Linda Castillo Reading Order
8 series · 77 books
Linda Castillo is a prolific author known for her gripping contemporary fiction, particularly in the suspense and thriller genres. With an impressive catalog of 77 books spread across eight series, she has captivated readers with works like the acclaimed Kate Burkholder series and its related short stories and collections. Active from 2000 to 2026, Castillo's storytelling has not only earned her a devoted readership but also solidified her status as a notable voice in modern crime fiction.
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.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  A Verdict of Love(By: Jenna Mills) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Broken Silence(By: Maggie Shayne,Eileen Wilks,Anne Marie Winston) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Enemy Mind(By: Maggie Shayne) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Her Beautiful Assassin(By: Virginia Kantra) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Pyramid of Lies(By: Anne Marie Winston) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Billionaire Drifter(By: Beverly Bird) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Bluewater Affair(By: Cindy Gerard) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Cinderella Mission(By: Catherine Mann) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Impossible Alliance(By: Candace Irvin) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Phoenix Encounter / Secret Encounter 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Player(By: Evelyn Vaughn) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Uncharted Waters 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Blind Attraction / The Parker Project(By: Joan Elliott Pickart) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Blind Attraction(By: Myrna Mackenzie) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Check Mate(By: Beverly Barton) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Close Quarters(By: Judith Lyons) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Fever(By: Linda Winstead Jones) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Racing Hearts(By: Lilian Darcy) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Ripple Effect(By: Vickie Taylor) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  The Insider(By: Ingrid Weaver) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  The Parker Project(By: Joan Elliott Pickart) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
High Country Heroes Series
Complete3 books (2001–2002)
Start with A Hero To Hold and read in order.
Kate Burkholder Series
Ongoing17 books (2009–2025)
Start with Sworn to Silence, the first of 17 books in the Kate Burkholder series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Sworn to Silence 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Pray for Silence 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Breaking Silence 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Gone Missing 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Her Last Breath 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Dead Will Tell 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  After the Storm 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Among the Wicked 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Down a Dark Road 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  A Gathering of Secrets 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Shamed 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Outsider 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Fallen 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Hidden One 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  An Evil Heart 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | The Burning 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Rage 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
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.
Kate Burkholder Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  A Simple Murder 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Lights Out Series
Complete5 books (2007–2007)
Start with A Baby Before Dawn, the first of 5 books in the Lights Out series.
Operation: Midnight Series
Complete5 books (2005–2007)
Start with Operation: Midnight Escape, the first of 5 books in the Operation: Midnight series.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete13 books (2000–2007)
Start with Remember the Night, the first of 13 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Remember the Night 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Cops And ... Lovers? 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Lay Down the Law 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Perfect Victim 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Midnight Run 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Shadow Side 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Uncharted Waters 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Fade To Red 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Dead Reckoning 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Depth Perception 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | A Whisper in the Dark 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  In the Dead of Night 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Overkill 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
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.