Laura Dave Reading Order
3 series Β· 9 books
Laura Dave writes literary fiction that explores family dynamics, secrets, and personal transformation through psychologically nuanced narratives. Her breakthrough novel The Last Thing He Told Me achieved bestseller status and was adapted into a television series, establishing her reputation for page-turning mysteries grounded in emotional depth. Across multiple series and standalone works, Dave has built a diverse catalog that spans from intimate character studies to intricate ensemble pieces since her debut in 2006.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2007β2007)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Alone in the Kitchen with an Eggplant: Confessions of Cooking for One and Dining Alone |
Hannah Hall Series
Ongoing2 books (2021β2026)
Laura Dave's Hannah Hall series consists of two literary fiction novels released over five years, with the second book arriving in 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Last Thing He Told Me. This ongoing series continues to develop its characters and narrative across both installments.
Start with The Last Thing He Told Me and read in order.
Start this series with The Last Thing He Told Me
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Last Thing He Told Me |
| 2 | The First Time I Saw Him |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing6 books (2006β2024)
Laura Dave has written six standalone literary fiction novels published between 2006 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. Each book stands alone as a complete story, though readers new to her work should begin with London is the Best City in America, her debut, and can continue through the subsequent releases in publication order: The Divorce Party, The First Husband, Eight Hundred Grapes, Hello, Sunshine, and The Night We Lost Him.
Start with London is the Best City in America, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with London is the Best City in America
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | London is the Best City in America |
| 2 | The Divorce Party |
| 3 | The First Husband |
| 4 | Eight Hundred Grapes |
| 5 | Hello, Sunshine |
| 6 | The Night We Lost Him |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Laura Dave written?
- Laura Dave has written 9 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Laura Dave series?
- Here are the first books in Laura Dave's series: Hannah Hall: The Last Thing He Told Me.
- What order should I read Laura Dave's books?
- We recommend reading Laura Dave's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Laura Dave still writing new books?
- Yes, Laura Dave has 2 ongoing series: Hannah Hall, Standalone Novels.

