Ana Huang’s 'Twisted' could be Netflix's next steamy book adaptation after 'Bridgerton'

Jennifer McClellan, USA TODAY

10 January 2025 at 3:53 pm·2-min read

The clock is ticking until fans of Ana Huang’s steamy "Twisted" series can see their favorite complicated love interests in the flesh.

Netflix acquired the TV rights for “Twisted,” Huang’s dark romance novels that reign over the spicy section of BookTok in a seven-figure deal, according to the author’s publicist. USA TODAY reached out to Netflix for comment.

While no details on casting or production have been shared, it’s safe to say the show has a built-in audience with over 12 million copies sold and translation rights in 34 countries.

There are four books in the “Twisted” series:

Twisted Love (2021), Alex and Ava’s brother's-best-friend romance
Twisted Games (2021), Rhys and Bridget’s royal romance
Twisted Hate (2022), Josh and Jules’ enemies-to-lovers romance
Twisted Lies (2022), Christian and Stella’s fake-dating billionaire romance

Ana Huang is the author of the “Twisted” bestselling romance series, which Netflix acquired the TV rights to in a seven-figure deal.

While Huang is best known for her “Twisted” series, she’s a bestselling author of 13 books. Her latest, a steamy sports romance titled “The Striker,” was published in October and follows a top soccer player and former prima ballerina.

Her next book, “King of Envy,” is set for an April 29 release. The fifth book in her “Kings of Sin” series, it’s a romance about a morally gray billionaire hero that can be read as a standalone. She’s also set to publish “The Defender,” book two in the “Gods of the Game” series, in October.

Still looking for the right book? USA TODAY Books has you covered.

Taste is subjective, and USA TODAY Books has plenty of genres to recommend. If romantasy is your thing, check out books we suggest reading after "Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros. If you're into romance and mysteries, try these titles similar to "Verity" by Colleen Hoover. If you want something with lower stakes and loveable characters, see if a "cozy mystery" or "cozy fantasy" book is for you. If you want the most popular titles, check out USA TODAY’s Best-selling Booklist.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Ana Huang’s ultra steamy 'Twisted' books coming to Netflix

Hello!
Penny Lancaster shares devastating post as she marks husband Rod Stewart's milestone birthday
Penny Lancaster was a big of mixed emotions on Friday as although the television presenter was busy celebrating her husband Rod Stewart's milestone birthday she was also conscious of the wildfires raging across Los Angeles
BuzzFeed
“A Little Bonus”: Brooke Shields Just Detailed The Horrifying Moment A Surgeon Proudly Told Her He’d Given Her A Vaginal Rejuvenation Without Her Consent
Brooke recalled the doctor proudly revealing that he’d given her “a little bonus” after she underwent surgery for something else.
BuzzFeed
Mandy Moore Responded To People Online Who Said She Should Donate Her "Millions In The Bank" Instead Of Asking Her Followers To Give Money To A GoFundMe
"We just lost most of our life in a fire too."
BuzzFeed
"I Ditched Doing This Years Ago": People Are Revealing The "Appalling" Habits And Behaviors They Will No Longer Accept Now That They're Older
"I’m done trying to understand this."
Entertainment Weekly
Watch Jamie Lee Curtis recreate her iconic “Perfect” aerobics scene: 'A lot of thrusting'
The actress teamed up with Jimmy Fallon to show off her legendary hip-thrusting moves almost 40 years later on "The Tonight Show."
Cosmo
Only Anitta would wear a bikini with snow boots to go skiing
Anitta shared pics on IG from her ski holiday in Verbier, Switzerland that included a look at her unusual winter attire of a tiny black bikini and snow boots.
Hello!
Romeo Beckham reveals ultra-romantic tribute to new girlfriend Kim - and David Beckham would approve
Romeo Beckham has jetted off on a romantic holiday with his new girlfriend Kim Turnball. See details.
Yahoo News Australia
Aussie woman's epic $12 op shop find worth $1,000: 'Couldn’t believe it'
Heidi Eiser has shared her secret to success when shopping at charity stores.
Yahoo Finance AU
Dick Smith rips into Meta over 'unacceptable' Albanese scam: 'Under the board'
The businessman said it's a step too far and wants action done before Aussies lose their life savings.
Parade
Halle Berry Fans Flood Her With Prayers as Actress Shares Gut-Wrenching Photos From 'Uncontained' Palisades Fire
'Please stay safe,' the 'Monster's Ball' star cautioned.
WWD
Mikey Madison Takes on Burgundy Trend in Plunging Dress on ‘Jimmy Fallon’
The breakout star opened up about her Golden Globe-nominated role in "Anora."
PA Media: Entertainment
Mel Gibson: My home of over a decade burned down during Joe Rogan podcast
The Mad Max star described the loss as ’emotional’ and ‘devastating’.
The Independent
Denise Richards open up about sexual assault at 15: ‘I froze’
The actor subsequently left the Fox competition show after the second episode
HuffPost UK
Hugh Grant Names The 1 Film Of His That His Wife Is 'Banned' From Watching
"Everyone involved with that film, with the exception of me, was brilliant and talented," the Golden Globe winner insisted. "It was just me that let it down."
Yahoo Lifestyle
Woolworths shopper's 'genius' trick while camping: 'Saved me three hours'
One Aussie mum has shared her tip for getting around an annoying camping problem, with a hack that has been deemed "genius".
The Independent
Mandy Moore has blunt response to GoFundMe backlash after losing home in LA fire
The musician and actor instructed critics to: ‘Kindly F Off’
The Independent
Marie Osmond pays tribute to ‘loving brother’ Wayne as she confirms cause of death
Singer who sold millions of records with his family band The Osmonds died aged 73 last week
Yahoo Lifestyle
Home and Away star's big concern about character ahead of new season
Nicholas Cartwright, who plays Cash on Home and Away, has hinted at his future on the show after taking 'hit after hit'.
The Daily Beast
tWitch’s Mom Blasts His Widow Over ‘Misleading and Hurtful Claims’
The mother of Stephen “tWitch” Boss says she can no longer remain silent after his widow, Allison Holker, made a number of bombshell claims about him in her new memoir. Holker’s book entitled This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light is set to be released next month and details her life with the beloved dancer and DJ prior to his death by suicide in 2022. Holker, who started dating Boss after they both starred in Season 7 of So You Think You Can Dance, told People magazine that s
BuzzFeed
“They Didn’t Ask For This Life”: Brenda Song Recalled The Public Outing That Prompted Her And Macaulay Culkin To Keep Their Kids Away From The Public Eye
Brenda also revealed the previously unknown name of their second son, who was born in 2022.

Still looking for the right book? USA TODAY Books has you covered.

Latest stories