A Crown of Ruin
novella · First published 2025
Author guide
Jennifer L. Armentrout Books in Order
Jennifer L. Armentrout is a #1 New York Times and internationally bestselling American author from West Virginia. Her bibliography spans young adult paranormal romance, science fiction, fantasy, romantic suspense, contemporary fiction, and adult and new-adult romance published under the pen name J. Lynn. She is best known for the Covenant, Lux, Dark Elements, Wicked, Harbinger, Blood and Ash, and Flesh and Fire series.
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Half-Blood
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Obsidian
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White Hot Kiss
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Wicked
Start here for The Wicked Trilogy.
From Blood and Ash
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A Shadow in the Ember
Start here for the Flesh and Fire prequel series.
Wait for You
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Books by series
series · complete
Covenant
A young adult paranormal romance series about Hematoi, descendants of gods and mortals.
- 1 Daimon
Book 0.5 · novella · 2011 Optional
For three years, Alexandria has lived among mortals - pretending to be like them and trying to forget the duty she'd been trained to fulfil as a child of a mortal and a demigod. At seventeen, she's pretty much accepted that she's a freak…
- 2 Half-Blood
Book 1 · novel · 2011
The Hematoi descend from the unions of gods and mortals, and the children of two Hematoi–pure bloods–have godlike powers. Children of Hematoi and mortals–well, not so much. Half-bloods only have two options: become trained sentinels who…
- 3 Pure
Book 2 · novel · 2012
Being destined to become some kind of supernatural electrical outlet isn't exactly awesome - especially when Alexandria's "Other Half" is everywhere she goes.
- 4 Deity
Book 3 · novel · 2012
As Alexandria approaches her 18th birthday, she finds that a fanatical order is out to kill her. Time spent with Seth leads to another mark of the Apollyon, signifying the approach of her awakening. As her birthday draws near, she must…
- 5 Elixir
Book 3.5 · novella · 2012 Optional
In order to save Alex, Aiden St. Delphi will do anything, including making war against the gods.
- 6 Apollyon
Book 4 · novel · 2013
Alex has always feared two things: losing herself in the Awakening, and being placed on the Elixir. But love has always been stronger than fate, and Aiden St. Delphi is willing to make war on the gods--and Alex herself--to bring her back.
- 7 The One and Only
Book 4.5 · novella · 2014 Optional
- 8 Sentinel
Book 5 · novel · 2013
- 1 The Return
Book 1 · novel · 2015
The Fates are cackling their bony asses off... It's been a year since Seth made the deal with the gods that pledged his life to them. And so far, the jobs they've given him have been violent and bloody--which is kind of all right with…
- 2 The Power
Book 2 · novel · 2016
With any great change, there is always strife, and the Covenant University has become the frontline between pure-bloods who want the Breed Order reinstated and the half-bloods who want the right to control their own destinies. Fate has…
- 3 The Struggle
Book 3 · novel · 2017
A bloody path has been chosen... The war against the Titans continues, but now the most dangerous, most absolute power lies elsewhere... with Seth. The Great War fought by the few is coming... All may doubt and fear what Seth has become.…
- 4 The Prophecy
Book 4 · novel · 2018
History is on repeat… Seth never thought he’d have a future. But now he’s on the brink of having it all with Josie: A tomorrow. A family. A forever. And all that's standing between him and that forever is the Titans. If he helps Josie…
series · complete
Lux
A young adult science-fiction romance series about Luxen aliens and human relationships.
