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It Starts with Us
Colleen Hoover

It Starts with Us

Quick Answer

Read "It Starts with Us" as the 2nd book in the It Ends with Us sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "It Ends with Us" (Book 1)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2022323 pp
<b>From the author of <i>Regretting You, </i>this riveting sequel to the “glorious and touching” (<i>USA TODAY</i>) #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestseller picks up where <i>It Ends with Us </i>concluded and shares what happens next for Lily and Atlas.</b><br><br>Lily and her ex-husband, Ryle, have just settled into a civil coparenting rhythm when she suddenly bumps into her first love, Atlas, again. After nearly two years separated, she is elated that for once, time is on their side, and she immediately says yes when Atlas asks her on a date.<br> <br> But her excitement is quickly hampered by the knowledge that, though they are no longer married, Ryle is still very much a part of her life—and Atlas Corrigan is the one man he will hate being in his ex-wife and daughter’s life.<br> <br> Switching between the perspectives of Lily and Atlas, <i>It Starts with Us</i> picks up right where the epilogue for the “gripping, pulse-pounding” (Sarah Pekkanen, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author ) bestselling phenomenon <i>It Ends with Us</i> left off. Revealing more about Atlas’s past and following Lily as she embraces a second chance at true love while navigating a jealous ex-husband, it proves that “no one delivers an emotional read like Colleen Hoover” (Anna Todd, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author).

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for It Ends with Us conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading It Starts with Us?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read It Starts with Us before It Ends with Us?

No. We recommend reading It Ends with Us first. It Starts with Us is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is It Starts with Us required reading for the It Ends with Us?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after It Starts with Us in the reading order?

Currently, It Starts with Us is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.