Colleen Hoover, often known as CoHo by her devoted fanbase, has taken the literary world by storm with her emotionally charged and gripping novels. But with a significant and ever-growing catalog, navigating her books can be daunting. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of Colleen Hoover’s books, helping you determine where to begin and how to read them, whether you’re a seasoned reader or a newcomer to her captivating storytelling.
Standalone Novels: A World of Diverse Emotions
Colleen Hoover’s standalone novels explore a variety of themes and emotions. As standalones, these books can be read in any order, providing flexibility for readers to explore different aspects of Hoover’s writing. The following list is organized by publication date.
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Ugly Love (2014)
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November 9 (2015)
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Confess (2015)
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Too Late (2016)
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Without Merit (2017)
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Verity (2018)
- All Your Perfects (2018)
- Regretting You (2019)
- Heart Bones (2020)
- Layla (2020)
- Reminders of Him (2022)
Series: Dive Deeper into Interconnected Stories
For those who prefer a more immersive experience, Colleen Hoover’s series offer a chance to delve deeper into character development and complex plotlines. Here’s a breakdown of her series, along with the recommended reading order:
It Ends With Us Series
This series tackles sensitive topics with emotional depth. Reading order is crucial to understanding the character arcs and overall storyline.
- It Ends With Us (2016)
- It Starts With Us (2022)
Hopeless Series
The Hopeless series explores themes of healing, forgiveness, and the power of love. Each book offers a different perspective on the same events, enriching the reading experience.
- Hopeless (2012)
- Losing Hope (2013)
- Finding Cinderella (2013)
- Finding Perfect (2019) (also found in All Wrapped Up for the Holidays anthology)
Slammed Series
The Slammed series is known for its use of poetry and powerful family themes.
- Slammed (2012)
- Point of Retreat (2012)
- This Girl (2013)
Maybe Series
This series delves into the complexities of relationships, exploring themes of love, loss, and second chances.
- Maybe Someday (2014)
- Maybe Not (2014)
- Maybe Now (2018)
Never Never Series
A collaborative effort with Tarryn Fisher, the Never Never series is a mystery romance with a unique premise.
- Never Never (2015)
- Never Never Part 2 (2015)
- Never Never Part 3 (2016)
(All three parts are also available in the Never Never (2016) bind-up)
Anthologies: A Taste of Different Worlds
Colleen Hoover also has stories featured in anthologies, offering readers a taste of her writing within a collection of works by various authors.
- All Wrapped Up for the Holidays (2019) (includes the Finding Perfect short story)
- One More Step (2020)
- Two More Days (2021)
Colleen Hoover Books in Order: A Complete List
For those seeking a complete list of Colleen Hoover’s works in chronological order, here it is:
- Slammed (2012)
- Point of Retreat (2012)
- Hopeless (2012)
- This Girl (2013)
- Losing Hope (2013)
- Finding Cinderella (2013)
- Maybe Someday (2014)
- Maybe Not (2014)
- Ugly Love (2014)
- Confess (2015)
- November 9 (2015)
- Never Never (2015)
- Never Never Part 2 (2015)
- Too Late (2016)
- Never Never Part 3 (2016)
- It Ends With Us (2016)
- Without Merit (2017)
- Maybe Someday, Maybe Not (2017)
- All Your Perfects (2018)
- Maybe Now (2018)
- Verity (2018)
- Finding Perfect (2019)
- Regretting You (2019)
- Heart Bones (2020)
- Layla (2020)
- One More Step (2020)
- Two More Days (2021)
- Reminders of Him (2022)
- It Starts with Us (2022)
Finding Your Way into CoHo’s World
Colleen Hoover’s books offer something for every reader. Whether you prefer to dive into a series or explore standalone novels, understanding the different options available can help you tailor your reading experience. Start with a book that piques your interest and prepare to be captivated by her unforgettable stories.