- 1 Shadows
Book 0.5 · novella · 2012 Optional
The last thing Dawson Black expected was Bethany Williams. As a Luxen, an alien life-form on Earth, human girls are…well, fun. But since the Luxen have to keep their true identities a secret, falling for one would be insane. Dangerous.…
- 2 Obsidian
Book 1 · novel · 2011
Starting over sucks. When we moved to West Virginia right before my senior year, I'd pretty much resigned myself to thick accents, dodgy internet access, and a whole lot of boring...until I spotted my hot neighbor, with his looming height…
- 3 Onyx
Book 2 · novel · 2012
Being connected to Daemon Black sucks… Thanks to his alien mojo, Daemon's determined to prove what he feels for me is more than a product of our bizarro connection. So I've sworn him off, even though he's running more hot than cold these…
- 4 Opal
Book 3 · novella · 2012
The "Lux" series continues with the third installment of this riveting paranormal YA series. No one is like Daemon Black. When he set out to prove his feelings for Katy, he wasn't fooling around. Doubting him isn't something she'll do…
- 7 Oblivion
Book 3.1 · novel · 2015 Optional
In this special eBook version, experience OBSIDIAN, ONYX, and OPAL as told by Daemon Black… I knew the moment Katy Swartz moved in next door, there was going to be trouble. Lots of it. And trouble’s the last thing I need, since I’m not…
- 8 Obsession
Book 3.5 · novel · 2013 Optional
A new adult romance from Entangled's Embrace imprint... He's to die for... Hunter is a ruthless killer. And the Department of Defense has him firmly in their grasp, which usually doesn't chafe too badly because he gets to kill bad guys.…
- 5 Origin
Book 4 · novel · 2013
Daemon will do anything to get Katy back. After the successful but disastrous raid on Mount Weather, he's facing the impossible. Katy is gone. Taken. Everything becomes about finding her. Taking out anyone who stands in his way? Done.…
- 6 Opposition
Book 5 · novel · 2014
Katy knows the world changed the night the Luxen came. She can't believe Daemon stood by as his kind threatened to obliterate every last human and hybrid on Earth. But the lines between good and bad have blurred. Daemon will do anything…
- 9 The Darkest Star
Book 6 · novel · 2018 Optional
In the world of the Lux, secrets thrive, lies shatter, and love is undeniable. #1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout brings her trademark drama and intrigue to a new romantic YA…
- 10 The Burning Shadow
Book 7 · novel · 2019 Optional
#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with The Burning Shadow, the steamy, shocking second installment of the Origin series that will leave readers…
- 11 The Brightest Night
Book 8 · novel · 2020 Optional
#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with this steamy, shocking third installment of the Origin series that will leave readers reeling. The hardcover…
- 1 Obsession
Book 1 · novel · 2013
A new adult romance from Entangled's Embrace imprint... He's to die for... Hunter is a ruthless killer. And the Department of Defense has him firmly in their grasp, which usually doesn't chafe too badly because he gets to kill bad guys.…
- 1 The Darkest Star
Book 1 · novel · 2018
In the world of the Lux, secrets thrive, lies shatter, and love is undeniable. #1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout brings her trademark drama and intrigue to a new romantic YA…
- 2 The Burning Shadow
Book 2 · novel · 2019
#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with The Burning Shadow, the steamy, shocking second installment of the Origin series that will leave readers…
- 3 The Brightest Night
Book 3 · novel · 2020
#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with this steamy, shocking third installment of the Origin series that will leave readers reeling. The hardcover…
series · complete
The Dark Elements
A young adult paranormal romance series involving gargoyles, demons, and humans.
- 1 Bitter Sweet Love
Book 0.5 · novella · 2013 Optional
In a sizzling prequel novella to her new series The Dark Elements, #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout draws readers into the extraordinary, irresistible world of Wardens and demons. Dez wasn’t just Jasmine’s…
- 2 White Hot Kiss
Book 1 · novel · 2014
Seventeen-year-old Layla just wants to be normal. But with a kiss that kills anything with a soul, she’s anything but normal. Half demon, half gargoyle, Layla has abilities no one else possesses. Raised among the Wardens—a race of…
- 3 Stone Cold Touch
Book 2 · novel · 2014
Every touch has its price Layla Shaw is trying to pick up the pieces of her shattered life'no easy task for a seventeen-year-old who's pretty sure things can't get worse. Her impossibly gorgeous best friend, Zayne, is forever off-limits…
- 4 Every Last Breath
Book 3 · novel · 2015
The conclusion to the popular trilogy follow the events that began with White Hot Kiss and Stone Cold Touch, as well as the prequel story, Bitter Sweet Love.
spin-off-series · complete
The Harbinger
A spin-off of The Dark Elements following Trinity Marrow and Zayne.
