BookBingeAssistant to the Villain Books in Order
A cozy fantasy romantic comedy following Evie Sage, assistant to Rennedawn's feared and misunderstood Villain, as their working relationship becomes entangled with prophecy, politics, and romance.
Here is the complete Assistant to the Villain reading order — all 4 books by Hannah Nicole Maehrer, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Assistant to the Villain(2023)
- Apprentice to the Villain(2024)
- Accomplice to the Villain(2025)
- Adversary to the Villain(2026)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the Assistant to the Villain series?
There are 4 books in the Assistant to the Villain series by Hannah Nicole Maehrer, beginning with Assistant to the Villain (2023) and most recently Adversary to the Villain (2026).
What is the first Assistant to the Villain book?
The first book is Assistant to the Villain, published in 2023. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Assistant to the Villain in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.