Cathy Ace Reading Order
4 series · 31 books
Cathy Ace is a prolific author known for her engaging mystery novels, blending intrigue with rich character development. With 31 titles spanning four series—Cait Morgan, WISE Enquiries Agency, as well as standalone novels and short story collections—she captivates readers from 2008 to 2026. Her most notable works showcase her unique storytelling style and keen understanding of human psychology.
Cait Morgan Series
Ongoing15 books (2012–2025)
Start with The Corpse with the Silver Tongue, the first of 15 books in the Cait Morgan series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Corpse with the Silver Tongue 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Corpse with the Golden Nose 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Corpse with the Emerald Thumb 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Corpse with the Platinum Hair 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Corpse with the Diamond Hand 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Corpse with the Sapphire Eyes 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Corpse with the Garnet Face 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Corpse with the Ruby Lips 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Corpse with the Crystal Skull 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Corpse with the Granite Heart 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Corpse with the Iron Will 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Corpse with the Turquoise Toes 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Corpse with the Opal Fingers 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | The Corpse with the Pearly Smile 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Corpse with the Amber Neck 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2008–2017)
Start with Murder Knows No Season and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Wrong Boy 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
WISE Enquiries Agency Series
Ongoing13 books (2015–2026)
Start with The Case of the Dotty Dowager, the first of 13 books in the WISE Enquiries Agency series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Case of the Dotty Dowager 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Case of the Missing Morris Dancer 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Case of the Curious Cook 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Case of the Unsuitable Suitor 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Case of the Absent Heirs 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Case of the Disgraced Duke 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Case of the Cursed Cottage 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Case of the Uninvited Undertaker 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Case of the Bereaved Butler 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Case of the Secretive Secretary 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Case of the Devious Daughter 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Case of the Unfortunate Fortune Teller 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Case of the Petrified Potter 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Cathy Ace written?
- Cathy Ace has written 31 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Cathy Ace series?
- Here are the first books in Cathy Ace's series: Cait Morgan: The Corpse with the Silver Tongue; Short Story Collections: Murder Knows No Season; WISE Enquiries Agency: The Case of the Dotty Dowager.
- What order should I read Cathy Ace's books?
- We recommend reading Cathy Ace's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Cathy Ace still writing new books?
- Yes, Cathy Ace has 2 ongoing series: Cait Morgan, WISE Enquiries Agency.