- 1 Storm and Fury
Book 1 · novel · 2019
Enter a world of gargoyle protectors, rising demons and one girl with an explosive secret. Eighteen-year-old Trinity Marrow may be going blind, but she can see and communicate with ghosts and spirits. Her gift is part of a secret so…
- 2 Rage and Ruin
Book 2 · novel · 2020
"As tensions rise, they must stay close together and patrol the DC streets at night, seeking signs of the Harbinger, an entity that is killing Wardens and demons with no seeming rhyme or reason. Forbidden to be with each other, Zayne and…
- 3 Grace and Glory
Book 3 · novel · 2021
In this thrilling conclusion to the Harbinger trilogy, Trinity, who is out of options, brings Lucifer back to the world to fight the Harbinger, a decision that carries disastrous consequences with it.
series · complete
The Wicked Trilogy
A paranormal romance trilogy about fae, the Order, and a dangerous supernatural conflict in New Orleans.
- 1 Wicked
Book 1 · novel · 2014
Things are about to get Wicked in New Orleans. Twenty-two year old Ivy Morgan isn't your average college student. She, and others like her, know humans aren't the only thing trolling the French Quarter for fun... and for food. Her duty to…
- 2 Torn
Book 2 · novel · 2016
"Torn between duty and survival, nothing can be the same." Everything Ivy Morgan thought she knew has been turned on its head. After being betrayed and then nearly killed by the Prince of the Fae, she's left bruised and devastated-and…
- 3 Brave
Book 3 · novel · 2017
Ivy Morgan hasn't been feeling like herself lately. Not like anyone can blame her. After all, being held captive by a psychotic fae prince hell-bent on permanently opening the gates to the Otherworld is bound to leave some mental scars.…
- 4 The Prince
Book 3.5 · novella · 2018 Optional
- 5 The King
Book 3.6 · novella · 2019 Optional
From #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the next installment in her Wicked series. As Caden and Brighton's attraction grows despite the odds stacked against a happily ever after, they must work…
- 6 The Queen
Book 3.7 · novella · 2020 Optional
From #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the next installment in her Wicked series.The King must have his Queen....Bestowed the forbidden Summer's Kiss by the King of the Summer fae, Brighton…
shared-series · ongoing
1001 Dark Nights
A multi-author novella series; Armentrout contributed three Wicked-related novellas.
- 1 The Prince
Book 1 · novella · 2018
- 2 The King
Book 2 · novella · 2019
From #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the next installment in her Wicked series. As Caden and Brighton's attraction grows despite the odds stacked against a happily ever after, they must work…
- 3 The Queen
Book 3 · novella · 2020
From #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the next installment in her Wicked series.The King must have his Queen....Bestowed the forbidden Summer's Kiss by the King of the Summer fae, Brighton…
series · complete
de Vincent
An adult contemporary romantic suspense trilogy about the de Vincent family.
- 1 Moonlight Sins
Book 1 · novel · 2018
New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout delivers the unforgettable story of a woman whose new life has just begun—but may end in murder . . . Julia Hughes has always played it safe until she learned a very painful lesson.…
- 2 Moonlight Seduction
Book 2 · novel · 2018
Nicolette Bresson never thought she'd return to the de Vincents' bayou compound. It's where her parents work, where Nikki grew up ... and where she got her heart broken by Gabriel de Vincent himself. Yet here she is, filling in for her…
- 3 Moonlight Scandals
Book 3 · novel · 2019
It takes a fearless woman to love the most scandalous man alivein New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer L. Armentrout’s breathtaking novel Even a ghost hunter like Rosie Herpin couldn’t have foreseen the fateful meeting between two…
series · ongoing
Blood and Ash
An adult fantasy-romance series about Poppy, Casteel, ancient gods, and the kingdoms of Solis and Atlantia.
