Liz Tolsma Reading Order
12 series · 86 books
Liz Tolsma is an American historical romance author whose prolific career spans over a decade with more than 70 books across multiple series. Her work frequently explores pivotal historical moments, particularly World War II and earlier eras, blending authentic period detail with intimate character-driven narratives. Best known for her Doors to the Past and Echoes of the Past series, Tolsma has become a go-to author for readers seeking heartfelt historical fiction that captures both the drama and humanity of bygone times.
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A Day to Remember Series
Ongoing6 books (2024–2026)
A Day to Remember is an ongoing historical fiction and romance series featuring six books published between 2024 and 2026, with each entry written by a different author. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with When Hope Sank by Denise Weimer and continuing through When the Sky Burned. Each novel in the series explores a different historical disaster through the lens of romance and human resilience.
Start with When Hope Sank(By: Denise Weimer), the first of 6 books in the A Day to Remember series.
Start this series with When Hope Sank(By: Denise Weimer)
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Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2011–2020)
Liz Tolsma has contributed to five anthologies spanning 2011 to 2020, though only two are attributed solely to her in this series listing. These historical romance and historical fiction anthologies should be read in publication order beginning with A Log Cabin Christmas Collection. The series is now complete.
Start with A Log Cabin Christmas Collection and read in order.
Start this series with A Log Cabin Christmas Collection
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Doors To The Past Series
Likely Complete12 books (2021–2023)
Doors to the Past is a 12-book historical romance series published between 2021 and 2023, featuring contributions from multiple authors including Liz Tolsma, Carrie Fancett Pagels, Kimberley Woodhouse, and others. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Behind Love's Wall. Each book in the collection explores romantic storylines set against historical backdrops, offering standalone narratives while contributing to the larger series arc.
Start with Behind Love's Wall(By: Carrie Fancett Pagels), the first of 12 books in the Doors To The Past series.
Start this series with Behind Love's Wall(By: Carrie Fancett Pagels)
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Echoes of the Past Series
Ongoing3 books (2023–2024)
Liz Tolsma's Echoes of the Past is an ongoing historical romance series comprising three books published between 2023 and 2024. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with What I Would Tell You, followed by What I Left for You, and What I Promise You. With new installments forthcoming, this is an ideal series for readers seeking historical fiction interwoven with romantic elements.
Start with What I Would Tell You and read in order.
Start this series with What I Would Tell You
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Ever After Mysteries Series
Ongoing15 books (2021–2024)
The Ever After Mysteries is an ongoing collaborative series featuring 15 books published between 2021 and 2024, written by various authors including Liz Tolsma, Marji Laine, Cathe Swanson, Chautona Havig, and others. Each book stands as an independent mystery story while contributing to the larger collection. Readers should follow publication order beginning with A Giant Murder to experience the series as intended. The collection blends historical fiction and romance elements across its diverse mystery narratives.
Start with A Giant Murder(By: Marji Laine), the first of 15 books in the Ever After Mysteries series.
Start this series with A Giant Murder(By: Marji Laine)
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Heroines of WWII Series
Likely Complete10 books (2021–2023)
The Heroines of WWII is a ten-book historical romance series featuring different female protagonists during World War II, published between 2021 and 2023. Written by multiple authors including Liz Tolsma, Candice Sue Patterson, Johnnie Alexander, Angela K Couch, and others, each standalone novel follows a different woman's experience during the war. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Picture of Hope.
Start with A Picture of Hope, the first of 10 books in the Heroines of WWII series.
Start this series with A Picture of Hope
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Love & Romance Collections Series
Complete9 books (2014–2016)
The Love & Romance Collections series by Liz Tolsma comprises five complete anthologies published between 2014 and 2016, each featuring stories from multiple romance and historical fiction authors. The series includes The Farmer's Daughter Romance Collection, The New England Romance Collection, Love Is Patient Romance Collection, The Rails to Love Romance Collection, and The Valiant Hearts Romance Collection. These standalone collections should be read in publication order for the best experience. The series concluded in 2016.
Start with The Farmer's Daughter Romance Collection(By: Kelly Eileen Hake,Jill Stengl,Tracie Peterson,Susan May Warren,MaryDavis), the first of 5 books in the Love & Romance Collections series.
Start this series with The Farmer's Daughter Romance Collection
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Music of Hope Series
Complete3 books (2018–2020)
The Music of Hope series by Liz Tolsma is a three-book historical romance series published between 2018 and 2020. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Melody of the Soul, followed by When the Heart Sings, and concluding with The Refrain Within. Each installment builds on the preceding novel, making sequential reading essential for full enjoyment of this finished series.
Start with The Melody of the Soul and read in order.
Start this series with The Melody of the Soul
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (2018–2018)
Liz Tolsma's two-book collection of standalone historical romance novels was completed in 2018. Begin with Seal of the Sand Dweller, written in collaboration with R. Rushing, followed by The Amish Widow's New Love. Each book can be read independently, though reading in publication order provides the intended experience of these historical romance stories.
Start with Seal Of The Sand Dweller(With: R. Rushing) and read in order.
Start this series with Seal Of The Sand Dweller(With: R. Rushing)
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Thanksgiving Books & Blessings Collection Two Series
Complete6 books (2019–2019)
The Thanksgiving Books & Blessings Collection Two is a complete six-book anthology of historical romance stories published in 2019. Each book stands alone as an individual story while contributing to the overall Thanksgiving-themed collection. Reading in publication order beginning with Blizzards and Blessings provides the intended experience of this multi-author series featuring romance and historical fiction set in various American settings.
Start with Blizzards and Blessings(By: Samantha Bayarr), the first of 6 books in the Thanksgiving Books & Blessings Collection Two series.
Start this series with Blizzards and Blessings(By: Samantha Bayarr)
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True Colors Series
Likely Complete12 books (2019–2021)
The True Colors series is a twelve-book historical romance collection published between 2019 and 2021, with each installment focusing on a different color. The series features contributions from multiple authors including Liz Tolsma, Grace Hitchcock, Angie Dicken, Kathleen Y'Barbo, Shannon McNear, Pepper D. Basham, A.D. Lawrence, and Jennifer Uhlarik. Readers should begin with The Pink Bonnet and proceed in publication order through all twelve entries. The series appears to be complete.
Start with The Pink Bonnet, the first of 12 books in the True Colors series.
Start this series with The Pink Bonnet
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Women of Courage Series
Complete3 books (2013–2015)
Liz Tolsma's Women of Courage series comprises three historical romance novels published between 2013 and 2015. The three books—Snow on the Tulips, Daisies Are Forever, and Remember the Lilies—should be read in publication order and form a complete series. Each novel features different female protagonists navigating courage and romance during pivotal historical moments.
Start with Snow on the Tulips and read in order.
Start this series with Snow on the Tulips
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Liz Tolsma written?
- Liz Tolsma has written 86 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Liz Tolsma series?
- Here are the first books in Liz Tolsma's series: A Day to Remember: When Hope Sank(By: Denise Weimer); Anthologies: A Log Cabin Christmas Collection; Doors To The Past: Behind Love's Wall(By: Carrie Fancett Pagels); Echoes of the Past: What I Would Tell You; Ever After Mysteries: A Giant Murder(By: Marji Laine).
- What order should I read Liz Tolsma's books?
- We recommend reading Liz Tolsma's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Liz Tolsma still writing new books?
- Yes, Liz Tolsma has 3 ongoing series: A Day to Remember, Echoes of the Past, Ever After Mysteries.