Donna Ball Reading Order
17 series · 274 books · Born 1951
Donna Ball is a prolific author with deep roots in North Georgia, tracing her family heritage back to pioneer settlers who arrived in the region in the late 1700s. Writing across multiple genres including mystery, thriller, and western fiction, she has published hundreds of novels since 1982 under various names including Rebecca Flanders, Donna Boyd, and Donna Carlisle, establishing herself as a versatile storyteller in women's fiction and suspense. Her extensive body of work spans 17 series and includes the Devoncroix Dynasty, Blood River, and Dogleg Island Mystery, showcasing her range from historical sagas to contemporary mysteries.
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2014–2021)
Start this series with It's night in San Francisco but it's sunny in Oakland
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Blood River Series
Ongoing3 books (2021–2025)
Donna Ball's Blood River mystery-thriller series spans three books published between 2021 and 2025, with the first entry being Unfixable, followed by Unstoppable and Undefeatable. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order to follow the narrative properly. With its Western setting and thriller elements, this series combines regional atmosphere with suspenseful storytelling across its installments.
Start with Unfixable and read in order.
Start this series with Unfixable
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Complete9 books (1990–2004)
The Century of American Dreams is a seven-book series featuring contributions from multiple authors including Donna Ball, Margaret St. George, Anne Stuart, Dallas Schulze, Barbara Bretton, and others. Published between 1990 and 2004, this complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with American Pie and concluding with Hearts at Risk. The collection spans mystery, thriller, and western genres across its interconnected narratives.
Start with American Pie(By: Margaret St. George), the first of 7 books in the Century Of American Dreams series.
Start this series with American Pie(By: Margaret St. George)
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Devoncroix Dynasty Series
Complete3 books (1998–2011)
The Devoncroix Dynasty is a complete three-book mystery and western series by Donna Ball, following publication order from 1998 to 2011. Begin with The Passion, then continue through The Promise and Renegade to experience the full story arc as the author intended. This series should be read sequentially for maximum enjoyment and understanding of the interconnected narrative.
Start with The Passion and read in order.
Start this series with The Passion
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Dogleg Island Mystery Series
Ongoing7 books (2015–2025)
The Dogleg Island Mystery series by Donna Ball consists of seven books published between 2015 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Flash and continuing through The Sound of Running Horses, Flash of Brilliance, Pieces of Eight, Flash in the Dark, Flash of Fire, and A Flash of Shadow. This mystery and thriller series blends elements of western fiction across its interconnected installments.
Start with Flash, the first of 7 books in the Dogleg Island Mystery series.
Start this series with Flash
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Dreamscapes: Whispers Of Love Series
Complete16 books (1990–2002)
Dreamscapes: Whispers of Love is a completed 16-book series published between 1990 and 2002, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Donna Ball, Margaret Chittenden, Emilie Richards, and others. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with This Time Forever and concluding with the final entry in the sequence. Each installment blends mystery, thriller, and western elements across the diverse titles in this collaborative anthology series.
Start with This Time Forever(By: Margaret Chittenden), the first of 16 books in the Dreamscapes: Whispers Of Love series.
Start this series with This Time Forever(By: Margaret Chittenden)
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Heart of the Wolf Series
Complete3 books (1995–1995)
Donna Ball's Heart of the Wolf trilogy consists of three mystery and western novels completed in 1995. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Secret of the Wolf, followed by Shadow Of The Wolf, and concluding with Wolf in Waiting. This complete series blends mystery and western elements across its three interconnected books.
Start with Secret of the Wolf and read in order.
Start this series with Secret of the Wolf
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Complete3 books (2013–2018)
Donna Ball's Hummingbird House series comprises three complete novels published between 2013 and 2018. This mystery and western series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Hummingbird House, followed by Christmas at The Hummingbird House, and concluding with Love, From the Hummingbird House.
Start with The Hummingbird House and read in order.
Start this series with The Hummingbird House
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Ladybug Farm Series
Ongoing8 books (2009–2024)
The Ladybug Farm series is an eight-book collection by Donna Ball that began in 2009 and remains ongoing. The series should be read in publication order, starting with A Year on Ladybug Farm and continuing through the most recent installment, A Gift From Ladybug Farm, published in 2024. This series blends mystery, thriller, and western elements across its interconnected narratives set on the titular farm.
Start with A Year on Ladybug Farm, the first of 8 books in the Ladybug Farm series.
Start this series with A Year on Ladybug Farm
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Men: Made in America Series
Likely Complete63 books (1982–2021)
Men: Made in America is a 62-book anthology series published between 1982 and 2021 that likely reached completion. This collection features contributions from multiple authors working within mystery, thriller, and western genres. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the series as intended, beginning with Dream Come True by Ann Major and continuing through all subsequent installments across the four-decade span.