- 1 From Blood and Ash
Book 1 · novel · 2020
"The life of the Maiden is solitary. Never to be touched. Never to be looked upon. Never to be spoken to. Never to experience pleasure. Waiting for the day of her Ascension, she would rather be with the guards, fighting back the evil that…
- 2 A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire
Book 2 · novel · 2020
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes a new novel in her Blood and Ash series… A Betrayal… Everything Poppy has ever believed in is a lie, including the man she was falling in love with. Thrust among those…
- 3 The Crown of Gilded Bones
Book 3 · novel · 2021
She’s been the victim and the survivor… Poppy never dreamed she would find the love she’s found with Prince Casteel. She wants to revel in her happiness but first they must free his brother and find hers. It’s a dangerous mission and one…
- 4 The War of Two Queens
Book 4 · novel · 2022
War is only the beginning… From number one New York Times best-selling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book four in her Blood and Ash series. From the desperation of golden crowns… Casteel Da’Neer knows all too well that very few are…
- 5 A Soul of Ash and Blood
Book 5 · novel · 2023
Only his memories can save her… A great primal power has risen. The Queen of Flesh and Fire has become the Primal of Blood and Bone—the true Primal of Life and Death. And the battle Casteel, Poppy, and their allies have been fighting has…
- 6 Visions of Flesh and Blood: A Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire Compendium
Book companion · compendium · 2023 Optional
VISIONS OF FLESH AND BLOOD: a Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire Compendium is a comprehensive companion guide for background, history, reader-favorite information, art, and reference materials. Combined with original short stories and scenes…
- 7 The Primal of Blood and Bone
Book 6 · novel · 2025
In the shadows and flames, Primals will fall… And from the blood and ash, new gods will rise. Bound by love but driven by destiny, they must navigate a world on the brink of devastation—where every choice has deadly consequences. With…
- 8 A Crown of Ruin
Book 6.5 · novella · 2025 Optional
prequel-series · complete
Flesh and Fire
A prequel and companion series to Blood and Ash centered on Seraphena and Nyktos.
- 1 A Shadow in the Ember
Book 1 · novel · 2021
"Chosen before birth to uphold the desperate deal her ancestor struck to save his people, Sera must leave behind her life and offer herself to the Primal of Death as his Consort. However, Sera’s real destiny is the most closely guarded…
- 2 A Light in the Flame
Book 2 · novel · 2022
The truth about Sera’s plan is out, shattering the fragile trust forged between her and Nyktos. Surrounded by those distrustful of her, all Sera has is her duty. She will do anything to end Kolis, the false King of Gods, and his…
- 3 A Fire in the Flesh
Book 3 · novel · 2023
After a startling betrayal ends with both Sera and the dangerously seductive ruler of the Shadowlands she has fallen madly in love with being held captive by the false King of the Gods, there is only one thing that can free Nyktos and…
- 4 Visions of Flesh and Blood: A Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire Compendium
Book companion · compendium · 2023 Optional
VISIONS OF FLESH AND BLOOD: a Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire Compendium is a comprehensive companion guide for background, history, reader-favorite information, art, and reference materials. Combined with original short stories and scenes…
- 5 Born of Blood and Ash
Book 4 · novel · 2024
While Sera is finally free of Kolis and back with those she loves, not everything is calm. Memories of all she’s endured still haunt her, but Sera finally has hope for a future with the other half of her heart and soul. Nyktos desires,…
- 1 Fall of Ruin and Wrath
Book 1 · novel · 2023
Breathtaking suspense and scorching romance meet in this page-turning tale. This is an immersive, sweeping fantasy from the mega-bestselling Jennifer L. Armentrout. She lives by her intuition. He feeds on her pleasure . . . Long ago, the…
- 1 Tempting the Best Man
Book 1 · novel · 2012
Forced together for her brother's wedding getaway, Chase and Madison decide to call a truce for the happy couple. Except all bets are off when they're forced to shack up in a tacky 70's honeymoon suite and survive a multitude of…
- 2 Tempting the Player
Book 2 · novel · 2012
Chad Gamble, all-star pitcher for the Nationals, is one of the best players on--and off--the field. And right now, the notorious bad boy wants Bridget Rodgers. But with her lush curves and snappy comebacks, the feisty redhead is the kind…
- 3 Tempting the Bodyguard
Book 3 · novel · 2014
Alana Gore is in danger. A take-no-prisoners publicist, her way with people has made her more than a few enemies over the years, but a creepy stalker is an entirely different matter. She needs a bodyguard, and the only man she can ask is…
series · complete
Wait for You
A new-adult contemporary romance series about interconnected college-age characters and couples.
