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Start Under the Mistletoe Collection by Ali Hazelwood with "Cruel Winter with You", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

The complete reading order for the Under the Mistletoe Collection series by Ali Hazelwood. 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 "Cruel Winter with You"

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

High Debate

"The 'Under the Mistletoe Collection' is identified as a large-scale holiday book sale featuring numerous independent and diverse titles and series, primarily coordinated by /u/BryceOConnor for charity (St. Jude). There is no overarching sequential reading order for the collection as a whole, as the books are generally unrelated. For specific series mentioned, the consensus is to always start with the first book in that series."

Key Reddit Advice

The collection is treated as an anthology of diverse reads. Readers should choose books based on genre interest (e.g., *Iron Prince* for scifi, *Sword of Kaigen* for epic fantasy, *The Lord of Stariel* for cozy fantasy). If purchasing a series, start with the first installment mentioned, such as *Ashes of the Sun* (Burningblade and Silvereye Trilogy), *Voice of War* (Threadlight series), or *Street Cultivation* (Progression Fantasy).

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Under the Mistletoe Collection 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 Under the Mistletoe Collection. 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 "Cruel Winter with You" 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 "Under the Mistletoe Collection" 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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Cruel Winter with You

Pub: 2024★ 3.68

Pour deux anciens amis d’enfance, une violente tempête hivernale ravive des souvenirs glacés… et brûlants, dans une délicieusement sexy nouvelle signée Ali Hazelwood, autrice best-seller n°1 du New York Times. Tout ce que souhaite Jamie Malek, toute jeune pédiatre, c’est emprunter un plat à rôtir pour le dîner de Noël. Malheureusement, cela l’oblige à croiser Marc, le frère fauteur de troubles de sa meilleure amie, aujourd’hui devenu milliardaire de la tech. C’est lui, celui qu’elle a laissé filer. Et elle, celle qui lui a brisé le cœur. Dehors, la tempête fait rage. Dedans, le feu crépite. Et soudain, se retrouver coincée par la neige avec l’homme qu’elle ne pensait jamais revoir n’est peut-être pas la pire façon de passer une nuit d’hiver. Cruel Winter with You d’Ali Hazelwood fait partie de Under the Mistletoe, un recueil de romances sexy de décembre, parfaites pour réchauffer les nuits d’hiver les plus froides. À lire ou à écouter d’une seule traite, pour un moment totalement envoûtant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Under the Mistletoe Collection 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 Under the Mistletoe Collection?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Cruel Winter with You" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as Ali Hazelwood intended.

Can I read Under the Mistletoe Collection 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 Under the Mistletoe Collection 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.