Linda Castillo Reading Order
8 series · 77 books
Linda Castillo is a prolific mystery and thriller writer who has authored 77 books across multiple series since her debut in 2000, most notably the Kate Burkholder series set in Ohio's Amish country. Drawing on her rural Midwestern roots, she crafts atmospheric crime fiction that blends procedural detail with literary depth, earning her numerous industry accolades including the Daphne du Maurier Award of Excellence. Now based in Texas, Castillo continues to write full-time while pursuing her passion for horse riding and barrel racing.
Family Secrets Series
Complete21 books (2003–2004)
Start with A Verdict of Love(By: Jenna Mills), the first of 21 books in the Family Secrets series.
Start this series with A Verdict of Love(By: Jenna Mills)
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High Country Heroes Series
Complete3 books (2001–2002)
Start with A Hero To Hold and read in order.
Start this series with A Hero To Hold
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Kate Burkholder Series
Ongoing17 books (2009–2025)
Start with Sworn to Silence, the first of 17 books in the Kate Burkholder series.
Start this series with Sworn to Silence
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Kate Burkholder Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing12 books (2013–2026)
Start with Long Lost, the first of 12 books in the Kate Burkholder Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with Long Lost
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Kate Burkholder Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Lights Out Series
Complete5 books (2007–2007)
Start with A Baby Before Dawn, the first of 5 books in the Lights Out series.
Start this series with A Baby Before Dawn
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Operation: Midnight Series
Complete5 books (2005–2007)
Start with Operation: Midnight Escape, the first of 5 books in the Operation: Midnight series.
Start this series with Operation: Midnight Escape
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete13 books (2000–2007)
Start with Remember the Night, the first of 13 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Remember the Night
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Linda Castillo written?
- Linda Castillo has written 77 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Linda Castillo series?
- Here are the first books in Linda Castillo's series: Family Secrets: A Verdict of Love(By: Jenna Mills); High Country Heroes: A Hero To Hold; Kate Burkholder: Sworn to Silence; Kate Burkholder Short Stories/Novellas: Long Lost; Lights Out: A Baby Before Dawn.
- What order should I read Linda Castillo's books?
- We recommend reading Linda Castillo's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Linda Castillo still writing new books?
- Yes, Linda Castillo has 2 ongoing series: Kate Burkholder, Kate Burkholder Short Stories/Novellas.