Reading Order List β€” Book Series Reading Order Guide

Jean Grainger Reading Order

13 series Β· 50 books

Jean Grainger crafts immersive historical fiction rooted in Irish culture and tradition, drawing readers into richly detailed stories set across multiple eras. With nearly fifty books spanning numerous interconnected series including the Carmel Sheehan and Conor O'Shea collections, Grainger has established herself as a prolific voice in literary fiction, weaving authentic character development and emotional depth throughout her work. Writing from her home in rural County Cork, she brings genuine insider knowledge of Irish life to narratives that resonate with fans of contemporary and historical literary storytelling.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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Carmel Sheehan Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2018)

Start with Letters of Freedom and read in order.

Start this series with Letters of Freedom

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2
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The Future's Not Ours To See
3

Conor O'Shea / The Tour Series

Complete

6 books (2013–2020)

Start with The Tour, the first of 6 books in the Conor O'Shea / The Tour series.

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2
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Safe at the Edge of the World
3
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The Story of Grenville King
4
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The Homecoming of Bubbles O'Leary
5
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Finding Billie Romano
6

Cullen's Celtic Cabaret Series

Ongoing

4 books (2023–2024)

Start with A Beautiful Ferocity, the first of 4 books in the Cullen's Celtic Cabaret series.

Start this series with A Beautiful Ferocity

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A Beautiful Ferocity
2
3
4
The Gem of Ireland's Crown

Mags Munroe Series

Ongoing

5 books (2022–2024)

Start with Growing Wild In The Shade, the first of 5 books in the Mags Munroe series.

Start this series with Growing Wild In The Shade

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Growing Wild In The Shade
2
The Existential Worries of Mags Munroe
3
4
5
Closer than you think

Queenstown Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2021–2022)

Start with Last Port of Call, the first of 4 books in the Queenstown series.

Start this series with Last Port of Call

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Robinswood Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2019)

Start with What Once Was True and read in order.

Start this series with What Once Was True

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1
2
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Return to Robinswood
3
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Trials and Tribulations

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2019–2019)

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1

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2013–2021)

Start with So Much Owed, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1
2
3
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Under Heaven's Shining Stars
4
Sisters of the Southern Cross

The Dunmara Story Series

Complete

3 books (2026–2026)

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2
3
The Rector's Daughter

The Kilteegan Bridge Story Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2022–2023)

Start with More Harm Than Good, the first of 5 books in the The Kilteegan Bridge Story series.

Start this series with More Harm Than Good

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2
The Trouble With Secrets
3
4
A Silent Understanding
5
When Irish Eyes Are Lying

The Knocknashee Story Series

Ongoing

7 books (2024–2026)

Start with Lilac Ink, the first of 7 books in the The Knocknashee Story series.

The Star and the Shamrock Series

Complete

4 books (2019–2020)

Start with The Emerald Horizon, the first of 4 books in the The Star and the Shamrock series.

Start this series with The Emerald Horizon

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The Star and the Shamrock
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4
The World Starts Anew

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jean Grainger written?
Jean Grainger has written 50 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Jean Grainger series?
Here are the first books in Jean Grainger's series: Carmel Sheehan: Letters of Freedom; Conor O'Shea / The Tour: The Tour; Cullen's Celtic Cabaret: A Beautiful Ferocity; Mags Munroe: Growing Wild In The Shade; Queenstown: Last Port of Call.
What order should I read Jean Grainger's books?
We recommend reading Jean Grainger's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Jean Grainger still writing new books?
Yes, Jean Grainger has 3 ongoing series: Cullen's Celtic Cabaret, Mags Munroe, The Knocknashee Story.

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