Anna Jacobs Reading Order

4 books (1994–2016)

Anna Jacobs has compiled four complete anthologies across two decades, beginning with Summer of Love in 1994 and concluding with Writing the Dream in 2016. These literary and non-fiction collections should be read in publication order to experience how the series evolved over time. The four volumes are Summer of Love, Recipes for Crime, Loves Me, Loves Me Not, and Writing the Dream.

Start with Summer of Love, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	Summer of Love 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Recipes for Crime 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Loves Me, Loves Me Not 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Writing the Dream 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2021–2023)

Anna Jacobs' Backshaw Moss trilogy consists of three literary fiction novels published between 2021 and 2023. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Valley Dream, followed by A Valley Secret, and concluding with A Valley Wedding. The trilogy appears to be complete.

Start with A Valley Dream and read in order.

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1	A Valley Dream 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Valley Secret 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Valley Wedding 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2019–2020)

Anna Jacobs' Birch End trilogy consists of three literary fiction novels published between 2019 and 2020. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Daughter's Journey, followed by A Widow's Courage, and concluding with A Woman's Promise.

Start with A Daughter's Journey and read in order.

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1	A Daughter's Journey 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Widow's Courage 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Woman's Promise 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2009–2011)

The Blake Sisters series by Anna Jacobs consists of three interconnected novels published between 2009 and 2011. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Farewell to Lancashire, followed by Beyond The Sunset, and concluding with Destiny's Path. This finished series combines literary fiction storytelling across its carefully sequenced books.

Start with Farewell to Lancashire and read in order.

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1	Farewell to Lancashire 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Beyond The Sunset 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Destiny's Path 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1993–2010)

The Chronicles of Tenebrak is a five-book fantasy series by Anna Jacobs published between 1993 and 2010. The complete sequence should be read in publication order, beginning with Quest and continuing through Lands of Nowhere, Shadow of the Serpent, Tenebrak the Founding, and concluding with The Price of Wisdom. This finished series offers a substantial fantasy narrative arc spanning nearly two decades of publication.

Start with Quest, the first of 5 books in the Chronicles of Tenebrak series.

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1	Quest 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Lands of Nowhere 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Shadow of the Serpent 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Tenebrak, the Founding 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Price of Wisdom 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2024–2026)

The Eastby End Saga is an ongoing literary fiction series by Anna Jacobs consisting of three books published between 2024 and 2026. Read the series in publication order, beginning with The Nurses of Eastby End, followed by The Secrets of Eastby End, and Hope Comes to Eastby End. The series is still in development with additional installments planned.

Start with The Nurses of Eastby End and read in order.

4 books (2017–2019)

The Ellindale Saga is a four-book literary fiction series by Anna Jacobs published between 2017 and 2019. The complete series follows publication order beginning with One Quiet Woman and concluding with One Perfect Family. Each installment builds on the previous story, making it essential to read these books sequentially for full narrative continuity.

Start with One Quiet Woman, the first of 4 books in the Ellindale Saga series.

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1	One Quiet Woman 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	One Kind Man 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	One Special Village 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	One Perfect Family 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2013–2015)

The Greyladies series by Anna Jacobs consists of three complete novels published between 2013 and 2015. This literary fiction series should be read in publication order, beginning with Heir to Greyladies, followed by Mistress of Greyladies, and concluding with Legacy of Greyladies. The trilogy follows a connected narrative across its three installments.

Start with Heir to Greyladies and read in order.

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1	Heir to Greyladies 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mistress of Greyladies 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Legacy of Greyladies 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2017–2019)

Anna Jacobs' complete Honeyfield trilogy spans from 2017 to 2019 and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Stranger in Honeyfield, followed by The Honeyfield Bequest, and concluding with Peace Comes to Honeyfield. This three-book series offers a finished narrative arc for readers seeking a self-contained story.

Start with A Stranger in Honeyfield and read in order.

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1	A Stranger in Honeyfield 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Honeyfield Bequest 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Peace Comes to Honeyfield 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2013–2015)

Anna Jacobs's Hope trilogy comprises three standalone yet connected novels published between 2013 and 2015. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Place of Hope, followed by In Search of Hope, and concluding with A Time for Hope. This complete series is told across three interconnected narratives that explore themes of resilience and personal discovery.

Start with A Place of Hope and read in order.

