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ⓘ About Lili Valente
Lili Valente is a published author. She also writes stories under the pen names of Jessie Evans, J. Evans, Bella Jacobs, and Everly Stone. Besides writing, Lili Valente has had her fair share of adventures. She has slept under the stars at night in Greece, been out to dinner at midnight with some French men who could not necessarily be trusted to just keep their mouths to their food, and even made her way through the red light district after dark in Munich and has survived to tell the story. When she is not busy having tons of travels, you are most likely to find the author in a tent writing next to the sea, drinking some coconut water and likely to be thinking some dirty thoughts that are just delightfully erotic. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books series, Lili Valente has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Lili Valente
Betting on You
Betting on You continues the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wild for You
Wild for You continues the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Keeping You
Keeping You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Hot as Puck
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books with Hot as Puck, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Sexy Motherpucker
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books with Sexy Motherpucker, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Puck Aholic
Puck Aholic is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Puck Me Baby
Puck Me Baby continues the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pucked Up Love
Pucked Up Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books series by Lili Valente.
Puck Buddies
Puck Buddies continues the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Puck Sweat Love
Puck Sweat Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books series by Lili Valente.
Pucking the Grump
Pucking the Grump continues the Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bad Boy's Temptation
The Bad Boy's Temptation is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bedding the Bad Boy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Bad Boy's Seduction
The Bad Boy's Seduction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bedding the Bad Boy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Bad Boy's Redemption
The Bad Boy's Redemption continues the Publication Order of Bedding the Bad Boy Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Grumpy Billionaire Who Stole Christmas
The Grumpy Billionaire Who Stole Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Billionaires of Jingle Bell Junction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Naughty Billionaire's Baby Bargain
The Naughty Billionaire's Baby Bargain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Billionaires of Jingle Bell Junction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Bossy Billionaire's Last Valentine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Billionaires of Jingle Bell Junction Books with The Bossy Billionaire's Last Valentine, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Falling for the Fling
Falling for the Fling continues the Publication Order of Bliss River Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Falling for the Ex
Falling for the Ex is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bliss River Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Falling for the Bad Boy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bliss River Books with Falling for the Bad Boy, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Dark Domination
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bought By The Billionaire Books with Dark Domination, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Deep Domination
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bought By The Billionaire Books with Deep Domination, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Desperate Domination
Desperate Domination continues the Publication Order of Bought By The Billionaire Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Divine Domination
Divine Domination continues the Publication Order of Bought By The Billionaire Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Good Girl VS. Bad Boy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Brody Brothers Books with Good Girl VS. Bad Boy, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Auditioning You
Auditioning You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Escape To You Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Daring You
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Escape To You Books with Daring You, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Hot Revenge For Hire / Fake Dating the Boss
Hot Revenge For Hire / Fake Dating the Boss continues the Publication Order of Fake Dating in the City Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hot Knight For Hire / How to Lose a Fake Boyfriend
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fake Dating in the City Books with Hot Knight For Hire / How to Lose a Fake Boyfriend, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Hot Mess For Hire / Fake Dating on Thin Ice
Hot Mess For Hire / Fake Dating on Thin Ice is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fake Dating in the City Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Hot Ghost Hunter For Hire / Fake Dating the Ex
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fake Dating in the City Books with Hot Ghost Hunter For Hire / Fake Dating the Ex, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Rebel Hearts
Rebel Hearts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Fight For You Books series by Lili Valente.
Savage Hearts
Savage Hearts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Fight For You Books series by Lili Valente.
