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Judy Leigh Reading Order

4 series Β· 29 books

Judy Leigh is a British author known for creating spirited older protagonists who embark on unexpected adventures and escapades. Her mystery and thriller novels, including the Morwonna Mutton Mystery series and The Silver Ladies, celebrate characters in their senior years as they navigate intrigue and excitement with wit and determination. A USA Today bestselling writer with over two dozen books published since 2018, Leigh crafts stories that blend humor, action, and heart through the eyes of characters often overlooked in fiction.

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Archie Darling Series

Ongoing

4 books (2026–2027)

The Archie Darling series by Judy Leigh comprises four mystery and thriller novels featuring standalone cases connected by their protagonist. The series began in 2026 with Death in the Dordogne and continued through 2027 with A Body in Bordeaux, Murder in Monte Carlo, and Poison in Provence. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the character's development across cases set in French locations. The series is ongoing, with potential for additional entries beyond the current four books.

Start with Death in the Dordogne, the first of 4 books in the Archie Darling series.

Start this series with Death in the Dordogne

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Death in the Dordogne
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Murder in Monte Carlo
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Morwenna Mutton Mystery Series

Ongoing

4 books (2023–2025)

The Morwenna Mutton Mystery series consists of four books by Judy Leigh, published between 2023 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. These mystery and adventure novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Foul Play at Seal Bay, followed by Bloodshed on the Boards, Mince Pies and Murder, and The Cream Tea Killer.

Start with Foul Play at Seal Bay, the first of 4 books in the Morwenna Mutton Mystery series.

Start this series with Foul Play at Seal Bay

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Foul Play at Seal Bay
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Bloodshed on the Boards
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Mince Pies and Murder
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The Cream Tea Killer

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

19 books (2018–2026)

Judy Leigh has published 18 standalone novels between 2018 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. These mystery and thriller novels, which include titles like A Grand Old Time, The Age of Misadventure, and The Golden Girls' Getaway, should be read in publication order. Some works in the series were published under the pen name Elena Collins, including The Witch's Tree and The Lady of the Loch.

Start with A Grand Old Time, the first of 18 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with A Grand Old Time

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The Age of Misadventure
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Heading Over the Hill
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Cover of The Old Girls' Network
The Old Girls' Network
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The Golden Girls' Getaway
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The Golden Oldies' Book Club
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The Witch's Tree(As: Elena Collins)
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The Lady of the Loch(As:Elena Collins)
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The Vintage Village Bake Off
15
The Golden Gals' French Adventure
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The Silver-Haired Sisterhood
17
The Wicked Lady(As: Elena Collins)
18
Golden Girls on the Run
19
A French Fling for the Golden Gals

The Silver Ladies Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2025)

The Silver Ladies is an ongoing mystery and adventure series by Judy Leigh consisting of two books published between 2023 and 2025. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Silver Ladies Do Lunch followed by The Silver Ladies Seize the Day. More books are planned for this collection.

Start with The Silver Ladies Do Lunch and read in order.

Start this series with The Silver Ladies Do Lunch

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The Silver Ladies Do Lunch
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The Silver Ladies Seize the Day

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Judy Leigh written?
Judy Leigh has written 29 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2018 to 2027.
What is the first book in each Judy Leigh series?
Here are the first books in Judy Leigh's series: Archie Darling: Death in the Dordogne; Morwenna Mutton Mystery: Foul Play at Seal Bay; The Silver Ladies: The Silver Ladies Do Lunch.
What order should I read Judy Leigh's books?
We recommend reading Judy Leigh's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Judy Leigh still writing new books?
Yes, Judy Leigh has 4 ongoing series: Archie Darling, Morwenna Mutton Mystery, Standalone Novels, The Silver Ladies.

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