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Deborah Challinor Reading Order

7 series · 22 books

Historical FictionLiterary FictionNon-FictionYoung Adult

Deborah Challinor is a distinguished New Zealand author and historian known for her captivating historical fiction. With an impressive portfolio that includes 22 books across 7 series, her most notable works feature the Children of War Trilogy and the Tamar Deane Trilogy. Active from 1998 until 2026, she has made significant contributions to literature, earning recognition as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her literary and historical achievements.

Children Of War Trilogy/Tamar Deane Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (1998–2005)

Start with Tamar and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Tamar
Tamar
1998Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of White Feathers
White Feathers
2003Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Blue Smoke
Blue Smoke
2005Buy 🇺🇸

Convict Girls Series

Complete

4 books (2012–2016)

Start with Behind the Sun, the first of 4 books in the Convict Girls series.

#Title
1
Cover of Behind the Sun
Behind the Sun
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Girl of Shadows
Girl of Shadows
2013Buy 🇺🇸
3
A Tattooed Heart
2016Buy 🇺🇸
4
The Silk Thief
2016Buy 🇺🇸

From the Ashes/The Restless Years Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2019–2022)

Start with From the Ashes and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of From the Ashes
From the Ashes
2019Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Jacaranda House
2020Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Leonard Girls
2022Buy 🇺🇸

Kitty/Smuggler's Wife Series

Complete

4 books (2006–2016)

Start with Kitty, the first of 4 books in the Kitty/Smuggler's Wife series.

#Title
1
Cover of Kitty
Kitty
2006Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Amber
Amber
2007Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Band of Gold
Band of Gold
2010Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of The Cloud Leopard's Daughter
The Cloud Leopard's Daughter
2016Buy 🇺🇸

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

2 books (1998–2000)

Start with Grey Ghosts and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Grey Ghosts
Grey Ghosts
1998Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Who'll Stop The Rain?
Who'll Stop The Rain?
2000Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2009)

Start with Union Belle and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Union Belle
Union Belle
2005Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Fire
Fire
2008Buy 🇺🇸
3
Isle of Tears
2009Buy 🇺🇸

Tatty Crowe Series

Ongoing

3 books (2024–2026)

Start with Black Silk and Sympathy and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Black Silk and Sympathy
Black Silk and Sympathy
2024Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Black Silk and Buried Secrets
Black Silk and Buried Secrets
2025Buy 🇺🇸
3
Black Velvet and Vengeance
2026Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Deborah Challinor written?
Deborah Challinor has written 22 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1998 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Deborah Challinor series?
Here are the first books in Deborah Challinor's series: Children Of War Trilogy/Tamar Deane Trilogy: Tamar; Convict Girls: Behind the Sun; From the Ashes/The Restless Years: From the Ashes; Kitty/Smuggler's Wife: Kitty; Non-Fiction: Grey Ghosts.
What order should I read Deborah Challinor's books?
We recommend reading Deborah Challinor's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Deborah Challinor still writing new books?
Yes, Deborah Challinor has 1 ongoing series: Tatty Crowe.

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