Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Careless | 2025 | Carrie Ann Ryan | Buy |
| 2 | Legacy | 2026 | Carrie Ann Ryan | Buy |
| 3 | Crossroads | 2026 | Carrie Ann Ryan | Buy |
| 4 | Westward | 2026 | Carrie Ann Ryan | Buy |
| 5 | Patience | 2026 | Carrie Ann Ryan | Buy |
Ashford Creek is one of Carrie Ann Ryan’s newer contemporary romance series, launched in 2025 with Careless. Set in the fictional small town of Ashford Creek, the series follows different residents as they deal with personal challenges and find unexpected love. The books are interconnected, with characters appearing across different installments.
The series features the tropes Ryan’s readers enjoy, including second chances, family bonds, and emotional conflict, all set against the backdrop of a rural community. With five books planned between 2025 and 2026, Ashford Creek represents Ryan’s continued expansion into small-town contemporary romance alongside her paranormal series.