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1	A Place of Hope 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	In Search of Hope 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Time for Hope 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2022–2024)

Anna Jacobs' Jubilee Lake series consists of three literary fiction novels published between 2022 and 2024, with more books to come. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Silver Wishes, followed by Golden Dreams, and Diamond Promises. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential for following the story's development.

Start with Silver Wishes and read in order.

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1	Silver Wishes 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Golden Dreams 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Diamond Promises 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2007–2008)

Anna Jacobs' Lady Bingram's Aides series consists of two complete novels published between 2007 and 2008. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with Tomorrow's Promises followed by Yesterday's Girl. This literary fiction series offers a finished narrative arc across its two installments.

Start with Tomorrow's Promises and read in order.

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1	Tomorrow's Promises 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Yesterday's Girl 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2022–2024)

Anna Jacobs's Larch Tree Lane series currently comprises four books published between 2022 and 2024, with the sequence continuing to expand. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Larch Tree Lane, followed by Hawthorn Close, Lavender Lane, and Magnolia Gardens. This ongoing literary fiction series is best experienced as a connected narrative from the first book onward.

Start with Larch Tree Lane, the first of 4 books in the Larch Tree Lane series.

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1	Larch Tree Lane 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Hawthorn Close 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Lavender Lane 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Magnolia Gardens 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2011–2011)

3 books (2019–2020)

Anna Jacobs' Penny Lake trilogy consists of three interconnected novels published between 2019 and 2020. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Changing Lara, followed by Finding Cassie, and concluding with Marrying Simone. Each book builds on the previous installment, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the narrative arc.

Start with Changing Lara and read in order.

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1	Changing Lara 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Finding Cassie 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Marrying Simone 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2014–2019)

Anna Jacobs' Peppercorn Street series consists of five complete novels published between 2014 and 2019, with the final installment arriving in 2019. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Peppercorn Street and continuing through Cinnamon Gardens, Bay Tree Cottage, Saffron Lane, and concluding with Christmas in Peppercorn Street. Each entry builds on the stories and characters established in previous volumes, making sequential reading essential for full enjoyment of the series.

Start with Peppercorn Street, the first of 5 books in the Peppercorn Street series.

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1	Peppercorn Street 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Cinnamon Gardens 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Bay Tree Cottage 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Saffron Lane 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Christmas in Peppercorn Street 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2015–2017)

The Rivenshaw series consists of four complete literary fiction novels published between 2015 and 2017 by Anna Jacobs. These interconnected stories should be read in publication order, beginning with A Time for Renewal and continuing through Time to Remember, A Time to Rejoice, and concluding with Gifts For Our Time. The series follows connected narratives set in the same community, with each book building on the events and relationships established in previous installments.

Start with A Time for Renewal, the first of 4 books in the Rivenshaw series.

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1	A Time for Renewal 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Time to Remember 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Time to Rejoice 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Gifts For Our Time 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2012–2022)

Anna Jacobs has published three short story collections between 2012 and 2022, with the series appearing to be complete. The collections should be read in publication order, beginning with Short and Sweet, followed by The Cotton Lass and Other Stories, and concluding with The Best Valentine's Day Ever and other stories. These literary works showcase Jacobs' skill in crafting concise, compelling narratives across multiple standalone pieces.

Start with Short and Sweet and read in order.

29 books (1992–2025)

Anna Jacobs has written 29 standalone novels published between 1992 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each book functions as an independent entry, though readers should follow publication order to experience the author's literary evolution. The collection spans literary fiction and non-fiction, beginning with Persons of Rank and continuing through titles such as Envoy, Jessie, A Proper Match, and The Corrigan Legacy, among others.

Start with Persons of Rank, the first of 29 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	Persons of Rank 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Envoy 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Jessie 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Like No Other 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	A Proper Match 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Seasons of Love 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	A Forbidden Embrace 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Mistress of Marymoor 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Replenish the Earth 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Change of Season 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Marrying Miss Martha 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	An Independent Woman 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	The Wishing Well 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	The Corrigan Legacy 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Family Connections 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Kirsty's Vineyard 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Chestnut Lane 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Freedom's Land 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	In Focus 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Saving Willowbrook 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Licence to Dream 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	The Northern Lady 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	The Sword of Azaray 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	Moving On 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	Winds of Change 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	Marrying a Stranger 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	Tomorrow's Path 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28	A Very Special Christmas 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29	Miranda's Family 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1994–1997)

Anna Jacobs' Gibson Family series spans five complete novels published between 1994 and 1997, following the interconnected lives of a family across generations. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Salem Street and continuing through High Street, Hallam Square, Ridge Hill, and concluding with Spinners Lake. This literary fiction saga unfolds the family's experiences and relationships within a richly detailed setting over the course of the series.

