
Patricia Briggs is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of urban fantasy novels. She is best known for her Mercy Thompson series and the related Alpha & Omega series, both set in the same universe where werewolves, vampires, fae, and other supernatural creatures exist alongside humans. Briggs' novels are praised for their strong protagonists, intricate world-building, and compelling blend of romance, mystery, and action. Her Mercy Thompson series has become one of the most popular urban fantasy series in the genre.
7 books
The Alpha & Omega series is set in the same world as the Mercy Thompson series and follows Anna Latham, an Omega werewolf with the rare ability to calm other werewolves, and Charles Cornick, the enforcer for the Marrok (the leader of all North American werewolves) and the son of Bran Cornick. Anna was turned into a werewolf against her will and abused by her pack before Charles rescued her. Together, they navigate dangerous supernatural politics, solve mysteries, and face threats to the werewolf community while developing their mated bond.
14 books
The Mercy Thompson series follows Mercedes "Mercy" Thompson, a coyote shapeshifter and Volkswagen mechanic living in the Tri-Cities area of Washington State. Unlike werewolves who are bound to the moon, Mercy can shift at will thanks to her Native American heritage. She navigates a dangerous world filled with werewolves, vampires, fae, and other supernatural creatures. As the series progresses, Mercy becomes mated to Adam Hauptman, the local werewolf Alpha, and finds herself at the center of supernatural politics and conflicts that threaten both the human and supernatural worlds.
This is the recommended reading order based on the story timeline.