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The Crimson Moth
The Crimson Moth is Kristen Ciccarelli's witch-and-witch-hunter romantasy duology, published as Heartless Hunter in the US and The Crimson Moth in the UK, with Rebel Witch as book two.
Author: Kristen Ciccarelli | Last checked: August 25, 2026.
Books in the series
| Book | Type | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Heartless Hunter / The Crimson Moth | Main book | Book one; title varies by market. |
| Rebel Witch | Main book | Book two; duology conclusion. |
Reading path
Start with Heartless Hunter in the US or The Crimson Moth in the UK, then read Rebel Witch. Penguin Random House lists the series as The Crimson Moth and includes both titles.
Reader fit
Choose it if you want a cat-and-mouse romance, witches, hunters, deception, forbidden attraction, and a compact duology rather than a sprawling universe. It is especially useful when you want YA-crossover tension with a strong romantic hook but not a dozen companion books.
What readers tend to notice
The title confusion is the first thing to solve for readers: Heartless Hunter and The Crimson Moth are the same first book in different markets. Once that is clear, the series is easy to pitch as witchy romantic suspense: Rune hides in plain sight, Gideon hunts witches, and the attraction works because both characters are dangerous to each other.
Readers who like deception, rebellion, disguises, and hunter/hunted tension tend to be the best fit. Readers wanting adult high-spice romantasy may prefer Crowns of Nyaxia or darker adult vampire routes.
Before you start
Be aware of the title difference by market so you do not accidentally think Heartless Hunter and The Crimson Moth are separate books.
Best reader match
Best for witchy romantasy, duologies, beginner-friendly shorter series, and books for readers who want tension without a huge reading order.
Choose this over...
Choose The Crimson Moth over Serpent and the Wings of Night when you want witches instead of vampires; choose Serpent when you want a darker adult competition story.
Quick decision guide
| Reader question | Best answer |
|---|---|
| Choose it if | You want witches, hunters, disguises, and forbidden attraction. |
| Skip it if | You want adult high-spice romantasy. |
| Best mood | Cat-and-mouse, witchy rebellion, dangerous secrets. |
| Best next click | Witchy Romantasy Books. |
Audiobook format
| Format | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard audiobook | Apple Books and retailer listings include unabridged audio for both titles. | Listeners who want the duology in traditional audio. |
| Dramatized adaptation | No GraphicAudio listing verified for this hub. | Use standard audio, ebook, or print. |
Where to buy or listen
Check current editions for The Crimson Moth. Availability, narration, price, and retailer listings can change by country.
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Reader FAQ
Is Heartless Hunter the same as The Crimson Moth?
Yes. Heartless Hunter is the US title; The Crimson Moth is the UK title for book one.
What comes after Heartless Hunter?
Read Rebel Witch.
Is The Crimson Moth complete?
Yes. It is a two-book series.
Who should read it?
Readers who want witchy romantic tension, deception, rebellion, and a shorter series.
What to read next
Try Witchy Romantasy Books, Crowns of Nyaxia, or Romantasy Duologies.