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Lesley Pearse Reading Order

5 series Β· 35 books

Lesley Pearse is a British author whose emotionally resonant historical fiction and narrative non-fiction works have garnered over 10 million readers worldwide. Beginning her writing career later in life at age 48, she has built an extensive body of work spanning more than three decades, with particular acclaim for her sweeping character-driven novels set against historical backdrops. Her Belle and Ellie series, alongside numerous standalone novels, showcase her gift for weaving compelling personal stories with richly detailed settings and complex relationships.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2008–2008)

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1

Belle Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2014)

Lesley Pearse's Belle trilogy is a complete historical fiction series comprising three books published between 2011 and 2014. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Belle, followed by The Promise, and concluding with Survivor. This three-book series offers a full narrative arc and is best experienced from start to finish in the order it was written.

Start with Belle and read in order.

Ellie Series

Complete

2 books (1996–1997)

Lesley Pearse's Ellie series consists of two complete historical fiction novels published in 1996 and 1997. The pair should be read in publication order, beginning with Ellie followed by Camellia, to experience the full narrative arc. This is a finished series with no additional installments planned.

Start with Ellie and read in order.

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2024–2024)

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1
The Long and Winding Road

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

28 books (1993–2025)

Lesley Pearse's collection of 28 standalone novels spans from 1993 to 2025, with the series continuing to expand. These historical fiction works should be read in publication order, beginning with Georgia and progressing through titles like Tara, Charity, and Charlie. Each novel stands independently, allowing readers to start anywhere in the series, though following the publication timeline offers insight into Pearse's evolving storytelling style across three decades.

Start with Georgia, the first of 28 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Lesley Pearse written?
Lesley Pearse has written 35 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Lesley Pearse series?
Here are the first books in Lesley Pearse's series: Belle: Belle; Ellie: Ellie.
What order should I read Lesley Pearse's books?
We recommend reading Lesley Pearse's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Lesley Pearse still writing new books?
Yes, Lesley Pearse has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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