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Gayle Leeson Reading Order

7 series · 30 books

Mystery & Thriller

Gayle Leeson, a prolific American writer known for her cozy mysteries, has captivated readers with her engaging storytelling since 2010. With over 30 books spread across seven series, including notable titles like the Down South Café Mystery and Ghostly Fashionista Mystery, Leeson has established a unique voice in the genre. She also writes under the names Gayle Trent and Amanda Lee, making her a versatile presence in mystery literature through 2026.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2022–2022)

#Title
1
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Mysteries, Midsummer Sun and Murders
2022Buy 🇺🇸

Down South Café Mystery Series

Ongoing

8 books (2016–2026)

Start with The Calamity Café, the first of 8 books in the Down South Café Mystery series.

#Title
1
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The Calamity Café
2016Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Honey-Baked Homicide
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Silence of the Jams
2017Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Apples and Alibis
2019Buy 🇺🇸
5
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Fruit Baskets and Holiday Caskets
2020Buy 🇺🇸
6
Truffles and Tragedy
2021Buy 🇺🇸
7
Cake and I Scream
2023Buy 🇺🇸
8
A Recipe for Death
2026Buy 🇺🇸

Ghostly Fashionista Mystery Series

Ongoing

6 books (2019–2025)

Start with Designs On Murder, the first of 6 books in the Ghostly Fashionista Mystery series.

#Title
1
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Designs On Murder
2019Buy 🇺🇸
2
Christmas Cloches and Corpses
2020Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Perils and Lace
2020Buy 🇺🇸
4
Buttons and Blows
2021Buy 🇺🇸
5
Secrets and Sequins
2023Buy 🇺🇸
6
Corsets and Casualties
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Kinsey Falls Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2018)

Start with Hightail It to Kinsey Falls and read in order.

#Title
1
Hightail It to Kinsey Falls
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Putting Down Roots in Kinsey Falls
2018Buy 🇺🇸
3
Sleighing It in Kinsey Falls
2018Buy 🇺🇸

Literatia Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2022–2023)

Start with An Eyre of Mystery and read in order.

#Title
1
An Eyre of Mystery
2022Buy 🇺🇸
2
A Tale of Two Enemies
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Movie Memorabilia Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

#Title
1
We'll Always Have Murder
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Victoria Square Mystery Series

Ongoing

9 books (2010–2024)

Start with A Crafty Killing(By: Lorraine Bartlett), the first of 9 books in the Victoria Square Mystery series.

#Title
1
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A Crafty Killing(By: Lorraine Bartlett)
2010Buy 🇺🇸
2
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The Walled Flower(By: Lorraine Bartlett)
2012Buy 🇺🇸
3
One Hot Murder(By: Lorraine Bartlett)
2013Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Dead, Bath, and Beyond(By: Laurie Cass,Lorraine Bartlett)
2016Buy 🇺🇸
5
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Yule Be Dead(With: Lorraine Bartlett)
2018Buy 🇺🇸
6
Murder Ink(With: Lorraine Bartlett)
2019Buy 🇺🇸
7
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A Murderous Misconception(With: Lorraine Bartlett)
2020Buy 🇺🇸
8
Dead Man's Hand(With: Lorraine Bartlett)
2021Buy 🇺🇸
9
A Lethal Lake Effect(By: Lorraine Bartlett)
2024Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Gayle Leeson written?
Gayle Leeson has written 30 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Gayle Leeson series?
Here are the first books in Gayle Leeson's series: Down South Café Mystery: The Calamity Café; Ghostly Fashionista Mystery: Designs On Murder; Kinsey Falls: Hightail It to Kinsey Falls; Literatia: An Eyre of Mystery; Victoria Square Mystery: A Crafty Killing(By: Lorraine Bartlett).
What order should I read Gayle Leeson's books?
We recommend reading Gayle Leeson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Gayle Leeson still writing new books?
Yes, Gayle Leeson has 3 ongoing series: Down South Café Mystery, Ghostly Fashionista Mystery, Victoria Square Mystery.

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