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The Elder Races — by Thea Harrison
The Elder Races Series in Order: 24 books
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Dragon Bound
Book - 1
The first Novel of the Elder Races, Dragon Bound begins a groundbreaking paranormal romance series from a talented new voice in the realm of dragons, danger and desire. Half human and half Wyr, Pia Giovanni spent her life keeping a low profile among...
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Storm's Heart
Book - 2
He's a Wyr warrior, a god of storms. She's the heir to the Dark Fae throne. But desire will bring both to their knees in this all-new Novel of the Elder Races. During the rule of her murderous Dark Fae uncle, Thistle "Tricks" Periwinkle found sanc...
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Serpent's Kiss
Book - 3
Recently, Vampire Queen Carling's power has become erratic, forcing her followers to flee. Wyr sentinel Rune is drawn to the ailing Queen and decides to help find a cure for the serpent's kiss-the vampyric disease that's killing her. With their desir...
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True Colors: A Novella
Book - 3.5
Meeting your soulmate? Great. Preventing your possible murder? Even better. Alice Clark, a Wyr and schoolteacher, has had two friends murdered in as many days, and she's just found the body of a third. She arrives at the scene only minutes before ...
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Oracle's Moon
Book - 4
When Grace Andreas's sister, Petra, and her husband are both killed, Grace inherits the Power and responsibilities of the Oracle of Louisville, as well as her sister's two young children--neither of which she is prepared for. Then Khalil, Demonkind a...
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Devil's Gate: A Novella
Book - 4.5
When it comes to love between a medusa and a Vampyre, it's every man, woman, and snake for themselves. As a coroner, medusa Seremela Telemar has always felt more comfortable chatting over a dead body than over drinks. But when her wild niece, Vett...
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Natural Evil: A Novella
Book - 4.6
Attempted Murder. Passion. Betrayal. It's a dog-eat-dog world. Claudia Hunter is on a road trip through the Nevada desert when she sees the body of a dog on the side of the highway. Pulling over to investigate, she quickly determines that the eno...
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Hunter's Season: A Novella
Book - 4.7
Duty. Devotion. Desire. When fate brings two isolated people together, love is in the cards. As a palace guard and assassin for the Dark Fae, Xanthe always wore a mask, hiding her emotions to do her duty. But when her identity is compromised, she...
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Lord's Fall
Book - 5
In the latest Novel of the Elder Races, two mates find themselves on different paths, torn between their duty to the Wyr and the passion that binds them... Before she met Dragos, half-human/half-Wyr Pia Giovanni was alone and on the run. Now she'...
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The Wicked: A Novella
Book - 5.5
The adventure of a lifetime might just end in turmoil, but when it includes meeting your future mate, who gives a hoot? For a librarian with a focus on rare magic books, Olivia's new job is a dream come true. She has been hired as part of a team ...
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Dragos Takes a Holiday: A Novella
Book - 6.5
The Bermuda Triangle. Pirates. The Peanut. What could possibly go wrong?Dragos Cuelebre needs a vacation. So does Pia, his mate. When the First Family of the Wyr head to Bermuda for some much needed R&R, it's no ordinary undertaking - and no ordi...
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Peanut Goes to School: A Novella
Book - 6.7
This is a short story (15,100 words or 55 pages) intended for readers of the Elder Races who enjoy Liam Cuelebre, aka Peanut, as a character.Dragos Cuelebre is no longer the only dragon.Dragos's son Liam Cuelebre (a.k.a. Peanut) is springing into exi...
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Pia Saves the Day: A Novella
Book - 6.9
(30,250 words)In the latest story of the Elder Races, two mates face their deadliest challenge yet -- each other...Pia and Dragos's magical young son Liam (the Peanut), is growing at an unprecedented rate, and if that isn't enough, he is also exhibit...
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Night's Honor
Book - 7
From the author of Kinked and Oracle's Moon. In the "USA Today" bestselling author's latest Novel of the Elder Races, a woman finds herself in need of protection--and seduced by honor... On the run from her former employer, Tess knows that she's ...
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Midnight's Kiss
Book - 8
In the latest Novel of the Elder Races, two souls who have long buried their passions are about to be consumed... Ever since their scorching affair ended years ago, Julian, the Nightkind King, and Melisande, daughter of the Light Fae Queen, have t...
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Dragos Goes to Washington: A Novella
Book - 8.1
Dragos Cuelebre, Lord of the Wyr, needs to throw a party without maiming anyone. That isn't exactly as easy as it might sound. After the destructive events of the last eighteen months, the Elder Races are heading to Washington D.C. to foster peace wi...
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Pia Does Hollywood: A Novella
Book - 8.2
After making a diplomatic pact with humankind and the other leaders of the Elder Races, Pia Cuelebre, mate to Dragos Cuelebre, Lord of the Wyr, reluctantly heads to Hollywood to spend a week with the Light Fae Queen, Tatiana, before the busy Masque s...
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Shadow's End
Book - 9
The author of Lord's Fall and Midnight's Kiss returns with an enchanting and sizzling new tale about debts that cannot be repaid and hunger that cannot be satisfied... For Beluviel, consort to the Elven High Lord, and Graydon, gryphon and First S...
