland Defense task force.
1. Hidden (2018)
The first Deep Ops novel introduces the team and establishes the romantic-suspense formula of the series.
1.5 Taken (2019)
A Deep Ops novella that fits between Hidden and Fallen.
2. Fallen (2019)
The second full-length Deep Ops novel.
2.5 Pivot (2020)
A novella originally published in the Pivot anthology.
3. Broken (2020)
The third main novel.
4. Driven (2021)
The fourth Deep Ops book.
5. Unforgiven (2022)
The fifth novel continues the team’s investigations and romances.
6. Frostbitten (2024)
The sixth Deep Ops novel and the latest published installment in the series.
Deep Ops order: Hidden → Taken → Fallen → Pivot → Broken → Driven → Unforgiven → Frostbitten
The Laurel Snow Thrillers
The Laurel Snow Thrillers are FBI-style crime thrillers centered on Laurel Snow, a highly intelligent profiler working in Washington State.
1. You Can Run (2022)
Laurel Snow is introduced as a brilliant profiler whose investigative abilities place her in the middle of a dangerous case.
2. You Can Hide (2022)
Laurel returns for another investigation involving hidden motives and dangerous secrets.
3. You Can Die (2023)
The third Laurel Snow thriller continues her investigative work.
4. You Can Kill (2024)
Laurel tackles another case while her relationships with the people around her continue to develop.
5. You Can Scream (2025)
The fifth Laurel Snow thriller is the latest published installment.
Reading order: You Can Run → You Can Hide → You Can Die → You Can Kill → You Can Scream
The Scorpius Syndrome Series
The Scorpius Syndrome is a post-apocalyptic romantic-suspense series set after a devastating pandemic changes society.
1. Mercury Striking (2016)
The first full-length Scorpius Syndrome novel introduces the dangerous post-apocalyptic world.
2. Shadow Falling (2016)
The second novel continues the survivors’ struggle in a world transformed by the Scorpius virus.
3. Justice Ascending (2017)
The third novel expands the conflict and the series’ interconnected romances.
4. Storm Gathering (2017)
The fourth installment.
5. Winter Igniting (2018)
The fifth novel continues the larger fight for survival.
6. Knight Awakening (2020)
The sixth and final numbered Scorpius Syndrome novel currently listed by the author.
Reading order: Mercury Striking → Shadow Falling → Justice Ascending → Storm Gathering → Winter Igniting → Knight Awakening
Scorpius Syndrome Companion Stories
Zanetti also has several connected shorter works:
- On the Hunt
- Scorpius Rising
- Blaze Erupting
The author specifically notes that the Brigade novellas can technically be placed according to their internal timeline, but she intended readers to begin the main series with Mercury Striking.
Sin Brothers / Blood Brothers
The Sin Brothers and Blood Brothers books form one connected romantic-suspense sequence about genetically engineered brothers and the dangerous secrets surrounding them.
1. Forgotten Sins (2014)
The first Sin Brothers novel introduces the genetically engineered brothers and their fight for freedom.
2. Sweet Revenge (2014)
The second brother’s story continues the larger conspiracy and romantic storyline.
3. Blind Faith (2015)
The third novel follows another brother while expanding the secrets behind the experiments.
4. Total Surrender (2015)
The fourth Sin Brothers novel completes the original four-book sequence.
5. Deadly Silence (2017)
The series continues into the Blood Brothers storyline.
6. Lethal Lies (2017)
Another Blood Brothers romance continues the connected story.
7. Twisted Truths (2017)
The final book in the combined Sin Brothers/Blood Brothers sequence currently listed by Zanetti.
Reading order: Forgotten Sins → Sweet Revenge → Blind Faith → Total Surrender → Deadly Silence → Lethal Lies → Twisted Truths
The Anna Albertini Files
The Anna Albertini Files combine small-town legal drama, romantic suspense, and humor.
1. Disorderly Conduct (2020)
Anna Albertini’s story begins with legal trouble, romance, and the complications of small-town life.
2. Bailed Out (2020)
The second Anna Albertini story continues the series.
3. Adverse Possession (2021)
Another legal case brings Anna into a new romantic-suspense situation.
3.5 Holiday Rescue (2021)
A holiday novella set within the series.
4. Santa’s Subpoena (2021)
The fourth main Anna Albertini story.
4.5 Holiday Rogue (2022)
A holiday novella.
5. Tessa’s Trust (2023)
The fifth full-length installment.
5.5 Holiday Rebel (2023)
Another holiday novella.
6. Habeas Corpus (2024)
The sixth main novel.
7. Celtic Justice (2026)
The seventh and latest full-length Anna Albertini novel, published April 21, 2026.
