Ann H. Gabhart Reading Order

2 books (1987–1987)

Ann H. Gabhart's Crosswinds series consists of two complete books published in 1987, blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction elements. Both A Kindred Spirit and Gifting should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. This concise series offers a standalone entry point into the author's early work across multiple genres.

Start with A Kindred Spirit and read in order.

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1	A Kindred Spirit 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Gifting 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1982–1986)

The First Love series is a complete four-book collection of young adult romance novels published between 1982 and 1986. Each standalone entry explores different characters and relationships, though all share the series' focus on romantic themes appropriate for teen readers. Begin with A Rainbow for Alison and continue through The Frog Princess, A Chance Hero, and The Look of Eagles in publication order to experience the full series as intended by Ann H. Gabhart and her co-authors.

Start with A Rainbow for Alison(By: Maud Johnson), the first of 4 books in the First Love series.

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1	A Rainbow for Alison(By: Maud Johnson) 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Frog Princess(By: Cheryl Zach) 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Chance Hero 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Look of Eagles 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2015–2017)

The Hidden Springs Mysteries series by Ann H. Gabhart consists of three complete mysteries published between 2015 and 2017. These standalone yet interconnected novels—Murder at the Courthouse, Murder Comes by Mail, and Murder is No Accident—should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the unfolding mystery plots. The series blends mystery, historical fiction, and romance elements across its three installments.

Start with Murder at the Courthouse and read in order.

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1	Murder at the Courthouse 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Murder Comes by Mail 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Murder is No Accident 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2006–2006)

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1	Angels at the Crossroads 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2010–2014)

The Rosey Corner series comprises three complete historical fiction novels by Ann H. Gabhart, published between 2010 and 2014. Begin with Angel Sister and continue through Small Town Girl and Love Comes Home in publication order. Each book builds on the previous story, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the narrative arc across this Kentucky-set trilogy.

Start with Angel Sister and read in order.

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1	Angel Sister 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Small Town Girl 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Love Comes Home 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (2008–2015)

Ann H. Gabhart's Shaker series comprises seven complete novels published between 2008 and 2015, blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction with young adult appeal. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Outsider and continuing through The Believer, The Seeker, The Blessed, The Gifted, Christmas at Harmony Hill, and concluding with The Innocent. This finished series draws on Gabhart's background in both fiction and non-fiction to explore interconnected stories within a historical setting.

Start with The Outsider, the first of 7 books in the Shaker series.

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1	The Outsider 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Believer 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Seeker 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Blessed 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Gifted 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Christmas at Harmony Hill 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Innocent 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

21 books (1978–2026)

Ann H. Gabhart has written 20 standalone novels across multiple genres including mystery, romance, historical fiction, and young adult literature, published from 1978 to 2025 with the series remaining ongoing. While each book can be read independently, readers should follow publication order beginning with A Forbidden Yearning to experience the author's works in the sequence they were written. The collection spans diverse settings and themes, from Appalachian stories like These Healing Hills and An Appalachian Summer to contemporary narratives such as Freak of the Week and Discovery at Coyote Point.

Start with A Forbidden Yearning, the first of 20 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	A Forbidden Yearning 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Heart Divided 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Wish Come True 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Only in Sunshine 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Discovery At Coyote Point 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	For Shelia 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Two of a Kind 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Bridge to Courage 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Secrets to Tell 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Words Spoken True 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Freak of the Week 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	These Healing Hills 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	River to Redemption 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Refuge 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	An Appalachian Summer 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Along a Storied Trail 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	When the Meadow Blooms 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	In the Shadow of the River 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	The Song of Sourwood Mountain 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	The Pursuit of Elena Bradford 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	A Chance for Kallie Mae 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2005–2008)

The Heart of Hollyhill is a complete trilogy by Ann H. Gabhart published between 2005 and 2008. The series comprises three books—The Scent of Lilacs, Orchard of Hope, and Summer of Joy—which should be read in publication order. Blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction, this series appeals to readers seeking character-driven narratives set against richly detailed backdrops.

Start with The Scent of Lilacs and read in order.

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1	The Scent of Lilacs 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Orchard of Hope 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Summer of Joy 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible