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Wild Nights
Nora Roberts

Wild Nights

Quick Answer

Read "Wild Nights" as the 19th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "A Dangerous Fortune" (Book 18)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

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

Verdict Insight: As the 19th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2020368 pp
She can make Lone Star Ridge’s sheriff break every rule… Former child star “Badly” Hadley Dalton can’t shake the nickname she got on Little Cowgirls, the reality show that made her famous. Another thing she can’t shake: her attraction to hometown heartthrob Leyton Jameson. After their teen make-out session was televised, Leyton ended their relationship, and Hadley left town. But when she learns her beloved Granny Em has gone missing, Hadley returns home and immediately lands in hot water… Leyton has wanted Hadley since he first knew what desire was. Searching for Em together makes all that heat—and all their differences—impossible to ignore. Hadley’s past is riddled with bad decisions—ones that are suddenly rearing their ugly heads. Believing she’s too much trouble for a good-guy cop, Hadley doesn’t think Leyton can ever overlook her faults. But Leyton will sign up for a lifetime of trouble if it means this wild ride never ends… Also includes a bonus Lone Star Ridge novella, Hot Summer in Texas!
Next Recommended Book

Paris Mysteries

Book #19 of 524 in Series

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 Standalone Novels 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 Wild Nights?

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

Can I read Wild Nights before A Dangerous Fortune?

No. We recommend reading A Dangerous Fortune first. Wild Nights is the 19th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Wild Nights required reading for the Standalone Novels?

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

What comes after Wild Nights in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Wild Nights is Paris Mysteries (Book #19).