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Kathleen Bacus Reading Order

3 series · 16 books

Kathleen Bacus is a former State Trooper turned author who captivated readers with her unique blend of mystery and humor. Over her active years from 2006 to 2015, she published 16 books across three series, including her popular Calamity Jayne Mysteries and the standalone title, 12 Days of Christmas. Her engaging storytelling style makes her a standout in the mystery genre.

12 Days of Christmas Series

Complete

6 books (2013–2013)

Start with Eight Maids a' Missing(By: Jana Deleon), the first of 6 books in the 12 Days of Christmas series.

#Title
1
Eight Maids a' Missing(By: Jana Deleon)
2
Nine Ladies Dancing(By: Amanda Brice)
3
Seven Swans a' Shooting(By: Kyra Davis)
4
Six Geese a' Slaying
5
Cover of The Goose, The Gander, And Three French Hens(By: Robin Kaye)
The Goose, The Gander, And Three French Hens(By: Robin Kaye)
6
The Tenth Dark Lord a' Leaping(By: Angie Fox)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2008–2012)

Start with Fiancé at Her Fingertips and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Fiancé at Her Fingertips
Fiancé at Her Fingertips
2
Trading Spaces

Tressa Jayne Turner Series

Complete

8 books (2006–2015)

Start with Calamity Jayne, the first of 8 books in the Tressa Jayne Turner series.

#Title
1
Cover of Calamity Jayne
Calamity Jayne
2
Cover of Calamity Jayne Rides Again / Calamity Jayne and Fowl Play at the Fair
Calamity Jayne Rides Again / Calamity Jayne and Fowl Play at the Fair
3
Cover of Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun / Calamity Jayne and the Haunted Homecoming
Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun / Calamity Jayne and the Haunted Homecoming
4
Cover of Calamity Jayne Goes to College / Calamity Jayne and the Campus Caper
Calamity Jayne Goes to College / Calamity Jayne and the Campus Caper
5
Cover of Calamity Jayne Heads West / Calamity Jayne in the Wild, Wild West
Calamity Jayne Heads West / Calamity Jayne in the Wild, Wild West
6
Cover of Anchors Aweigh / Calamity Jayne and the Hijinks on the High Seas
Anchors Aweigh / Calamity Jayne and the Hijinks on the High Seas
7
Cover of Calamity Jayne and the Trouble with Tandems
Calamity Jayne and the Trouble with Tandems
8
Cover of Calamity Jayne and the Sisterhood of the Traveling Lawn Gnome
Calamity Jayne and the Sisterhood of the Traveling Lawn Gnome

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kathleen Bacus written?
Kathleen Bacus has written 16 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2015.
What is the first book in each Kathleen Bacus series?
Here are the first books in Kathleen Bacus's series: 12 Days of Christmas: Eight Maids a' Missing(By: Jana Deleon); Tressa Jayne Turner: Calamity Jayne.
What order should I read Kathleen Bacus's books?
We recommend reading Kathleen Bacus's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Kathleen Bacus's series complete?
Kathleen Bacus has 3 completed series.

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