Dee MacDonald Reading Order
4 series ยท 16 books
Dee MacDonald is a prolific author known for her captivating mysteries and engaging narratives. With 16 books spanning four series, including the Ally McKinley Mystery and Connie McColl, as well as standalone novels, her storytelling has resonated with readers from 2018 to 2026. MacDonald's writing is characterized by her ability to weave suspense and intrigue, making her a notable figure in contemporary mystery fiction.
Ally McKinley Mystery Series
Ongoing4 books (2024โ2026)
Start with Murder in the Scottish Highlands, the first of 4 books in the Ally McKinley Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Murder in the Scottish Highlands 2024Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | A Very Bookish Murder 2025Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Murder at the Loch 2025Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Murder at the Highland Games 2026Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Connie McColl Series
Complete2 books (2018โ2018)
Start with The Getaway Girls and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Getaway Girls 2018Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | The Runaway Wife 2018Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Kate Palmer Series
Likely Complete7 books (2020โ2023)
Start with A Body in Seaview Grange, the first of 7 books in the Kate Palmer series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | A Body in Seaview Grange 2020Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | A Body in the Village Hall 2020Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | A Body at the Altar 2021Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | A Body at the Tea Room 2021Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | A Body at Lavender Cottage 2022Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | A Body on the Beach 2022Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | A Body in a Cornish Village 2023Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete3 books (2019โ2023)
Start with The Golden Oldies Guesthouse and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Golden Oldies Guesthouse 2019Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | The Silver Ladies of Penny Lane 2019Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | The Sunshine Club 2023Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Dee MacDonald written?
- Dee MacDonald has written 16 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2018 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Dee MacDonald series?
- Here are the first books in Dee MacDonald's series: Ally McKinley Mystery: Murder in the Scottish Highlands; Connie McColl: The Getaway Girls; Kate Palmer: A Body in Seaview Grange.
- What order should I read Dee MacDonald's books?
- We recommend reading Dee MacDonald's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Dee MacDonald still writing new books?
- Yes, Dee MacDonald has 1 ongoing series: Ally McKinley Mystery.

