Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind Reading Order
11 series · 94 books · Born June 2, 1959
Barbara Samuel, also known as Barbara O’Neal and Ruth Wind, is a prolific author celebrated for her engaging women’s fiction and romance novels. With a remarkable output of 94 books across 11 series, including popular titles like The Red Creek Brothers and Men of the Land, she captivates readers with her rich storytelling and memorable characters. Active from 1989 to 2025, her works have garnered international acclaim and numerous accolades, solidifying her place in the literary world.
Anthologies Series
Complete6 books (1997–2016)
Start with Irish Magic, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Athena Force Series
Complete30 books (2004–2011)
Start with Alias(By: Amy J. Fetzer), the first of 30 books in the Athena Force series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Alias(By: Amy J. Fetzer) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Double-Cross(By: Meredith Fletcher) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Exposed(By: Katherine Garbera) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Justice(By: Debra Webb) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Proof(By: Justine Davis) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Pursued(By: Catherine Mann) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Promise(By: Debra Webb) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Checkmate(By: Doranna Durgin) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Contact(By: Evelyn Vaughn) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Countdown(As: Ruth Wind) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Deceived(By: Carla Cassidy) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Payback(By: Harper Allen) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Target(By: Cindy Dees) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Comeback(By: Doranna Durgin) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Flashback(By: Justine Davis) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Look-Alike(By: Meredith Fletcher) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Pawn(By: Carla Cassidy) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Charade(By: Kate Donovan) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Line of Sight(By: Rachel Caine) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Stacked Deck(By: Rachel Caine,Terry Watkins) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | The Good Thief(By: Judith Leon) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Vendetta(By: Meredith Fletcher) 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Beneath the Surface(By: Meredith Fletcher) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Breathless(By: Sharron McClellan) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | Disclosure(By: Nancy Holder) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Flashpoint(By: Connie Hall) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 |  Moving Target(By: Lori A. May) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | Untouchable(By: Stephanie Doyle) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 |  Without a Trace(By: Sandra K. Moore) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 | Exclusive(By: Katherine Garbera) 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Firstborn Sons Series
Complete4 books (2001–2001)
Start with Born Brave(As:Ruth Wind), the first of 4 books in the Firstborn Sons series.
Men of the Land Series
Complete2 books (1998–1999)
Start with Meant To Be Married and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (2011–2014)
Start with Celebration Book and read in order.
Rainsinger Series
Complete2 books (1994–1996)
Start with Walk In Beauty and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2013–2015)
Start with Dog Heart and read in order.
Sisters of the Mountain Series
Complete3 books (2006–2007)
Start with Juliet's Law and read in order.
St. Ives Family Series
Complete2 books (1999–2000)
Start with The Black Angel and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing35 books (1989–2025)
Start with Strangers on a Train(As: Ruth Wind), the first of 35 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Strangers on a Train(As: Ruth Wind) 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Light of Day 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Summer's Freedom(As: Ruth Wind) 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  A Minute to Smile(As: Ruth Wind) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Jezebel's Blues(As: Ruth Wind) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  A Bed of Spices 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  A Winter Ballad 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Breaking The Rules(As: Ruth Wind) 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Lucien's Fall 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Last Chance Ranch(As: Ruth Wind) 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Dancing Moon 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Heart of a Knight 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  For Christmas, Forever(As: Ruth Wind) 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  In the Midnight Rain 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  A Piece of Heaven 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | No Place Like Home 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Lady Luck's Map of Vegas 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  The Goddesses of Kitchen Avenue 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Madame Mirabou's School of Love / The Scent of Hours 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  The Diamond Secret(As: Ruth Wind) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | The Scent of Hours(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | The Lost Recipe for Happiness(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  The Secret of Everything(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  How to Bake a Perfect Life 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  The Garden of Happy Endings 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 | The Sleeping Night 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | The All You Can Dream Buffet 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | The Art of Inheriting Secrets(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | When We Believed in Mermaids(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 | The Lost Girls of Devon(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 | Write My Name Across the Sky(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 | This Place of Wonder(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | The Starfish Sisters(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 | Memories of the Lost(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 | The Last Letter of Rachel Ellsworth(As: Barbara O'Neal) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Red Creek Brothers / Last Roundup Series
Complete4 books (1997–2000)
Start with Her Ideal Man, the first of 4 books in the The Red Creek Brothers / Last Roundup series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind written?
- Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind has written 94 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1989 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind series?
- Here are the first books in Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind's series: Anthologies: Irish Magic; Athena Force: Alias(By: Amy J. Fetzer); Firstborn Sons: Born Brave(As:Ruth Wind); Men of the Land: Meant To Be Married; Non-Fiction: Celebration Book.
- What order should I read Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind's books?
- We recommend reading Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind still writing new books?
- Yes, Barbara Samuel / Barbara O’Neal / Ruth Wind has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.