BookBingeNever After Books in Order
Standalone dark, morally gray retellings of classic fairy tales where, this time, the so-called villains get their happy ending.
Here is the complete Never After reading order — all 6 books by Emily McIntire, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Hooked(2021)
- Scarred(2022)
- Wretched(2022)
- Twisted(2023)
- Crossed(2023)
- Hexed(2024)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Never After series?
There are 6 books in the Never After series by Emily McIntire, beginning with Hooked (2021) and most recently Hexed (2024).
What is the first Never After book?
The first book is Hooked, published in 2021. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Never After in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.