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Lynn Messina Reading Order

7 series · 41 books

Romance

Lynn Messina is a prolific American author who has published over forty books across multiple series since 2003. She is best known for her cozy mysteries set during England's Regency period, particularly the Beatrice Hyde-Clare and Flora Hyde-Clare detective series that blend historical intrigue with engaging protagonists. Messina's work spans romance and mystery genres, with her catalog also including the Love Takes Root series and various anthologies and novellas that showcase her versatility as a contemporary and historical fiction writer.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2004–2004)

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Never on a Sundae
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Beatrice Hyde-Clare Mysteries Series

Ongoing

15 books (2018–2026)

Start with A Brazen Curiosity, the first of 14 books in the Beatrice Hyde-Clare Mysteries series.

Start this series with A Brazen Curiosity

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A Brazen Curiosity
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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A Scandalous Deception
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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An Infamous Betrayal
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
A Nefarious Engagement
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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A Treacherous Performance
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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A Sinister Establishment
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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A Ghastly Spectacle
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
A Malevolent Connection
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
An Ominous Explosion
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
A Murderous Tryst
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
An Extravagant Duplicity
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
A Vicious Machination
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
A Pernicious Fabrication
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
A Venomous Betrothal
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
A Wretched Folly
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Flora Hyde-Clare Mysteries Series

Ongoing

2 books (2020–2025)

Start with A Boldly Daring Scheme and read in order.

Start this series with A Boldly Daring Scheme

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A Boldly Daring Scheme
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
A Highly Courageous Adventure
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Love Takes Root Series

Complete

6 books (2014–2018)

Start with Miss Fellingham's Rebellion, the first of 6 books in the Love Takes Root series.

Start this series with Miss Fellingham's Rebellion

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Miss Fellingham's Rebellion
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Fellingham Minx
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Harlow Hoyden
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Other Harlow Girl
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Bolingbroke Chit
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Impertinent Miss Templeton
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2014)

Start with Troublemaker and read in order.

Start this series with Troublemaker

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Troublemaker
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Love in the Time of Zombies
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

9 books (2003–2018)

Start with Fashionistas, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Fashionistas

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Fashionistas
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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3
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Mim Warner's Lost Her Cool
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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5
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Little Vampire Women
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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7
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The Girls' Guide to Dating Zombies
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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Prejudice & Pride
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Violet Venom's Rules for Life
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Verity Lark Mysteries Series

Ongoing

6 books (2022–2026)

Start with A Lark’s Tale, the first of 6 books in the Verity Lark Mysteries series.

Start this series with A Lark’s Tale

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A Lark’s Tale
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
A Lark's Flight
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
A Lark's Conceit
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
A Lark's Release
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
A Lark's Regret
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
A Lark's Gambit
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Lynn Messina written?
Lynn Messina has written 41 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Lynn Messina series?
Here are the first books in Lynn Messina's series: Beatrice Hyde-Clare Mysteries: A Brazen Curiosity; Flora Hyde-Clare Mysteries: A Boldly Daring Scheme; Love Takes Root: Miss Fellingham's Rebellion; Short Stories/Novellas: Troublemaker; Verity Lark Mysteries: A Lark’s Tale.
What order should I read Lynn Messina's books?
We recommend reading Lynn Messina's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Lynn Messina still writing new books?
Yes, Lynn Messina has 3 ongoing series: Beatrice Hyde-Clare Mysteries, Flora Hyde-Clare Mysteries, Verity Lark Mysteries.

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