





Knitting in the City
6 books
Here are 6 books from the Knitting in the City series by Penny Reid. Start with Neanderthal Seeks Human (2013), then read the rest in the order below.
Books in order

Neanderthal Seeks Human
Penny Reid
Janie Morris is a woman who overshares when nervous, and no one makes her more flustered than the impossibly attractive Quinn Sullivan. After a spectacularly bad day leaves her jobless and homeless, Janie finds Quinn unexpectedly present in her life, a constant, unnerving reminder of her misfortunes. To her surprise, Quinn makes her an offer that could change everything, forcing Janie to confront her anxieties and her undeniable attraction to him. This charming romantic comedy explores themes of self-discovery, unexpected connections, and the humor found in life's most chaotic moments.

Friends Without Benefits
Penny Reid
Elizabeth Finney is almost always right—about music, relationships, and the dangers of getting involved with a man who once made her childhood miserable. When Nico reenters her life, their shared history and undeniable chemistry challenge Elizabeth’s carefully held convictions, forcing both of them to reconsider whether old wounds can make room for something new. Set against a lively world of friendship, wit, and romantic misadventure, this contemporary romantic comedy explores second chances, emotional growth, and the complicated line between rivalry and attraction. As the second standalone novel in the Knitting in the City series, it delivers Penny Reid’s signature blend of sharp humor, heartfelt connection, and unconventional romance.

Love Hacked
Penny Reid
Psychotherapist Sandra Fielding has a talent for making first dates cry—and for choosing safe, predictable men who never challenge her carefully ordered life. After another disastrous evening, she gives in to an impulsive encounter with Alex, the enigmatic, argumentative waiter who has served her for years and seems entirely wrong for her in every way, including their age difference. As Sandra struggles to put aside her professional instincts, she must confront the secrets, vulnerabilities, and unexpected desires that make Alex impossible to resist. A witty, heartfelt contemporary romance about breaking out of familiar patterns, embracing the unexpected, and discovering that love does not always follow the rules.

Beauty and the Mustache
Penny Reid
Former beauty queen Ashley Winston has built a life far from her Tennessee hometown, using distance—and a healthy dose of escapism—to avoid the family and memories she left behind. When circumstances draw her back, she is forced to confront her complicated past, her unconventional family, and Drew Runous, a deeply sensitive, gentle, and remarkably well-read man whose quiet strength challenges her assumptions. Blending sharp wit, heartfelt romance, and memorable family dynamics, this novel explores vulnerability, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to come home. Penny Reid’s signature humor and emotional insight make this a tender, captivating story about finding connection in unexpected places.

Marriage of Inconvenience
Penny Reid
When billionaire heiress Kat Tanner’s carefully constructed quiet life is threatened by the legacy she left behind, she must marry immediately to avert disaster. Her choice is Dan O’Malley—a trustworthy, single man she believes has no romantic feelings for her, making him the perfect partner for a strictly practical arrangement. But as family expectations, buried identities, and unexpected attraction collide, their marriage of convenience becomes far more complicated than either anticipated. Blending witty banter, heartfelt emotion, and contemporary romantic comedy, this standalone novel explores love, trust, family legacy, and the risks of rewriting one’s past.

Happily Ever Ninja
Penny Reid
After fourteen years of marriage, Fiona and Greg Archer have built a life around long separations, demanding careers, and raising their children—yet their carefully managed routine is beginning to unravel. When Greg’s latest assignment brings danger, secrets, and an unexpected crisis into their lives, the couple must confront the distance that has grown between them and rediscover what first brought them together. Blending sharp wit, heartfelt romance, domestic chaos, and a dash of international action, this contemporary romantic comedy explores the challenges of love, family, identity, and starting over within a long-term marriage. As the fifth standalone novel in the Knitting in the City series, it combines Penny Reid’s signature banter and quirky ensemble cast with a more mature, emotionally layered take on happily ever after.