Below is the complete list of Sherrilyn Kenyon’s Chronicles Of Nick books in order. For this series, the chronological reading order is the same as the order of publication.
Publication Order of Chronicles Of Nick Books
Publication Order of Chronicles Of Nick Graphic Novels Books
About Chronicles Of Nick
The Chronicles of Nick is a young adult urban fantasy series by Sherrilyn Kenyon, set within the supernatural universe of her bestselling Dark-Hunter novels. Combining Greek mythology, demonic powers, supernatural warfare, and teenage misadventures, the series explores the early life of Nick Gautier, a sharp-tongued Cajun teenager whose destiny is far more dangerous than he could ever imagine. Against the atmospheric backdrop of New Orleans, Kenyon creates a story about friendship, identity, free will, and the struggle to overcome a seemingly predetermined future.
Nick is fourteen when his ordinary troubles become entangled with a hidden supernatural world. Raised by his devoted mother, Cherise, under difficult financial circumstances, he has grown accustomed to defending himself against bullies, prejudice, and the challenges of growing up without a stable father figure. His sarcastic humour and rebellious personality often conceal a fiercely protective nature, particularly where his mother is concerned.
The opening novel, Infinity (2010), introduces Nick’s transformation from a troubled teenager into someone caught between powerful supernatural forces. After attempting to prevent a mugging, he encounters Kyrian of Thrace, an immortal Dark-Hunter who saves his life. This meeting draws Nick into a dangerous existence populated by vampires, demons, shapeshifters, ancient gods, and other beings previously unknown to him. A bizarre outbreak involving zombies further complicates his introduction to this hidden reality.
As the series develops, Nick discovers that his connection to the supernatural world extends far beyond an accidental encounter. He belongs to the bloodline of the Malachai, immensely powerful demonic beings associated with destruction and violence. His inherited abilities make him both a potential threat and a valuable target to forces seeking to influence his future.
This revelation establishes the central conflict running through the novels. Nick must confront the possibility that his destiny has already been determined by his ancestry, even as he struggles to maintain his humanity. His determination to protect the people he loves frequently places him at odds with supernatural powers that regard him as an instrument of destruction.
Several recurring characters contribute to the series’ distinctive personality. Kyrian provides an important connection to the Dark-Hunter world, while Acheron, the mysterious leader of the Dark-Hunters, occupies a particularly complicated position in Nick’s developing understanding of supernatural affairs. Other figures, including Caleb Malphas, introduce additional layers of uncertainty about friendship, loyalty, and hidden motives.
Kenyon balances these darker elements with irreverent humour, particularly through Nick’s colourful observations and exchanges with the eccentric inhabitants of New Orleans. The city’s French Quarter, supernatural establishments, and mixture of ordinary and extraordinary residents create an environment where ancient mythological conflicts coexist with everyday teenage concerns.
Although the series begins with relatively accessible supernatural adventures, later instalments introduce increasingly intricate questions involving alternate realities, time, destiny, and the consequences of changing events. Illusion (2014), for example, places Nick in a radically altered reality that challenges his understanding of himself and the people around him.
An important feature of the Chronicles of Nick is its relationship with Kenyon’s larger Dark-Hunter mythology. Nick appears as an older character in the adult novels, while this series explores his adolescence and the experiences that shape his personality, relationships, and supernatural identity. However, the connection is more complicated than a straightforward prequel. Differences between the narratives form part of a wider story involving altered timelines, competing perspectives, and events whose consequences extend across both series.
The original eight-novel sequence concludes with Intensity (2017), although Kenyon has continued developing Nick’s world through related stories and further projects. The series retains a predominantly young adult approach, distinguishing it from the more romance-oriented and mature content of the Dark-Hunter novels.
At its core, the Chronicles of Nick examines whether someone born with the potential for immense evil can deliberately choose a different path. Nick’s loyalty, humour, stubbornness, and capacity for compassion repeatedly challenge the expectations imposed upon him. These qualities give the supernatural conflicts their emotional weight, transforming an elaborate fantasy adventure into a continuing examination of personal choice and the power to defy destiny.