Melt with You
Melt with You continues the Publication Order of Fire and Icing Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hot for You
Hot for You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fire and Icing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Sweet to You
Sweet to You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fire and Icing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Take Me I'm Yours
Take Me I'm Yours continues the Publication Order of Forbidden Billionaires Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Make Me Yours
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Forbidden Billionaires Books with Make Me Yours, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Pretending I'm Yours
Pretending I'm Yours is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Forbidden Billionaires Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Baby I'm Yours
Baby I'm Yours is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Forbidden Billionaires Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The V Card
The V Card is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Good in Bed Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Good With His Hands
Good With His Hands is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Good in Bed Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Good To Be Bad
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Good in Bed Books with Good To Be Bad, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Hosed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Cat Books with Hosed, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Hammered
Hammered is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Happy Cat Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Hitched
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Cat Books with Hitched, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Humbugged
Humbugged continues the Publication Order of Happy Cat Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Happily Ever Aftered
Happily Ever Aftered is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Happy Cat Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
All Fired Up
All Fired Up continues the Publication Order of Hometown Heat Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Catching Fire
Catching Fire continues the Publication Order of Hometown Heat Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Playing with Fire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hometown Heat Books with Playing with Fire, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
The Baby Maker
The Baby Maker continues the Publication Order of Hunter Brothers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Troublemaker
The Troublemaker continues the Publication Order of Hunter Brothers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Heartbreaker
The Heartbreaker explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Hunter Brothers Books series by Lili Valente.
The Panty Melter
The Panty Melter continues the Publication Order of Hunter Brothers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dirty Twisted Love
Dirty Twisted Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books series by Lili Valente.
Filthy Wicked Love
Filthy Wicked Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books series by Lili Valente.
Crazy Beautiful Love
Crazy Beautiful Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books series by Lili Valente.
One More Shameless Night
One More Shameless Night continues the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Crazy Beautiful Love
Crazy Beautiful Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books series by Lili Valente.
One More Shameless Night
One More Shameless Night continues the Publication Order of Kidnapped by the Billionaire Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Leather and Lace
Leather and Lace is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Saddles and Sin
Saddles and Sin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Twelve Dates to Christmas
Twelve Dates to Christmas continues the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Diamonds and Dust
Diamonds and Dust continues the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Glitter and Grit
Glitter and Grit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Sunny with a Chance of True Love
Sunny with a Chance of True Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series by Lili Valente.
Chaps and Chance
Chaps and Chance is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Eight Second Angel
Eight Second Angel continues the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hot Texas Nights Anthology
Hot Texas Nights Anthology is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Ropes and Revenge
Ropes and Revenge continues the Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Hundred Million Reasons
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lonesome Point Bachelors Books with A Hundred Million Reasons, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Snowed in with the Boss
Snowed in with the Boss is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Master Me Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Masquerade With The Master
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Master Me Books with Masquerade With The Master, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Last of the Red Hot Firefighters
Conflict and courage define Last of the Red Hot Firefighters, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Red Hot Reunions Books series by Lili Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
To Tame a Wild Firefighter
Conflict and courage define To Tame a Wild Firefighter, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Red Hot Reunions Books series by Lili Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Bad Boy Firefighter's Secret Fling
Conflict and courage define The Bad Boy Firefighter's Secret Fling, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Red Hot Reunions Books series by Lili Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Firefighter Meets His Match
Conflict and courage define The Firefighter Meets His Match, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Red Hot Reunions Books series by Lili Valente that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Playboy Prince
The Playboy Prince is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rugged and Royal Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Grumpy Prince
The Grumpy Prince continues the Publication Order of Rugged and Royal Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bossy Prince
The Bossy Prince is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rugged and Royal Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Grump Hard
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Silver Bell Falls Books with Grump Hard, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
The Baby Clause
The Baby Clause is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Silver Bell Falls Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Fake Husband Play
The Fake Husband Play is an essential installment in the Publication Order of That Steamy Hockey Romance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The No Touch Roommate Rule
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of That Steamy Hockey Romance Books with The No Touch Roommate Rule, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
The Penalty Box Affair
