Elin Hilderbrand Reading Order
11 series · 40 books · Born 1969
Elin Hilderbrand is an American novelist celebrated for her contemporary fiction exploring the lives of affluent characters navigating family drama, romance, and personal crises against the backdrop of Nantucket and other coastal settings. Her works, which span from 2000 to the present, blend emotional depth with compelling storytelling, often examining the complexities of relationships and secrets within tight-knit communities. With over forty books to her name, including notable titles like 28 Summers and the Paradise series, Hilderbrand has become a defining voice in accessible literary fiction for adult readers seeking character-driven narratives grounded in realistic settings.
28 Summers Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
Start with 28 Summers and read in order.
Start this series with 28 Summers
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Nantucket Series
Ongoing4 books (2008–2024)
Start with A Summer Affair, the first of 4 books in the Nantucket series.
Start this series with A Summer Affair
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
Paradise Series
Complete3 books (2018–2020)
Start with Winter in Paradise and read in order.
Start this series with Winter in Paradise
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing3 books (2013–2024)
Start with The Surfing Lesson and read in order.
Start this series with The Surfing Lesson
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Complete1 book (2022–2022)
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete17 books (2000–2023)
Start with The Beach Club, the first of 17 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Beach Club
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Summer of Series
Complete2 books (2019–2020)
Start with Summer of '69 and read in order.
Start this series with Summer of '69
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The Academy Series
Ongoing2 books (2025–2026)
Start with The Academy and read in order.
Start this series with The Academy
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Complete4 books (2014–2017)
Start with Winter Street, the first of 4 books in the Winter series.
Start this series with Winter Street
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Elin Hilderbrand written?
- Elin Hilderbrand has written 40 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Elin Hilderbrand series?
- Here are the first books in Elin Hilderbrand's series: 28 Summers: 28 Summers; Nantucket: A Summer Affair; Paradise: Winter in Paradise; Short Stories/Novellas: The Surfing Lesson; Summer of: Summer of '69.
- What order should I read Elin Hilderbrand's books?
- We recommend reading Elin Hilderbrand's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Elin Hilderbrand still writing new books?
- Yes, Elin Hilderbrand has 3 ongoing series: Nantucket, Short Stories/Novellas, The Academy.