
Jojo Moyes Reading Order
5 series ยท 21 books ยท Born 1969-08-04
Jojo Moyes is a British author renowned for emotionally resonant literary fiction that blends romance with deeper explorations of human relationships and personal growth. Her most acclaimed work, the Me Before You series, launched her to international prominence, establishing her signature style of weaving contemporary settings with profound questions about love, choice, and what it means to live fully. Across more than two decades of writing, Moyes has created richly layered characters and compelling narratives that resonate with readers seeking stories about connection and transformation alongside engaging plots.
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Girl You Left Behind Series
Complete2 books (2012โ2012)
Jojo Moyes' Girl You Left Behind series consists of two complete novels published in 2012, blending romance with literary fiction. The two books should be read in publication order, beginning with Honeymoon in Paris followed by The Girl You Left Behind. This finished series offers a self-contained reading experience for fans of character-driven romantic narratives.
Start with Honeymoon in Paris and read in order.
Start this series with Honeymoon in Paris
Buy Book 1 ๐บ๐ธ๐ง Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Honeymoon in Paris |
| 2 | The Girl You Left Behind |
Me Before You Series
Complete4 books (2012โ2020)
The Me Before You series by Jojo Moyes comprises four complete novels published between 2012 and 2020, following the life of protagonist Lou Clark across different chapters and relationships. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Me Before You and continuing through After You, Still Me, and Lou in Lockdown, as each installment builds upon the events and character development of its predecessors. Blending romance with literary fiction, this series traces Lou's personal growth and emotional journey across nearly a decade of her life.
Start with Me Before You, the first of 4 books in the Me Before You series.
Start this series with Me Before You
Buy Book 1 ๐บ๐ธ๐ง Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Me Before You |
| 2 | After You |
| 3 | Still Me |
| 4 | Lou In Lockdown |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2015โ2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Paris for One |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2016โ2016)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Paris for One and Other Stories |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing13 books (2002โ2025)
Jojo Moyes has written thirteen standalone novels published between 2002 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each book features distinct characters and settings, so readers can approach them in any order, though publication order beginning with Sheltering Rain offers a chronological view of the author's evolving style. These literary romance novels showcase Moyes' skill at weaving emotional depth into character-driven narratives across contemporary and historical settings.
Start with Sheltering Rain, the first of 13 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Sheltering Rain
Buy Book 1 ๐บ๐ธ๐ง Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sheltering Rain |
| 2 | Foreign Fruit |
| 3 | Windfallen |
| 4 | The Peacock Emporium |
| 5 | The Ship of Brides |
| 6 | Silver Bay |
| 7 | Night Music |
| 8 | The Last Letter from Your Lover |
| 9 | The Horse Dancer |
| 10 | One Plus One |
| 11 | The Giver of Stars |
| 12 | Someone Elseโs Shoes |
| 13 | We All Live Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jojo Moyes written?
- Jojo Moyes has written 21 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Jojo Moyes series?
- Here are the first books in Jojo Moyes's series: Girl You Left Behind: Honeymoon in Paris; Me Before You: Me Before You.
- What order should I read Jojo Moyes's books?
- We recommend reading Jojo Moyes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jojo Moyes still writing new books?
- Yes, Jojo Moyes has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

