Barbara Ross Reading Order
9 series · 83 books
Barbara Ross is a prolific mystery and thriller author who has published over eighty books across nine series since 1991. Her work spans cozy mysteries set in Maine, including the popular Lucy Stone and Jane Darrowfield series, as well as the Chief Ruth Murphy mysteries. Ross has also contributed significantly to anthology collections while maintaining an active publishing schedule extending into 2026.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete15 books (2006–2023)
Start with Seasmoke, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Seasmoke
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Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Series
Complete1 book (2010–2010)
Jane Darrowfield Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
Start with Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody and read in order.
Start this series with Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody
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Lucy Stone Series
Ongoing43 books (1991–2026)
Start with Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier), the first of 43 books in the Lucy Stone series.
Start this series with Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier)
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Maine Clambake Mystery Series
Ongoing16 books (2013–2024)
Start with Clammed Up, the first of 16 books in the Maine Clambake Mystery series.
Start this series with Clammed Up
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2016–2018)
Start with Eggnog Murder and read in order.
Start this series with Eggnog Murder
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Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete2 books (2022–2022)
Start with Hallowed Out and read in order.
Start this series with Hallowed Out
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleFrequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Barbara Ross written?
- Barbara Ross has written 83 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Barbara Ross series?
- Here are the first books in Barbara Ross's series: Anthologies: Seasmoke; Jane Darrowfield: Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody; Lucy Stone: Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier); Maine Clambake Mystery: Clammed Up; Short Story Collections: Eggnog Murder.
- What order should I read Barbara Ross's books?
- We recommend reading Barbara Ross's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Barbara Ross still writing new books?
- Yes, Barbara Ross has 2 ongoing series: Lucy Stone, Maine Clambake Mystery.