Reading order: Disorderly Conduct → Bailed Out → Adverse Possession → Holiday Rescue → Santa’s Subpoena → Holiday Rogue → Tessa’s Trust → Holiday Rebel → Habeas Corpus → Celtic Justice
Stope Packs
The Stope Packs series is a paranormal romance series centered on wolf shifters in Washington State. The books were initially published through Kindle Vella before being released as regular books.
1. Wolf (2022)
The series begins with the Stope Pack and its first central romance.
2. Alpha (2023)
The second story continues the shifter world.
3. Shifter (2024)
The third novel introduces another romance within the pack.
4. Predator (2025)
The fourth installment.
5. Enforcer (2026)
The fifth and latest published Stope Packs novel.
Reading order: Wolf → Alpha → Shifter → Predator → Enforcer
Knife’s Edge Alaska
The Knife’s Edge Alaska series is a small-town romantic suspense series centered on four brothers who return to their Alaskan hometown.
1. Dead of Winter (2025)
The first novel introduces the family and the isolated Alaskan setting.
2. Thaw of Spring (2025)
The second brother’s story continues the series.
3. Burn of Summer (2026)
The third installment.
4. Shadow of Fall (2026)
Shadow of Fall is scheduled for October 20, 2026, making it an upcoming fourth installment as of September 2026.
Reading order: Dead of Winter → Thaw of Spring → Burn of Summer → Shadow of Fall
Grimm Bargains
The Grimm Bargains series is Zanetti’s dark fantasy romance line and differs from her other books because these novels are written in the present tense.
1. One Cursed Rose (2024)
The first dark fantasy romance in the Grimm Bargains world.
2. One Dark Kiss (2025)
The second installment continues the interconnected fairy-tale-inspired world.
3. One Shattered Crown (2026)
The third novel was published July 28, 2026.
Reading order: One Cursed Rose → One Dark Kiss → One Shattered Crown
Montana Mavericks
The Montana Mavericks series is a contemporary small-town romance series.
1. Against the Wall (2024)
The first Montana Mavericks romance.
2. Under the Covers (2024)
The second story follows another romance within the same community.
3. Rising Assets (2025)
The third novel.
4. Over the Top (2025)
The fourth installment.
5. Holding the Reins (2026)
The fifth and latest published novel.
Reading order: Against the Wall → Under the Covers → Rising Assets → Over the Top → Holding the Reins
Redemption, Wyoming
Redemption, Wyoming is a romantic-suspense series about men who were kidnapped and forced to work as mercenaries before escaping and attempting to build new lives in Wyoming.
Three prequel novellas have been published:
- Lone Wolf (2021)
- Peril (2023)
- He’s My Cowboy (2023)
The first full-length Redemption, Wyoming novel is currently listed by Zanetti as TBD, so there is no confirmed publication date yet.
Rebecca Zanetti Series at a Glance
| Series | Published Main Books | Latest Published Book |
| Dark Protectors | 18 | Prince of Darkness |
| Laurel Snow Thrillers | 5 | You Can Scream |
| Deep Ops | 6 | Frostbitten |
| The Anna Albertini Files | 7 | Celtic Justice |
| Stope Packs | 5 | Enforcer |
| Scorpius Syndrome | 6 | Knight Awakening |
| Sin Brothers / Blood Brothers | 7 | Twisted Truths |
| Montana Mavericks | 5 | Holding the Reins |
| Knife’s Edge Alaska | 3 | Burn of Summer |
| Grimm Bargains | 3 | One Shattered Crown |
| Redemption, Wyoming | 0 full-length | He’s My Cowboy is the latest prequel novella |
The numbers above refer to the current series structure on Zanetti’s official bibliography and exclude box sets, bundles, and duplicate editions. Several series also contain novellas that sit between the numbered books.
Which Rebecca Zanetti Series Should You Read First?
If you want paranormal romance
Start with Fated, the first Dark Protectors novel. This is the series that established Zanetti’s large supernatural romance universe.
If you want romantic suspense
Start with Hidden, the first Deep Ops novel. It combines an unconventional investigative team with romance and action.
If you want crime thrillers
Start with You Can Run, the first Laurel Snow thriller.
If you want post-apocalyptic romance
Start with Mercury Striking, the first Scorpius Syndrome novel.
If you want dark fantasy romance
Start with One Cursed Rose, the first Grimm Bargains novel.
If you want shifter romance
Start with Wolf, the opening Stope Packs novel.
If you want small-town romance
Try Against the Wall for Montana Mavericks or Dead of Winter for the Alaska series.
Do Rebecca Zanetti Books Need to Be Read in Order?
