Eileen Goudge Reading Order
11 series Β· 59 books
Eileen Goudge is a prolific American writer known for her engaging stories in romance and historical fiction. With a remarkable portfolio of 59 books across 11 series, including Super Seniors, Cypress Bay, and Gold Creek, she has captivated readers since her debut in 1984. Her bestselling adult novel, Garden of Lies, solidified her place in contemporary literature, and she continues to inspire fans with her work through 2025.
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (1998β1998)
Start with Mothers and Daughters and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mothers and Daughters 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Best of the Best 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
Carson Springs Series
Complete4 books (2001β2012)
Start with Stranger in Paradise, the first of 4 books in the Carson Springs series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Stranger in Paradise 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Taste of Honey 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Wish Come True 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Welcome to Carson Springs 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Cypress Bay Series
Complete2 books (2014β2015)
Start with Bones and Roses and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bones and Roses 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Swimsuit Body 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Eileen Goudge's Swept Away Series
Complete5 books (1986β1987)
Start with Gone with the Wish, the first of 5 books in the Eileen Goudge's Swept Away series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Gone with the Wish 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Woodstock Magic(With: Francess Lin Lantz) 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | All Shook Up(With: Francess Lin Lantz) 1987Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Once Upon a Kiss 1987Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Star Struck(With: Francess Lin Lantz) 1987Buy πΊπΈ |
Garden of Lies Series
Complete2 books (1989β1998)
Start with Garden of Lies and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Garden of Lies 1989Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Thorns of Truth 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
Gold Creek Series
Ongoing2 books (2024β2025)
Start with All They Need to Know and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | All They Need to Know 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The House on Mountain Laurel Lane 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1990β2005)
Start with Golden Lilies and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Lilies 1990Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Something Warm from the Oven 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
Seniors Series
Complete20 books (1984β1986)
Start with Afraid to Love, the first of 20 books in the Seniors series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Afraid to Love 1984Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Smart Enough to Know 1984Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Too Much Too Soon 1984Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Winner All the Way 1984Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | A Touch of Ginger 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Bad Girl 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Before It's Too Late 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Don't Say Good-Bye 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Forbidden Kisses 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Hands Off, He's Mine 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Kiss and Make Up 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Presenting Superhunk 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | Too Hot to Handle 1985Buy πΊπΈ |
| 14 | Against the Rules 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 15 | Heart for Sale 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 16 | Life of the Party 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 17 | Looking for Love 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 18 | Night After Night 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 19 | Sweet Talk 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 20 | Treat Me Right 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete12 books (1991β2012)
Start with Such Devoted Sisters, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Such Devoted Sisters 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Blessing in Disguise 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Trail of Secrets 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | One Last Dance 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Second Silence 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Otherwise Engaged 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Immediate Family 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Woman in Red 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Domestic Affairs / Woman in Black 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Once in a Blue Moon / Woman in Blue 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | The Diary 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | The Replacement Wife(With: Cynthia Farrell) 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Super Seniors Series
Complete4 books (1986β1988)
Start with Hawaiian Christmas, the first of 4 books in the Super Seniors series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hawaiian Christmas 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Old Enough 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Deep-Sea Summer 1988Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Something Borrowed 1988Buy πΊπΈ |
Who Killed Peggy Sue? Series
Complete4 books (1991β1992)
Start with Cross Your Heart, Hope to Die, the first of 4 books in the Who Killed Peggy Sue? series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cross Your Heart, Hope to Die 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dying to Win 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | If Looks Could Kill 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Jailbird 1992Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Eileen Goudge written?
- Eileen Goudge has written 59 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Eileen Goudge series?
- Here are the first books in Eileen Goudge's series: Anthologies: Mothers and Daughters; Carson Springs: Stranger in Paradise; Cypress Bay: Bones and Roses; Eileen Goudge's Swept Away: Gone with the Wish; Garden of Lies: Garden of Lies.
- What order should I read Eileen Goudge's books?
- We recommend reading Eileen Goudge's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Eileen Goudge still writing new books?
- Yes, Eileen Goudge has 1 ongoing series: Gold Creek.

