Alyssa Maxwell Reading Order
2 series · 23 books
Alyssa Maxwell crafts historical mysteries set against the elegant backdrop of Gilded Age Newport, Rhode Island, where she weaves intricate puzzles through gas-lit streets and privileged society. Her two interconnected series, A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery and the Gilded Newport Mysteries, feature protagonists from different social classes who navigate crime, secrets, and scandal in the opulent world of the late 19th century. With over two decades of work spanning both series, Maxwell has established herself as a leading voice in historical mystery fiction.
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A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery Series
Ongoing9 books (2015–2025)
Alyssa Maxwell's A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery series comprises nine books published between 2015 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. The mysteries should be read in publication order, beginning with Murder Most Malicious and continuing through Two Weddings and a Murder. Each book stands as a complete mystery while contributing to the larger arc of the series, offering readers a blend of suspenseful plots and character development across the full collection.
Start with Murder Most Malicious, the first of 9 books in the A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery series.
Start this series with Murder Most Malicious
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Gilded Newport Mysteries Series
Ongoing14 books (2014–2026)
The Gilded Newport Mysteries series by Alyssa Maxwell comprises thirteen mystery novels published between 2014 and 2025, with the series currently ongoing. Each book centers on murders occurring at a different grand mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, and should be read in publication order beginning with Murder at Marble House. The series follows a consistent investigative framework while moving through various iconic estates throughout the wealthy enclave.
Start with Murder at Marble House, the first of 13 books in the Gilded Newport Mysteries series.
Start this series with Murder at Marble House
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Alyssa Maxwell written?
- Alyssa Maxwell has written 23 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Alyssa Maxwell series?
- Here are the first books in Alyssa Maxwell's series: A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery: Murder Most Malicious; Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at Marble House.
- What order should I read Alyssa Maxwell's books?
- We recommend reading Alyssa Maxwell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Alyssa Maxwell still writing new books?
- Yes, Alyssa Maxwell has 2 ongoing series: A Lady & Lady's Maid Mystery, Gilded Newport Mysteries.