- 1 Wait for You
Book 1 · novel · 2013
Some things are worth waiting for... Traveling thousands of miles from home to enter college is the only way nineteen-year-old Avery Morgansten can escape what happened at the Halloween party five years ago--an event that forever changed…
- 2 Trust in Me
Book 1.5 · novella · 2013 Optional
It's Wait for You as you've never seen it. Trust in Me lets you in on Cam's side of the #1 New York Times bestselling story. Cameron Hamilton is used to getting what he wants, especially when it comes to women. But when Avery Morgansten…
- 3 Be With Me
Book 2 · novel · 2014
- 4 The Proposal
Book 1.75 · short-story · 2014 Optional
Cam bereidt zich voor op de vraag der vragen in Het aanzoek van Jennifer L. Armentrout. Cam, o Cam... hoe leuk we Jase (Ga voor mij) en Jax (Blijf bij mij) ook vinden, we hebben altijd een warm en fuzzy plekje voor jou bewaard in ons…
- 5 Stay With Me
Book 3 · novel · 2014
- 6 Fall With Me
Book 4 · novel · 2015
Jennifer L. Armentrout (also known as J. Lynn), New York Times bestselling author of the Wait for You saga, delivers a new novel of first love, second chances, and scorching chemistry. Eleven months ago, bartender and weird-shirt-wearing…
- 7 Dream of You
Book 4.5 · novella · 2015 Optional
Abby Erickson isn't looking for a one-night stand, a relationship, or anything that involves any one-on-one time, but when she witnesses a shocking crime, she's thrust into the hands of the sexiest man she's ever seen - Colton Anders. His…
- 8 Forever With You
Book 5 · novel · 2015
- 9 Fire in You
Book 6 · novel · 2016
From the # 1 New York Times bestselling author of Wait for You and Be With Me, comes a richly moving story about heartbreak and guilt, second chances and, most of all, hope... Six years ago, Jillian Lima's whole world was destroyed. The…
- 1 Unchained
Book 1 · novel · 2013
- 1 Frigid
Book 1 · novel · 2013
For twenty-one-year-old Sydney, being in love with Kyler isn't anything new. They'd been best friends ever since he pushed her down on the playground and she made him eat a mud pie. Somewhere over the years, she fell for him and fell…
- 2 Scorched
Book 2 · novel · 2015
Most days, Andrea doesn't know whether she wants to kiss Tanner or punch him in the gut. He is seriously hot, with bedroom eyes and that firefighter body of his, but he's a major player. Tanner and Andrea have had an epic love/hate…
Outside the series
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Novels (6)
- Cursed
novel · 2012
A compelling novel from Jennifer L. Armentrout, the New York Times bestselling author of the Covenant and Lux series. Dying sucks - and high school senior Ember McWilliams knows firsthand. After a fatal car accident, her gifted little…
- Don't Look Back
novel · 2014
Samantha is a stranger in her own life. Until the night she disappeared with her best friend, Cassie, everyone said Sam had it all???popularity, wealth, and a dream boyfriend. Sam has resurfaced, but she has no recollection of who she was…
- The Dead List
novel · 2015
When Ella is mysteriously attacked on her way home from a party, her entire life changes as she finds herself at the center of an attempted murder investigation. Ella tries to move on, but her attacker isn't done yet. He shows himself in…
- The Problem with Forever
novel · 2016
Growing up, she learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it’s been four years since her nightmare ended, she’s beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of…
- Till Death
novel · 2017
It’s been ten years since Sasha Keaton left her West Virginia hometown . . . since she escaped the twisted serial killer known as the Groom. Returning to help run her family inn means being whole again, except for one missing piece. The…
- If There's No Tomorrow
novel · 2017
Lena Wise is always looking forward to tomorrow, especially at the start of her senior year. She's ready to pack in as much friend time as possible, to finish college applications and to maybe let her childhood best friend Sebastian know…
Frequently asked questions about Jennifer L. Armentrout
Where does Jennifer L. Armentrout live?
Jennifer L. Armentrout lives in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
Is J. Lynn the same person as Jennifer L. Armentrout?
Yes. J. Lynn is the pen name Armentrout uses for adult and new-adult contemporary and paranormal romance.
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How did Jennifer L. Armentrout start her writing career?
Her ambition to become an author began in algebra class, where she wrote short stories. She later established herself through both self-publishing and traditional publishing.
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Which author influenced Jennifer L. Armentrout?
Armentrout has said that she was a huge fan of author L.J. Smith while growing up.
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What award has Jennifer L. Armentrout won?
Among her honors, she won the 2020 Goodreads Choice Award for Romance for From Blood and Ash.
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