Start with Dream Come True(By: Ann Major), the first of 62 books in the Men: Made in America series.
Start this series with Dream Come True(By: Ann Major)
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More Than Men Series
Complete13 books (1993–1997)
The More Than Men series is a complete romance anthology containing thirteen books published between 1993 and 1997, with each entry written by a different author. The collection should be read in publication order, beginning with A Wish...and a Kiss by Margaret St. George and concluding with Touch Me Not by Julie Kistler. This series blends mystery, thriller, and western elements across its various standalone stories contributed by authors including Rebecca Flanders, Anne Stuart, Barbara Bretton, and others.
Start with A Wish...and a Kiss(By: Margaret St. George), the first of 13 books in the More Than Men series.
Start this series with A Wish...and a Kiss(By: Margaret St. George)
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Mossy Creek Series
Complete11 books (2001–2017)
The Mossy Creek series consists of eleven complete mystery and western novels by Donna Ball, published between 2001 and 2017. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Mossy Creek and concluding with Christmas in Mossy Creek. The series follows interconnected stories within the small town of Mossy Creek across its full span.
Start with Mossy Creek, the first of 11 books in the Mossy Creek series.
Start this series with Mossy Creek
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Raine Stockton Dog Mystery Series
Ongoing19 books (2006–2026)
The Raine Stockton Dog Mystery series comprises seventeen books published between 2006 and 2024, with more entries potentially on the way. This ongoing mystery and western series should be read in publication order, beginning with Rapid Fire. The complete sequence includes Rapid Fire, Smoky Mountain Tracks, Gun Shy, Bone Yard, Silent Night, All That Glitters, The Dead Season, Double Dog Dare, High In Trial, Home of the Brave, Dog Days, Land of the Free, Deadfall, The Devil's Deal, Murder Creek, and four additional titles.
Start with Rapid Fire, the first of 17 books in the Raine Stockton Dog Mystery series.
Start this series with Rapid Fire
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete62 books (1982–2012)
Donna Ball's prolific body of work spans 62 standalone novels published between 1982 and 2012, blending mystery, thriller, and western genres throughout her career. Many of these books were published under the pen name Rebecca Flanders during the 1980s and 1990s. While each novel stands alone and can be read independently, readers interested in exploring Ball's complete output should begin with Summer Masquerade and follow publication order to trace the evolution of her writing style across three decades. This complete series offers variety for readers seeking different stories without ongoing plot dependencies.
Start with Summer Masquerade, the first of 62 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Summer Masquerade
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Sweet Tea Series
Complete4 books (2000–2012)
The Sweet Tea series is a complete four-book collection of mystery and western stories published between 2000 and 2012. This collaborative anthology series features contributions from multiple authors across its volumes, with each installment building on the previous one. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes and continuing through More Sweet Tea, On Grandma's Porch, and concluding with Sweeter Than Tea.
Start with Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(With: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight), the first of 4 books in the Sweet Tea series.
Start this series with Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(With: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight)
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The Kincaids Series
Complete4 books (1992–1993)
The Kincaids is a four-book mystery and western series by Donna Ball published between 1992 and 1993. The series is now complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Raging Rivers and continuing through Mountain Fury, Prairie Thunder, and Westward Winds. This series combines elements of mystery and western fiction across its four standalone installments.
Start with Raging Rivers, the first of 4 books in the The Kincaids series.
Start this series with Raging Rivers
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Western Lovers Series
Complete44 books (1981–1998)
The Western Lovers series is a complete collection of 44 romance novels published between 1981 and 1998, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Donna Ball, Ann Major, Diana Palmer, Lindsay McKenna, and others. Each book stands alone as an independent story, though all share Western and romance themes. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the series as originally released. This anthology series combines mystery, thriller elements, and Western settings across its diverse collection of romantic narratives.
Start with Wild Lady(By: Ann Major), the first of 44 books in the Western Lovers series.
Start this series with Wild Lady(By: Ann Major)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Donna Ball written?
- Donna Ball has written 274 books across 17 series. Their published works span from 1981 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Donna Ball series?
- Here are the first books in Donna Ball's series: Anthologies: It's night in San Francisco but it's sunny in Oakland; Blood River: Unfixable; Century Of American Dreams: American Pie(By: Margaret St. George); Devoncroix Dynasty: The Passion; Dogleg Island Mystery: Flash.
- What order should I read Donna Ball's books?
- We recommend reading Donna Ball's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Donna Ball still writing new books?
- Yes, Donna Ball has 4 ongoing series: Blood River, Dogleg Island Mystery, Ladybug Farm, Raine Stockton Dog Mystery.