The Drakes of California books in order

The Drakes of California series by Zuri Day follows a wealthy African American family through ten books of romance, ambition, and family loyalty.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Diamond Dreams 2012 Zuri Day Buy
2 Champagne Kisses 2012 Zuri Day Buy
3 Platinum Promises 2013 Zuri Day Buy
4 Solid Gold Seduction 2013 Zuri Day Buy
5 Secret Silver Nights 2014 Zuri Day Buy
6 Crystal Caress 2015 Zuri Day Buy
7 Silken Embrace 2015 Zuri Day Buy
8 Sapphire Attraction 2016 Zuri Day Buy
9 Lavish Loving 2017 Zuri Day Buy
10 Decadent Desire 2017 Zuri Day Buy

The Drakes of California is Zuri Day’s flagship series, running ten books from 2012 to 2017. The Drake family is wealthy, ambitious, and deeply connected, and each book follows a different family member as they navigate business pressures and personal desire.

The titles reflect the luxury that defines the Drake world: Diamond Dreams, Champagne Kisses, Platinum Promises, Solid Gold Seduction. Day builds the family dynamics across all ten books, with romantic storylines that intertwine with the family’s business empire. The series established Day as a leading voice in African American family saga romance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Drakes of California series?

There are ten books in the The Drakes of California series, published between 2012 and 2017.

What is the first book in the The Drakes of California series?

The first book in the The Drakes of California series is Diamond Dreams, published in 2012.

How many Drake family members get their own book?

The ten-book series covers multiple Drake siblings and cousins, with each book centering on a different family member’s romantic story. The series spans from Diamond Dreams (2012) to Decadent Desire (2017), giving most of the family their turn in the spotlight.

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