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Amanda Quick Reading Order

8 series Β· 49 books Β· Born 1948

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Arcane Society Series

Complete

7 books (2006–2011)

Amanda Quick's Arcane Society is a seven-book historical romance series published between 2006 and 2011, now complete. The books should be read in publication order beginning with Second Sight and concluding with The Scargill Cove Case Files. Each entry explores paranormal abilities and romantic entanglements set against historical backdrops, with the series spanning from Second Sight through Running Hot, Sizzle and Burn, The Third Circle, The Perfect Poison, and The Scargill Cove Case Files.

Start with Second Sight, the first of 7 books in the Arcane Society series.

Burning Cove Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2017–2023)

Amanda Quick's Burning Cove series comprises seven historical romance novels published between 2017 and 2023, following publication order from The Girl Who Knew Too Much through The Bride Wore White. The series appears to be complete as of 2023. Each book features different protagonists and storylines set against the backdrop of 1930s California, allowing readers to enjoy entries as standalones while gaining deeper appreciation of the world when read in sequence.

Start with The Girl Who Knew Too Much, the first of 7 books in the Burning Cove series.

Start this series with The Girl Who Knew Too Much

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Dreamlight Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2009–2010)

Amanda Quick's Dreamlight Trilogy is a complete historical romance series consisting of three books published between 2009 and 2010. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Fired Up, followed by Burning Lamp, and concluding with Midnight Crystal. This series represents Quick's work during her prolific period of historical romance writing, blending period settings with the romantic tension characteristic of her fiction.

Start with Fired Up and read in order.

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Midnight Crystal(By: Jayne Castle)

Ladies of Lantern Street Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2014)

Amanda Quick's Ladies of Lantern Street trilogy is a complete historical romance series published between 2012 and 2014, consisting of three standalone but interconnected novels. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Crystal Gardens, followed by The Mystery Woman, and concluding with Otherwise Engaged. Each entry features different protagonists while maintaining the series' historical romance setting and atmosphere.

Start with Crystal Gardens and read in order.

Lavinia Lake Series

Complete

3 books (2001–2002)

Amanda Quick's Lavinia Lake trilogy consists of three historical romance novels published between 2001 and 2002, following the interconnected lives of characters across the series. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Slightly Shady, followed by Don't Look Back, and concluding with Late for the Wedding. Each installment builds on the narrative foundation of the previous books, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciating the storylines.

Start with Slightly Shady and read in order.

Looking Glass Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2011)

Amanda Quick's Looking Glass trilogy consists of three complete novels published between 2010 and 2011 that should be read in publication order. The series begins with In Too Deep, followed by Canyons of Night (published under the author's Jayne Castle pen name), and concludes with Quicksilver. This historical romance trilogy blends romantic and historical fiction elements across its interconnected narrative.

Start with In Too Deep and read in order.

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Canyons of Night(By: Jayne Castle)
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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

19 books (1990–2016)

Amanda Quick's standalone novels series comprises 19 complete historical romance books published between 1990 and 2016, with each entry designed to be read independently. Readers new to the collection should begin with Seduction, the series opener, and may continue through the remaining titles in publication order, including Surrender, Rendezvous, Virtue, Scandal, and others through The Paid Companion. While each novel stands alone with its own plot and characters, following the publication sequence allows readers to experience the author's evolving style and storytelling approach across the full collection. The series blends historical fiction with romance across its complete, finished run.

Start with Seduction, the first of 19 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Vanza Series

Complete

4 books (1998–2005)

Amanda Quick's Vanza series consists of four historical romance novels published between 1998 and 2005. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with With This Ring, followed by I Thee Wed, Wicked Widow, and Lie by Moonlight. Each standalone entry can be enjoyed independently while contributing to the larger world of the series.

Start with With This Ring, the first of 4 books in the Vanza series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Amanda Quick written?
Amanda Quick has written 49 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1990 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Amanda Quick series?
Here are the first books in Amanda Quick's series: Arcane Society: Second Sight; Burning Cove: The Girl Who Knew Too Much; Dreamlight Trilogy: Fired Up; Ladies of Lantern Street: Crystal Gardens; Lavinia Lake: Slightly Shady.
What order should I read Amanda Quick's books?
We recommend reading Amanda Quick's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Amanda Quick's series complete?
Amanda Quick has 7 completed series.

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