Lorena McCourtney Reading Order
8 series · 77 books
Lorena McCourtney is a prolific Christian author who has crafted over 75 mystery and romance novels across multiple series since 1979. Her career spans from early romance fiction to her signature blend of cozy mysteries infused with faith, including beloved series featuring sleuths like Andi McConnell, Cate Kinkaid, and the charming pairing of Mac and Ivy. McCourtney's accessible storytelling and character-driven plots have made her a staple in the Christian mystery genre, appealing to readers who seek engaging whodunits with heart and moral depth.
Andi McConnell Mystery Series
Complete3 books (2007–2015)
Start with Your Chariot Awaits and read in order.
Start this series with Your Chariot Awaits
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Cate Kinkaid Files Series
Complete3 books (2012–2014)
Start with Dying to Read and read in order.
Start this series with Dying to Read
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Ivy Malone Mysteries Series
Complete5 books (2004–2015)
Start with Invisible, the first of 5 books in the Ivy Malone Mysteries series.
Start this series with Invisible
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Mac 'N' Ivy Mysteries Series
Ongoing5 books (2016–2026)
Start with Something Buried, Something Blue, the first of 5 books in the Mac 'N' Ivy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Something Buried, Something Blue
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Mysteries Of Sparrow Island Series
Complete27 books (2005–2008)
Start with A Mysterious History(By: CharlotteCarter), the first of 27 books in the Mysteries Of Sparrow Island series.
Start this series with A Mysterious History(By: CharlotteCarter)
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Second Chance At Love Series
Complete2 books (1983–1984)
Start with Tarnished Rainbow and read in order.
Start this series with Tarnished Rainbow
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete29 books (1979–2018)
Start with Promise in Paradise, the first of 29 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Promise in Paradise
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The Julesburg Mysteries Series
Complete3 books (2002–2003)
Start with Riptide and read in order.
Start this series with Riptide
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Lorena McCourtney written?
- Lorena McCourtney has written 77 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Lorena McCourtney series?
- Here are the first books in Lorena McCourtney's series: Andi McConnell Mystery: Your Chariot Awaits; Cate Kinkaid Files: Dying to Read; Ivy Malone Mysteries: Invisible; Mac 'N' Ivy Mysteries: Something Buried, Something Blue; Mysteries Of Sparrow Island: A Mysterious History(By: CharlotteCarter).
- What order should I read Lorena McCourtney's books?
- We recommend reading Lorena McCourtney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Lorena McCourtney still writing new books?
- Yes, Lorena McCourtney has 1 ongoing series: Mac 'N' Ivy Mysteries.