A.J. Rivers Reading Order
9 series · 110 books
A.J. Rivers is a prolific author specializing in gripping mystery and thriller novels. With 110 books spanning nine series, including popular titles like Ava James FBI Mystery and Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries, Rivers has captivated readers with her compelling storytelling. Active from 2019 to 2026, she has made a significant mark in the genre with her engaging narratives and intricate plots.
Ava James FBI Mystery Series
Ongoing21 books (2021–2026)
Start with Ava James and the Ivy Grove / The Woman at the Masked Gala, the first of 21 books in the Ava James FBI Mystery series.
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| 1 | Ava James and the Ivy Grove / The Woman at the Masked Gala 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Ava James and the Forgotten Bones 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Cabin on Willow Lake 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Couple Next Door 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Ghost of Christmas 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Lake House 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Behind the Mask 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Murder in the Moonlight 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Rescue 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Art of Murder 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Girl in Hawaii 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Good Doctor 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Housewife Killer 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | The Invitation 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Librarian 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | The Woman in the Window 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Secrets in the Acadia 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | The Forgotten Girls 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | The Hidden Vendetta 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | The Perfect Lie 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | The Last Hunt 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Bella Walker FBI Mystery Series
Likely Complete3 books (2023–2023)
Start with Murder on the Sea and read in order.
Dean Steele Series
Ongoing14 books (2022–2025)
Start with The Woman in the Woods, the first of 14 books in the Dean Steele series.
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| 1 | The Woman in the Woods 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | No Escape 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Garden of Secrets 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Killer Among Us 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Last Survivors 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Death by Midnight 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Murder in Twilight Cove 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Playing with Fire 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Convict 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Last Promise 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Woman in the Attic 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Hidden Intentions 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Great Betrayal 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Under the Mask 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Detective Riley Quinn Pine Brooke Mystery Series
Ongoing9 books (2024–2026)
Start with Murder in the Pines, the first of 9 books in the Detective Riley Quinn Pine Brooke Mystery series.
Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries Series
Ongoing42 books (2019–2026)
Start with The Girl in Cabin 13, the first of 42 books in the Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries series.
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| 1 | The Girl in Cabin 13 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Dangerous Waters 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Girl Next Door 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Girl That Vanished 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Girl and the Black Christmas 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Girl and the Deadly End 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Girl and the Deadly Express 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Girl and the Field of Bones 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Girl and the Hunt 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Girl and the Secret Society 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Girl in the Manor 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Girl and the Cursed Lake 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Girl and the Dragon's Island 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | The Girl and the Midnight Murder 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Girl and the Silent Night 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | The Girl and the Unlucky 13 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | The Girl in the Woods 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | The Girl and the 7 Deadly Sins 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | The Girl and the Last Sleepover 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | The Girl and the Twisted End 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | The Girl in Apartment 9 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | The Girl and the Deadly Secrets 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | The Girl and the Secret Passage 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | The Girl and the Unexpected Gifts 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | The Girl on the Road 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 | The Girl Who Remembers 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | The Girl and the Bride 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | The Girl and the Garden of Bones 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | The Girl and the Inmate 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 | The Girl and the Lies 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 | The Girl in Her Cabin 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 | The Girl in the Dark 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | The Girl Who Disappeared 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 | The Girl and the Hidden Truth 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 | The Girl and the Last Game 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 | The Girl and the Last Scene 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 | The Girl in the Field 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 | The Girl on the Run 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 | The Girl Who Survived 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 | The Girl and the Hidden Place 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 41 | The Girl and the Hidden Trail 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 42 | The Girl on the Outside 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Emma Griffin FBI Mystery Retro - Limited Series
Likely Complete5 books (2022–2023)
Start with The Girl and the Christmas Past, the first of 5 books in the Emma Griffin FBI Mystery Retro - Limited series.
Juniper Springs Mystery Series
Ongoing9 books (2025–2026)
Start with The Chase, the first of 9 books in the Juniper Springs Mystery series.
Sarah Cross FBI Mystery Thriller Series
Ongoing4 books (2026–2026)
Start with Blood in the Hills, the first of 4 books in the Sarah Cross FBI Mystery Thriller series.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2019–2026)
Start with Edge of the Woods and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has A.J. Rivers written?
- A.J. Rivers has written 110 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2019 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each A.J. Rivers series?
- Here are the first books in A.J. Rivers's series: Ava James FBI Mystery: Ava James and the Ivy Grove / The Woman at the Masked Gala; Bella Walker FBI Mystery: Murder on the Sea; Dean Steele: The Woman in the Woods; Detective Riley Quinn Pine Brooke Mystery: Murder in the Pines; Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries: The Girl in Cabin 13.
- What order should I read A.J. Rivers's books?
- We recommend reading A.J. Rivers's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is A.J. Rivers still writing new books?
- Yes, A.J. Rivers has 7 ongoing series: Ava James FBI Mystery, Dean Steele, Detective Riley Quinn Pine Brooke Mystery, Emma Griffin FBI Mysteries, Juniper Springs Mystery and 2 more.