15 Books Like Black Dagger Brotherhood: What to Read After BDB
Congratulations, you’ve made it through J.R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood series! But now what? You’re probably feeling a mix of satisfaction and sadness at finishing such an epic journey while feeling frustration because you have to wait for the next installment to come. So here are books like Black Dagger Brotherhood to tide you over.
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Books Like Black Dagger Brotherhood
We’ve included paranormal romance and a few contemporary romantic suspense series too, for when you want the BDB vibe without fangs.
Paranormal Romance Books Like Black Dagger Brotherhood
If you love the brothers in BDB, try these paranormal series about warrior groups:
Midnight Breed by Lara Adrian
Features a group of vampire warriors who protect their species against the threat of extinction, intertwining deep emotional connections and suspenseful plots.
Demonica by Larissa Ione
Revolves around a group of brothers who run an underworld hospital, offering a unique blend of medical drama, demon lore, and passionate romance.
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THIRDS by Charlie Cochet
Set in a world where Therian shifters and humans coexist, the THIRDS is an elite unit tasked with solving crimes across species lines. Expect a perfect blend of suspense, humor, and heart-melting romance, along with LGBTQ+ representation.
Dark Kings by Donna Grant
Ancient Dragon Kings hidden in the Scottish Highlands find themselves entangled with mortal women. There’s Celtic mythology, lots of battles and plenty of heat.
The Warriors of Poseidon by Alyssa Day
Features Atlantean warriors pledged to protect humanity and the ocean, finding love with women who possess their own extraordinary gifts.
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The Phoenix Pack by Suzanne Wright
Centers around a pack of werewolves dealing with internal and external threats, with each book focusing on a different couple’s romance.
Psy/Changeling by Nalini Singh
Set in a futuristic world where psychics and changelings (shifters) coexist uneasily, featuring strong warrior characters and complex political dynamics.
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Lords of the Underworld by Gena Showalter
Centers on cursed immortal warriors who carry the demons of Pandora’s box within them, each book explores the story of one warrior finding love amidst chaos.
Dark Hunter by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Follows an immortal band of warriors sworn to protect mankind from darkness, blending Greek mythology, vampires, and timeless romance.
Dark Protectors by Rebecca Zanetti
Vampires, shifters, and witches defend their mates and race against threats in a dangerous, seductive world.
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Dragonfury by Coreene Callahan
Enter a modern world where dragon-shifters band together as warriors, protecting their existence from rival factions and human threats. They fight for survival and love in a world filled with enemies and internal conflicts.
Last True Vampire by Kate Baxter
Features the ultimate vampire warrior determined to resurrect his dying race. Along the way, he discovers love that defies centuries, with a woman whose presence challenges and completes his mission.
Contemporary Romance Books Like Black Dagger Brotherhood
If the “Black Dagger Brotherhood” and its crew of brooding, muscle-bound alpha males have left you with a taste for romance that’s as intense as a double-shot espresso, get ready to meet their contemporary counterpart books like Black Dagger Brotherhood. No fangs, same energy.
Killer Instincts by Elle Kennedy
It may come as no surprise here but I feel like the type of PNR that we get in the BDB series closely resembles a team of ex-military alpha males. There’s something about the element of danger, life and death battles, and did I mention the alpha males? And what better series to recommend that one of my all time favorites in the genre. Military security, female assassins, family and team bonding, sexy times and … yes alpha males! LOL
Black Ops Inc by Cindy Gerard
You might be thinking that this series doesn’t sound like it has anything remotely similar to the BDB series, but I can assure you there are plenty similarities. When I first started reading this series, I couldn’t help but think that this series’ humor and tone very much reminded me of the BDB. The heroes of this series are all alpha and possessive in their own ways, making me love them even more. Even the banter between all the guys mirrors some of my favorite series in the BDB series. So if you’re looking for a Contemporary setting but with the same level of action and suspense, then hopefully you’ll love this series too!
Masters of the Shadowlands by Cherise Sinclair
Since BDB is known for its alpha male heroes, we decided to take it to the extreme and go for a V-themed picked. Sinclair’s Masters of the Shadowlands is filled to the brim with dominant alpha males. The only difference is that there is no paranormal element in this series. But Sinclair makes up for it with the hotter-than-hell sex scenes!
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I’ve read about half of those series and totally agree that they are great BDB adjacent choices. Someday I’ll get to the others. Can’t wait to read The Beloved.
I wish I had seen this blog earlier. Here’s a self-recommendation for the completed Blood Coven Series by T. M. Smith that is what readers may want to begin after the BDB.