The Penalty Box Affair continues the Publication Order of That Steamy Hockey Romance Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Secret Baby Power Play
The Secret Baby Power Play is an essential installment in the Publication Order of That Steamy Hockey Romance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
The Nanny Game Plan
The Nanny Game Plan continues the Publication Order of That Steamy Hockey Romance Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bangover
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Bangover Books with The Bangover, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Friends with Bang-ifits
Friends with Bang-ifits continues the Publication Order of The Bangover Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bang Theory
Bang Theory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bangover Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Bang on Loosely
Bang on Loosely is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bangover Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Banging the Enemy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Bangover Books with Banging the Enemy, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
The Rock Star's Baby Bargain
The Rock Star's Baby Bargain continues the Publication Order of The Bangover Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Holidays with Bang-ifits
Holidays with Bang-ifits is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bangover Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Boss Without Benefits
Boss Without Benefits is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Not Today Bossman
Not Today Bossman is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Boss Me Around
Boss Me Around is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
When it Pours
When it Pours is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Kind of a Sexy Jerk
Kind of a Sexy Jerk continues the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
When it Shines
When it Shines continues the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kind of a Hot Mess
Kind of a Hot Mess is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Kind of a Dirty Talker
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books with Kind of a Dirty Talker, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Kind of a Bad Idea
Kind of a Bad Idea is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
When it Sizzles
When it Sizzles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The McGuire Brothers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Scored: A V-Card Diaries Novel
Scored: A V-Card Diaries Novel continues the Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
10,000 Things I Hate About You
10,000 Things I Hate About You continues the Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Screwed
Screwed is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Seduced
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books with Seduced, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
The Best Friends (to Lovers) Bargain
The Best Friends (to Lovers) Bargain explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books series by Lili Valente.
Sparked
Sparked continues the Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Scooped
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Virgin Playbook Books with Scooped, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
A Love So Dangerous
A Love So Dangerous explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of To the Bone Books series by Lili Valente.
A Love So Deadly
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Love So Deadly as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of To the Bone Books series showcases Lili Valente's mastery of suspense.
A Love So Deep
A Love So Deep explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of To the Bone Books series by Lili Valente.
Controlling Her Pleasure
Controlling Her Pleasure continues the Publication Order of Under His Command Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Commanding Her Trust
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Under His Command Books with Commanding Her Trust, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Claiming Her Heart
Claiming Her Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Under His Command Books series by Lili Valente.
One Wild Night
One Wild Night continues the Publication Order of Wild Rush Books story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
This Wicked Rush
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wild Rush Books with This Wicked Rush, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
One Perfect Love
One Perfect Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Wild Rush Books series by Lili Valente.
This Sweet Escape
This Sweet Escape is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wild Rush Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Magnificent D
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Magnificent D, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
A Naughty Little Christmas
A Naughty Little Christmas is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
A Down and Dirty Christmas
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Down and Dirty Christmas, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
Girl of the Night Garden
Girl of the Night Garden continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Holiday Games
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Holiday Games, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
All I Want for Christmas is a Fake British Boyfriend
All I Want for Christmas is a Fake British Boyfriend continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hottie for the Holidays
Hottie for the Holidays continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Just a Taste
Just a Taste is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lili Valente have come to expect.
Dissent
Dissent continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Lili Valente's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dissent Volume 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dissent Volume 2, another outstanding contribution from Lili Valente.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lili Valente?
Lili Valente is a bestselling author known for 33 book series containing over 132 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books, Publication Order of Bad Motherpuckers Books, Publication Order of Bedding the Bad Boy Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Lili Valente series to start with?
For readers new to Lili Valente's work, the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 3 books. Begin with Betting on You to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Lili Valente written?
Lili Valente has written over 132 books across 33 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Lili Valente books in order?
Yes, reading Lili Valente's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Lili Valente write in?
Lili Valente writes primarily in fiction. With 33 series across 132 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Lili Valente's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Lili Valente's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Lili Valente's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Lili Valente's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Always a Bridesmaid Books series. The first book, Betting on You, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.