Francine Rivers Reading Order
8 series · 42 books · Born 1947
Francine Rivers was a prolific author known for her inspirational fiction, spanning from 1979 to 2022. With 42 books across eight series, including the acclaimed Mark of the Lion and Lineage of Grace, she has captivated readers with her engaging storytelling and profound themes. Rivers has made a significant impact in Christian literature, blending historical narratives with deep spiritual insights.
Lineage of Grace Series
Complete5 books (2000–2001)
Start with Unashamed: Rahab, the first of 5 books in the Lineage of Grace series.
Mark of the Lion Series
Complete3 books (1993–1995)
Start with A Voice in the Wind and read in order.
Marta's Legacy Series
Complete2 books (2010–2010)
Start with Her Daughter's Dream and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2020–2020)
Start with A Path to Redeeming Love: A Forty-Day Devotional(With: Karin Stock Buursma) and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (1999–2016)
Start with The Shoe Box and read in order.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete3 books (2001–2008)
Start with A Lineage of Grace and read in order.
Sons of Encouragement Series
Complete5 books (1998–2007)
Start with The Warrior: Caleb, the first of 5 books in the Sons of Encouragement series.
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete20 books (1979–2022)
Start with Kathleen, the first of 20 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Kathleen 1979Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Rebel In His Arms 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Heart's Divided 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Sarina 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  This Golden Valley 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Heart In Hiding 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Not So Wild a Dream 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Pagan Heart 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Sycamore Hill 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Outlaw's Embrace 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Fire in the Heart 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Redeeming Love 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  The Scarlet Thread 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Atonement Child 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  The Last Sin Eater 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Leota's Garden 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  And The Shofar Blew 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Bridge to Haven 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  The Masterpiece 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  The Lady's Mine 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Francine Rivers written?
- Francine Rivers has written 42 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2022.
- What is the first book in each Francine Rivers series?
- Here are the first books in Francine Rivers's series: Lineage of Grace: Unashamed: Rahab; Mark of the Lion: A Voice in the Wind; Marta's Legacy: Her Daughter's Dream; Non-Fiction: A Path to Redeeming Love: A Forty-Day Devotional(With: Karin Stock Buursma); Short Stories/Novellas: The Shoe Box.
- What order should I read Francine Rivers's books?
- We recommend reading Francine Rivers's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Francine Rivers's series complete?
- Francine Rivers has 7 completed series.