Start with Salem Street, the first of 5 books in the The Gibson Family series.

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1	Salem Street 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	High Street 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Hallam Square 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Ridge Hill 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Spinners Lake 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1999–2003)

The Kershaw Sisters is a four-book historical fiction series by Anna Jacobs following the lives of four sisters across multiple generations. Published between 1999 and 2003, the complete series should be read in publication order beginning with Our Lizzie, followed by Our Polly, Our Eva, and Our Mary Ann. Each novel focuses on a different sister's experiences and the challenges she faces during her lifetime.

Start with Our Lizzie, the first of 4 books in the The Kershaw Sisters series.

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1	Our Lizzie 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Our Polly 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Our Eva 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Our Mary Ann 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2000–2001)

The Lancashire Settlers is a two-book historical fiction series by Anna Jacobs, published between 2000 and 2001. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Lancashire Lass followed by Lancashire Legacy. These standalone yet connected novels explore themes of family and heritage set against the backdrop of Lancashire's history.

Start with Lancashire Lass and read in order.

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1	Lancashire Lass 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Lancashire Legacy 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2003–2005)

Anna Jacobs's Michaels Family trilogy spans three books published between 2003 and 2005, following the saga through A Pennyworth of Sunshine, Twopenny Rainbows, and Threepenny Dreams. This complete series should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. The books trace the interconnected lives of the Michaels family as they navigate challenges and personal growth across the early twentieth century.

Start with A Pennyworth of Sunshine and read in order.

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1	A Pennyworth of Sunshine 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Twopenny Rainbows 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Threepenny Dreams 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2005–2006)

The Preston Sisters series by Anna Jacobs consists of four interconnected novels published between 2005 and 2006. The books follow the Preston family across multiple generations in Lancashire, and should be read in publication order beginning with Pride of Lancashire, followed by Bright Day Dawning, Heart of the Town, and Star of the North. This complete series offers a sweeping family saga set against the backdrop of Lancashire's industrial landscape.

Start with Pride of Lancashire, the first of 4 books in the The Preston Sisters/Preston Family series.

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1	Pride of Lancashire 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Bright Day Dawning 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Heart of the Town 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Star of the North 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2002–2005)

Anna Jacobs completed this two-book literary fiction series between 2002 and 2005, following the Staley family across Down Weavers Lane and Calico Road. Read these novels in publication order to experience the full narrative arc, beginning with Down Weavers Lane.

Start with Down Weavers Lane and read in order.

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1	Down Weavers Lane 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Calico Road 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2011–2014)

The Traders is a five-book historical fiction series by Anna Jacobs, published between 2011 and 2014 and now complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Trader's Wife and concluding with The Trader's Reward. This series follows interconnected stories spanning the mid-nineteenth century as characters navigate trade, family, and personal ambitions across England and beyond.

Start with The Trader's Wife, the first of 5 books in the The Traders series.

#	Title
1	The Trader's Wife 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Trader's Dream 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Trader's Sister 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Trader's Gift 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Trader's Reward 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2021–2023)

Anna Jacobs' Waterfront series comprises three literary fiction novels published between 2021 and 2023. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Mara's Choice, followed by Sarah's Gift, and concluding with Paula's Way. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Mara's Choice and read in order.

#	Title
1	Mara's Choice 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Sarah's Gift 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Paula's Way 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2010–2012)

This complete trilogy by Anna Jacobs follows the lives of interconnected characters in Wiltshire across three novels published between 2010 and 2012. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Cherry Tree Lane, followed by Elm Tree Road, and concluding with Yew Tree Gardens. Each book builds upon the previous installment to tell the full arc of the Wiltshire girls' stories.

Start with Cherry Tree Lane and read in order.

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1	Cherry Tree Lane 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Elm Tree Road 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Yew Tree Gardens 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible