Dorothy Gilman Reading Order

1 book (1983–1983)

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1	Alfred Hitchcock's Fatal Attractions 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1975–2002)

Dorothy Gilman's Madame Karitska series consists of two mystery novels published between 1975 and 2002. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Clairvoyant Countess followed by Kaleidoscope. These standalone yet connected entries showcase Gilman's signature blend of mystery and intrigue.

Start with The Clairvoyant Countess and read in order.

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1	The Clairvoyant Countess 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Kaleidoscope 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

14 books (1966–2000)

The Mrs. Pollifax series spans 14 complete books published between 1966 and 2000, with Dorothy Gilman crafting mystery and thriller adventures throughout the character's evolution. Following publication order is essential for experiencing how the protagonist develops across these interconnected spy tales that take her around the globe. From her first unexpected assignment through her final adventure, readers will find a consistently engaging series that combines intrigue with the unique perspective of an unconventional heroine. The series concluded in 2000 with Mrs. Pollifax Unveiled.

Start with The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax, the first of 14 books in the Mrs. Pollifax series.

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1	The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax 1966Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Amazing Mrs. Pollifax 1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Elusive Mrs. Pollifax 1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	A Palm for Mrs. Pollifax 1973Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Mrs. Pollifax on Safari 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Mrs. Pollifax on the China Station 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Mrs. Pollifax and the Golden Triangle 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Mrs. Pollifax and the Second Thief 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Mrs. Pollifax Pursued 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Mrs. Pollifax and the Lion Killer 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Mrs. Pollifax Unveiled 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (1978–1978)

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1	A New Kind of Country 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

20 books (1949–1999)

Dorothy Gilman's Standalone Novels collection comprises twenty complete works published between 1949 and 1999, beginning with Enchanted Caravan. These independent mystery and thriller titles should be read in publication order and span her entire writing career across five decades. Each book stands alone, allowing readers to start anywhere, though following the chronological publication sequence provides insight into the author's evolving style and storytelling approach.

Start with Enchanted Caravan(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters), the first of 20 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	Enchanted Caravan(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1949Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Carnival Gypsy(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1950Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Ragamuffin Alley(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1951Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Calico Year(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1953Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Four-Party Line(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1954Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Papa Dolphin's Table(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1955Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Girl in Buckskin 1956Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Heartbreak Street(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1958Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Witch's Silver(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Masquerade 1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Masquerade / Heart's Design(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Ten Leagues to Boston Town 1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Uncertain Voyage 1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	A Nun in the Closet 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	The Tightrope Walker 1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	The Maze in the Heart of the Castle 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	The Bells of Freedom(As: Dorothy Gilman Butters) 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Incident at Badamyâ 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Caravan 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Thale's Folly 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible