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Mary Ellis Reading Order

11 series Β· 29 books

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Amish Miracle Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2014)

The Amish Miracle series is a completed three-book collection of mystery and romance stories set in Amish communities, published in 2014. Each novel can be read as a standalone entry, though reading them in publication orderβ€”Always Beautiful, Always His Providence, and Always in My Heartβ€”provides the intended experience. This historical fiction series blends romantic elements with mystery plotlines characteristic of Amish-themed fiction.

Start with Always Beautiful(By: Beth Wiseman) and read in order.

Start this series with Always Beautiful(By: Beth Wiseman)

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Always Beautiful(By: Beth Wiseman)
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Always His Providence(By: Ruth Reid)
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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (1994–1994)

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Seventh Annual Collection

Bourbon Tour Mystery Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2021–2021)

This two-book mystery series by Mary Ellis was published in 2021 and blends mystery, romance, and historical elements. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with 100 Proof Murder followed by One for the Road. The series appears to be complete.

Start with 100 Proof Murder(By: Mary Ellis) and read in order.

Start this series with 100 Proof Murder(By: Mary Ellis)

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100 Proof Murder(By: Mary Ellis)
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One for the Road(By: Mary Ellis)

Civil War Heroines Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2014)

Mary Ellis's Civil War Heroines series consists of three complete historical fiction novels blending mystery, romance, and Civil War-era settings. Published in 2014, the series comprises Romance on the River, The Lady and the Officer, and The Quaker and the Rebel, which should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc of the interconnected stories.

Start with Romance on the River and read in order.

Start this series with Romance on the River

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Romance on the River
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The Lady and the Officer
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The Quaker and the Rebel

Kate Weller/Marked For Retribution Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2019)

This three-book mystery thriller series by Mary Ellis follows protagonist Kate Weller through interconnected cases spanning from 2018 to 2019. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Hiding in Plain Sight, followed by Island of Last Resorts, and concluding with Sweet Taste of Revenge. The novels blend mystery, romance, and historical elements as they track Kate's investigations and personal journey.

Start with Hiding in Plain Sight and read in order.

Start this series with Hiding in Plain Sight

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Hiding in Plain Sight
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Island of Last Resorts
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Sweet Taste of Revenge

Miller Family Series

Complete

4 books (2009–2012)

The Miller Family series by Mary Ellis comprises four complete novels published between 2009 and 2012 that should be read in publication order. Beginning with A Widow's Hope and concluding with An Amish Family Reunion, this historical fiction romance mystery series follows the interconnected stories of the Miller family across its four entries. Ellis blends elements of Amish life, romance, and suspenseful plotting throughout the sequence, making publication order essential for following character development and family relationships.

Start with A Widow's Hope, the first of 4 books in the Miller Family series.

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The Way to a Man's Heart
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An Amish Family Reunion

New Beginnings Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2013)

Mary Ellis's New Beginnings is a complete three-book series blending mystery, romance, and historical fiction, published between 2012 and 2013. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Living in Harmony, followed by A Little Bit of Charm, and concluding with Love Comes to Paradise. Each installment builds on the previous story, making sequential reading essential to fully experience the narrative arc.

Start with Living in Harmony and read in order.

Start this series with Living in Harmony

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A Little Bit of Charm
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Love Comes to Paradise

Secrets Of The South Mysteries Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2017)

Mary Ellis's Secrets Of The South Mysteries is a four-book historical mystery series completed between 2015 and 2017. Each book stands alone as its own mystery while connecting thematically to the Southern setting and historical backdrop. Read in publication order, beginning with Midnight on the Mississippi, followed by Magnolia Moonlight, What Happened on Beale Street, and concluding with Sunset in Old Savannah. The series blends mystery and romance elements within historical fiction set in various Southern locations.

Start with Midnight on the Mississippi, the first of 4 books in the Secrets Of The South Mysteries series.

Start this series with Midnight on the Mississippi

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Midnight on the Mississippi
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What Happened on Beale Street
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Sunset in Old Savannah

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2010–2010)

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Sarah's Christmas Miracle

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

3 books (2014–2024)

Mary Ellis has published three standalone novels between 2014 and 2024 across the mystery, romance, and historical fiction genres. Though each book can be read independently, they were released in publication order as A Plain Man, The Last Heiress, and What Goes 'Round, with the series remaining ongoing. Readers should begin with A Plain Man and continue in the order the books were published to experience Ellis's work as intended.

Start with A Plain Man and read in order.

Wayne County Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Mary Ellis's Wayne County series consists of two complete historical fiction mysteries blending romance and suspense. Published in 2011, both A Marriage for Meghan and Abigail's New Hope should be read in publication order to fully experience the interconnected narratives. This brief series offers standalone stories while maintaining continuity within its setting and themes.

Start with A Marriage for Meghan and read in order.

Start this series with A Marriage for Meghan

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A Marriage for Meghan
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mary Ellis written?
Mary Ellis has written 29 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Mary Ellis series?
Here are the first books in Mary Ellis's series: Amish Miracle: Always Beautiful(By: Beth Wiseman); Bourbon Tour Mystery: 100 Proof Murder(By: Mary Ellis); Civil War Heroines: Romance on the River; Kate Weller/Marked For Retribution: Hiding in Plain Sight; Miller Family: A Widow's Hope.
What order should I read Mary Ellis's books?
We recommend reading Mary Ellis's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Mary Ellis still writing new books?
Yes, Mary Ellis has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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