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Liam Takes Manhattan: A Novella
Book - 9.1
Warning: this story contains a major spoiler from SHADOW'S END (book #9, released December 1st, 2015). If readers do not want to be spoiled, they should read the stories in order of their release dates. This is a short story intended for readers of t...
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The Chosen: A Novella
Book - 9.2
The Chosen is the single title release of the novella that was previously published in the holiday anthology AMID THE WINTER SNOW in December, 2017.From New York Times bestselling author Thea HarrisonA Wolf on the hunt...Wulfgar Hahn, better known as...
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Dragos Planet: A Novella
Book - 9.3
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Thea Harrison comes the final novella featuring Pia and Dragos... Pia's latest pregnancy has become a daily challenge, her relationship with Dragos strained with argument. That hasn't stopped t...
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The Unseen
Book - 10
From New York Times bestselling author Thea Harrison comes the first of two explosive new stories set in the Elder Races world.... Dragos and Pia are back by popular vote!***THIS STORY ENDS IN A CLIFFHANGER***Saying goodbye to their old life in the W...
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The Adversary
Book - 11
From NYT bestselling author Thea Harrison comes the explosive conclusion to The Unseen!When Dragos and Pia move to the Other land of Rhyacia, they hope starting a new life will bring safety and freedom to their family, especially their young baby, Ni...
Series Premise
The core premise unfolds in a contemporary Earth where seven Elder Races—Wyr (shapeshifters led by dragons and other powerful beings), Light and Dark Fae, Elves, Demonkind, Nightkind (vampires), and human witches—live alongside humans, maintaining their own demesnes, governments, and territories that overlap national boundaries. Each story centers on a high-stakes romance between members (or allies) of these races, often involving political intrigue, ancient grudges, magical threats, or personal vendettas that endanger lives and alliances. Heroes and heroines navigate power imbalances, forbidden attractions, and external dangers while discovering trust, vulnerability, and unbreakable bonds. An overarching narrative of inter-race tensions, hidden agendas, and evolving power dynamics ties the books together, with previous couples reappearing to support new pairs.
The Elder Races Series Reading Order
🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1: Dragon Bound
Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.
The series benefits from being read in publication/chronological order. While most novels feature self-contained romantic arcs with satisfying resolutions—making them enjoyable standalone—the interconnected world-building, recurring characters, and progressive plot threads reward sequential reading. Early books establish the Wyr-centric foundation in New York, later ones expand to other races and locations, and ongoing relationships, children, and political developments gain depth when experienced progressively. Jumping around risks missing emotional callbacks and the gradual unfolding of the Elder Races' shared history.
Explanation of reading order types
The Elder Races Series Characters
Central figures include Dragos Cuelebre, the fearsome, ancient dragon lord and ruler of the Wyr, whose commanding presence and hoard-driven instincts evolve through love. Pia Giovanni, his half-human, half-Wyr mate, brings cleverness, kindness, and quiet strength. Other key protagonists feature Niniane (a Fae heir navigating court intrigue), Tiago (a storm lord warrior), Rune (a sentinel with a mysterious past), and various leaders like Carling (a powerful vampyre sorceress) or Ferion (a Dark Fae prince). Recurring characters form a dynamic ensemble: Dragos' sentinels (loyal Wyr warriors like Aryal, Quentin, and others) who provide comic relief, fierce protection, and crossover appearances; political allies and rivals from other races; and emerging families (including children in later books) that add continuity and warmth. The group feels like an extended, powerful family whose bonds strengthen across stories.
Setting of the The Elder Races Series
The setting spans a vibrant, alternate modern world: bustling New York City serves as a primary hub, home to the Wyr demesne where skyscrapers house dragon lairs and corporate empires run by ancient shifters. Stories venture into Other lands—pocket realms accessed through portals—with lush, magical landscapes of eternal forests, shadowed courts, and demon territories. Additional locales include Fae demesnes in various countries, vampire strongholds, and global hotspots where Elder Races politics intersect with human affairs, creating a seamless blend of urban grit and fantastical wonder.
Tone & Themes of the The Elder Races Series
The tone is sensual, intense, and emotionally rich—paranormal romance at its most addictive—with steamy encounters, witty banter, and high-stakes action balanced by tender vulnerability and humor. Expect dominant alpha heroes who start gruff or guarded but melt under genuine connection, paired with resilient, kind-hearted heroines who challenge them. Themes explore transformation through love, loyalty amid conflict, overcoming prejudice between races, the cost of power and immortality, forgiveness after betrayal, and the redemptive force of trust. Faith in partnership triumphs over ancient enmities, underscoring that even immortal beings can find healing and belonging.
In the end, the Elder Races series is a thrilling, passionate journey through a world where myth meets modernity and love conquers ancient divides. Thea Harrison crafts alpha heroes and heroines whose fiery connections illuminate deeper truths about power, vulnerability, and belonging. For readers craving steamy paranormal romance with epic scope, clever world-building, and heart-pounding stakes, this saga soars like dragon wings over a glittering city—intoxicating, unforgettable, and endlessly re-readable.
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