Jennifer Brown Reading Order
5 series · 14 books · Born 1972
Jennifer Brown is a young adult thriller author whose works explore complex themes of identity, bullying, and self-discovery through engaging narratives. Best known for her debut series Hate List and subsequent mysteries including Parkwood Mysteries and Pennybaker School, Brown has published fourteen novels that blend suspense with authentic teenage voices. Drawing on her background as a humor columnist, she brings wit and emotional depth to young adult fiction while residing in Kansas City with her family.
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Hate List Series
Complete2 books (2009–2014)
Jennifer Brown's Hate List series comprises two young adult mystery thrillers published between 2009 and 2014. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Hate List and continuing with Say Something. Both books explore themes of violence, responsibility, and redemption in high school settings through interconnected narratives.
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Parkwood Mysteries Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
Pennybaker School Series
Complete2 books (2017–2018)
The Pennybaker School series consists of two young adult mystery and thriller novels published between 2017 and 2018. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with Headed for Disaster followed by School Is Revolting. This complete two-book series is now finished with no additional installments planned.
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Shade Me Series
Complete3 books (2016–2018)
Jennifer Brown's Shade Me trilogy is a three-book young adult mystery series published between 2016 and 2018. The series is now complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Shade Me, followed by Dare You, and concluding with Break Us. This mystery and thriller series combines suspenseful storytelling with the complexities of adolescent life.
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (2011–2015)
Jennifer Brown's collection of six standalone novels spans from 2011 to 2015 and is now complete. Though each book can be read independently, they are best experienced in publication order beginning with Bitter End. These young adult mysteries and thrillers were released across multiple years and represent Brown's diverse work in the genre during this period.
Start with Bitter End, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jennifer Brown written?
- Jennifer Brown has written 14 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2020.
- What is the first book in each Jennifer Brown series?
- Here are the first books in Jennifer Brown's series: Hate List: Hate List; Pennybaker School: Headed for Disaster; Shade Me: Shade Me.
- What order should I read Jennifer Brown's books?
- We recommend reading Jennifer Brown's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Jennifer Brown's series complete?
- Jennifer Brown has 5 completed series.