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Start Crimson Ridge #1 by Elliott Rose with "Chasing the Wild", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the Crimson Ridge #1 series by Elliott Rose. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.

Official Verdict

Short Answer:
Start with "Chasing the Wild"

To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.

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Community Consensus

Medium Debate

"The recommended starting point for the long-running series discussed (identified as Raymond E. Feist's Riftwar series) is overwhelmingly 'Magician' (or 'Magician: Apprentice'). While later sub-series, specifically the 'Conclave of Shadows' beginning with 'Talon of the Silver Hawk,' can be read as a standalone narrative, doing so will result in the reader missing a dozen books worth of crucial character history, lore, and background for recurring figures."

Key Reddit Advice

Start with 'Magician' (or 'Magician: Apprentice') and read chronologically. If you choose to start with 'Talon of the Silver Hawk,' the story will be understandable, but the context for historical characters and underlying plots will be missing.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Crimson Ridge #1 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.

Can I skip the short stories?

Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Crimson Ridge #1. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.

I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?

Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "Chasing the Wild" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.

Why do people disagree on the order?

Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.

Curator's Strategy

Recommended Reading Order Strategy

The authoritative way to read the "Crimson Ridge #1" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

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Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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Chasing the Wild

Pub: 2024★ 3.89

From international best-selling author Elliott Rose comes a new forbidden-love series...What happens when you're snowed in on a mountain ranch, with the one man you definitely should not be fantasizing about?I've always done what was expected of me. Layla Birch, the good girl.Forced to grow up too fast. To take care of everything myself. I had a plan.Only, I didn't count on him. Colton Wilder. The cowboy nearly twice my age.He's my dream man. One who takes care of me, gives me a job, and makes my pulse thud harder every time he comes near.My ex-boyfriend's father.The nights are long and cold on top of this mountain. As the snow grows thicker and the tension builds between us, we're both inching closer to a line we shouldn't cross.Each day, it grows harder to resist the man who looks at me with longing in his eyes.It's tempting to forget about being the good girl for once.No one would find out. Would they?Chasing The Wild is an interconnected stand-alone, book 1 in the all-new Crimson Ridge series, and can be read separately. Intended for ages 18 and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Crimson Ridge #1 series?

We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.

What is the best order to read Crimson Ridge #1?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Chasing the Wild" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Elliott Rose intended.

Can I read Crimson Ridge #1 books in any order?

No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.

Are there spin-offs or companion books?

Yes, the Crimson Ridge #1 universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.