Jill Santopolo Reading Order
6 series · 20 books
Jill Santopolo writes contemporary romance and engaging children's series that have earned her positions on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists. Her diverse catalog spans from the Sparkle Spa series for younger readers to character-driven adult romance, showcasing her versatility across genres and age groups. With formal training in literature, creative writing, and publishing law, Santopolo brings both craft and expertise to her work across multiple series and standalone novels published since 2008.
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Alec Flint, Super Sleuth Series
Complete2 books (2008–2009)
This complete young adult mystery series by Jill Santopolo contains two books published between 2008 and 2009. The Alec Flint, Super Sleuth series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Nina, the Pinta, and the Vanishing Treasure followed by The Ransom Note Blues.
Start with The Nina, the Pinta, and the Vanishing Treasure and read in order.
Start this series with The Nina, the Pinta, and the Vanishing Treasure
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Follow Your Heart Series
Complete2 books (2014–2015)
Jill Santopolo's Follow Your Heart duology consists of two contemporary romance novels published between 2014 and 2015. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Summer Love followed by Love on the Lifts. These young adult romances explore themes of love and self-discovery across different seasonal settings.
Start with Summer Love and read in order.
Start this series with Summer Love
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Sparkle Spa Series
Complete10 books (2013–2017)
The Sparkle Spa series by Jill Santopolo is a complete young adult romance collection spanning ten books published between 2013 and 2017. Readers should follow the series in publication order, beginning with All That Glitters and concluding with Glam Opening!. This straightforward series arc unfolds across its full run without standalone entries or alternate reading paths.
Start with All That Glitters, the first of 10 books in the Sparkle Spa series.
Start this series with All That Glitters
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Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete3 books (2019–2023)
Jill Santopolo's three standalone romance novels were published between 2019 and 2023. While each book features different characters and storylines, they are best enjoyed in publication order: More Than Words, Everything After, and Stars in an Italian Sky. The series appears to be complete.
Start with More Than Words and read in order.
Start this series with More Than Words
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The Light We Lost Series
Ongoing2 books (2017–2025)
Jill Santopolo's contemporary romance series consists of two books published between 2017 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Light We Lost followed by The Love We Found. This series blends romance with themes relevant to young adult audiences.
Start with The Light We Lost and read in order.
Start this series with The Light We Lost
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jill Santopolo written?
- Jill Santopolo has written 20 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Jill Santopolo series?
- Here are the first books in Jill Santopolo's series: Alec Flint, Super Sleuth: The Nina, the Pinta, and the Vanishing Treasure; Follow Your Heart: Summer Love; Sparkle Spa: All That Glitters; The Light We Lost: The Light We Lost.
- What order should I read Jill Santopolo's books?
- We recommend reading Jill Santopolo's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jill Santopolo still writing new books?
- Yes, Jill Santopolo has 1 ongoing series: The Light We Lost.