The individual series are best read in order, particularly when there are recurring characters, continuing conflicts, or connected family relationships.
However, you do not need to read all of Rebecca Zanetti’s series in one enormous chronological sequence. Her official book list specifically says that her series can be read independently of one another.
The major exception is the Dark Protectors universe. The Witch Enforcers, Reese Brothers, and Rebels books are connected to the main Dark Protectors series, so readers who want the fullest experience should follow Zanetti’s recommended sequence rather than treating every spin-off as a completely separate series.
How Many Books Has Rebecca Zanetti Written?
Rebecca Zanetti’s official biography says she has written more than 100 books across paranormal romance, romantic suspense, thrillers, and other genres. Her bibliography continues to grow, with Bound by Fire and Shadow of Fall scheduled for late 2026 and Hunter’s Claim currently listed for 2027.
Because Zanetti has published numerous novellas, anthology stories, spin-offs, and connected series, the total number depends on whether a reader counts only full-length novels or every published story and novella.
Rebecca Zanetti’s Genres
Zanetti’s books cover several overlapping genres:
- Paranormal romance
- Romantic suspense
- Psychological and crime thrillers
- Contemporary romance
- Dark fantasy romance
- Post-apocalyptic romance
- Vampire romance
- Shifter romance
- Small-town romance
- Legal romantic suspense
Her official biography describes her work as spanning paranormal romance, romantic suspense, and thrillers, while her individual series add dark romance, contemporary romance, and fantasy elements.
Upcoming Rebecca Zanetti Books
Rebecca Zanetti’s bibliography is still active in 2026.
Shadow of Fall
The fourth Knife’s Edge Alaska book is scheduled for October 20, 2026.
Bound by Fire
The eighteenth Dark Protectors book is scheduled for November 24, 2026.
Hunter’s Claim
The nineteenth Dark Protectors book is currently listed for May 25, 2027.
These should be marked as upcoming, rather than included among the published books, until their respective release dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first Rebecca Zanetti book?
The first book in her best-known series, Dark Protectors, is Fated, published in 2011. However, Zanetti has written books across many independent series, so there is no requirement to start there if another genre appeals to you more.
How many Dark Protectors books are there?
The main Dark Protectors sequence currently reaches Book 18, Bound by Fire, which is scheduled for November 24, 2026. Hunter’s Claim is listed as Book 19 for 2027. The broader universe also includes Witch Enforcers, Reese Brothers, and Rebels stories.
What order should I read the Dark Protectors books?
Start with Fated, then Claimed, Tempted, Hunted, Consumed, Provoked, Twisted, Shadowed, Tamed, Marked, and continue through the connected Witch Enforcers, Reese Brothers, Rebels, and later Dark Protectors books.
Are the Dark Protectors books paranormal romance?
Yes. The series combines paranormal romance with vampires, demons, witches, shifters, Fae, and other supernatural species.
What order should I read the Deep Ops books?
Read Hidden, Taken, Fallen, Pivot, Broken, Driven, Unforgiven, and Frostbitten.
What order should I read the Laurel Snow books?
Read You Can Run, You Can Hide, You Can Die, You Can Kill, and You Can Scream.
What is Rebecca Zanetti’s latest book?
As of September 2026, the latest published title on her official book list is One Shattered Crown, published July 28, 2026. Other recent 2026 releases include Enforcer and Celtic Justice. Her next scheduled releases are Shadow of Fall and Bound by Fire.
Is Rebecca Zanetti still writing books?
Yes. Her official site lists multiple upcoming books, including Shadow of Fall in October 2026, Bound by Fire in November 2026, and Hunter’s Claim in May 2027.
Can I read Rebecca Zanetti’s series separately?
Yes. Zanetti’s official store specifically states that her series can be read independently. The main Dark Protectors universe is more interconnected because several spin-offs are incorporated into its recommended reading order.
Final Thoughts
Rebecca Zanetti’s bibliography is better understood as a collection of connected worlds than as one enormous reading sequence. Dark Protectors is the largest and most interconnected, while Deep Ops, Laurel Snow, Scorpius Syndrome, Sin Brothers/Blood Brothers, The Anna Albertini Files, Stope Packs, Knife’s Edge Alaska, Grimm Bargains, and Montana Mavericks each offer a different combination of romance, suspense, fantasy, or thriller elements.
For a first-time reader, the best starting point depends on the type of story you want. Fated opens Zanetti’s signature paranormal universe, Hidden starts her Deep Ops romantic-suspense series, You Can Run begins the Laurel Snow thrillers, and Mercury Striking opens the Scorpius Syndrome world. Readers who prefer her newer work can also begin with One Cursed Rose, Dead of Winter, or Against the Wall.
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