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Melissa Foster Reading Order

28 series Β· 140 books

Melissa Foster is a prolific romance and thriller writer who has built an impressive catalog of over 138 books spanning 27 interconnected series since 2009. Her work blends romantic tension with suspenseful plotting, earning her recognition as a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Known for immersive series like Bad Boys After Dark, Bayside Summers, and Harmony Pointe, Foster creates interconnected stories that allow readers to revisit beloved characters and small-town settings across multiple books.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2019)

Melissa Foster's complete Anthologies series consists of two books published between 2015 and 2019, blending elements of mystery, thriller, and romance. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Skip to the Good Part 3 followed by Be Mine. This finished series offers readers a collection of interconnected stories within the anthology format.

Start with Skip to the Good Part 3 and read in order.

Start this series with Skip to the Good Part 3

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Bad Boys After Dark Series

Complete

4 books (2016–2018)

The Bad Boys After Dark series is a complete four-book romance and mystery collection by Melissa Foster published between 2016 and 2018. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Dylan, followed by Mick, Carson, and Brett, to experience the full narrative arc of this interconnected series.

Start with Dylan, the first of 4 books in the Bad Boys After Dark series.

Bayside Summers Series

Complete

6 books (2017–2020)

Melissa Foster's Bayside Summers is a six-book romantic mystery series published between 2017 and 2020. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Bayside Desires and concluding with Bayside Fantasies. Each installment builds on the previous entries, making sequential reading essential for following the interconnected storylines.

Start with Bayside Desires, the first of 6 books in the Bayside Summers series.

Harborside Nights Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

Melissa Foster's Harborside Nights is a three-book romantic mystery series published between 2015 and 2016. The trilogy follows interconnected characters and should be read in publication order, beginning with Catching Cassidy, followed by Discovering Delilah, and concluding with Tempting Tristan. The series is complete.

Start with Catching Cassidy and read in order.

Start this series with Catching Cassidy

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Harmony Pointe Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

Melissa Foster's Harmony Pointe trilogy blends mystery and romance across three interconnected novels published between 2019 and 2020. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Call Her Mine, followed by This Is Love, and concluding with She Loves Me. Each book builds on the previous installment's narrative and character development, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the overarching story.

Start with Call Her Mine and read in order.

Love In Bloom Special Publications Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2016)

The Love In Bloom Special Publications series comprises five supplementary books published between 2015 and 2016, offering companion materials to Melissa Foster's larger Love in Bloom romance collection. These special publications should be read in publication order, beginning with Hunky Heroes of the Love in Bloom Series, followed by the series guides, coloring book, and reading checklist. The complete series provides reference materials and bonus content for fans of Foster's romance and mystery-thriller work. This is a finished series that complements the main Love in Bloom books rather than standing alone.

Start with Hunky Heroes of the Love in Bloom Series, the first of 5 books in the Love In Bloom Special Publications series.

Start this series with Hunky Heroes of the Love in Bloom Series

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Hunky Heroes of the Love in Bloom Series
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Love in Bloom Series Guide (Black and White)
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Love in Bloom Series Guide (Color)
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Love in Bloom Series Reading Order and Checklist

Love on Rockwell Island Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2015)

Melissa Foster's Love on Rockwell Island is a completed two-book romance series blending mystery and thriller elements. The series consists of Cape Cod Kisses (2015) and Cape Cod Promises (2015), both published the same year. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the full arc of this New England-set romance.

Start with Cape Cod Kisses and read in order.

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Romantic Comedy Collection Series

Complete

1 book (2024–2024)

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The Mr. Right Checklist

Seaside Summers Series

Complete

9 books (2014–2019)

The Seaside Summers series by Melissa Foster is a nine-book contemporary romance and mystery collection published between 2014 and 2019. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Seaside Dreams. All nine titles follow characters connected to the seaside setting, with each book building on relationships and storylines established in previous installments.

Start with Seaside Dreams, the first of 9 books in the Seaside Summers series.

Silver Harbor Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2021–2022)

Melissa Foster's Silver Harbor series consists of three mystery and romance novels published between 2021 and 2022. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Maybe We Should, followed by Maybe We Will, and concluding with Maybe We Won't. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Maybe We Should and read in order.

Snow Sisters Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2013)

The Snow Sisters trilogy by Melissa Foster is a complete romantic mystery series consisting of three books published in 2013. Each installment should be read in publication order, beginning with Sisters in Bloom, followed by Sisters in Love, and concluding with Sisters in White. The series blends mystery and thriller elements with romance as it follows the interconnected stories of the Snow sisters.

Start with Sisters in Bloom and read in order.

Start this series with Sisters in Bloom

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Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2009–2023)

Melissa Foster's Standalone Novels collection comprises seven interconnected mystery and romance books published between 2009 and 2023. Each novel stands alone as a complete story while contributing to an overarching narrative thread. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Megan's Way and continuing through Hot Mess Summer to fully appreciate the connections between entries. With the final book released in 2023, the series appears to be complete.

Start with Megan's Way, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Sugar Lake Series

Complete

4 books (2017–2018)

Melissa Foster's Sugar Lake series comprises four complete mystery and romance novels published between 2017 and 2018. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Only for You and continuing through The Real Thing, Finding My Girl/Loving Talia, and Love Like Ours. This contemporary series blends romantic and suspenseful elements across its interconnected stories.

Start with Only for You, the first of 4 books in the Sugar Lake series.

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The Bradens & Montgomerys: Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls Series

Ongoing

11 books (2018–2024)

The Bradens & Montgomerys: Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls series by Melissa Foster consists of 11 books published between 2018 and 2024, with new installments continuing to release. This ongoing mystery and romance series should be read in publication order, beginning with Anything For Love and progressing through subsequent titles including Embracing Her Heart, Trails of Love, Wild, Crazy Hearts, Making You Mine, Searching for Love, Hot for Love, Sweet, Sexy Heart, Then Came Love, Rocked by Love, and Falling for Mr. Bad. Each book builds on the interconnected stories of characters in the Pleasant Hill and Oak Falls communities.

Start with Anything For Love, the first of 11 books in the The Bradens & Montgomerys: Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls series.

Start this series with Anything For Love

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The Bradens Novellas Collection Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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The Bradens at Peaceful Harbor, MD Series

Complete

7 books (2015–2018)

The Bradens at Peaceful Harbor, MD is a complete seven-book romantic series by Melissa Foster published between 2015 and 2018. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Healed by Love and concluding with Love at Last. This series blends mystery, thriller, and romance elements throughout its interconnected stories.

Start with Healed by Love, the first of 7 books in the The Bradens at Peaceful Harbor, MD series.

The Bradens at Ridgeport Series

Ongoing

3 books (2025–2027)

The Bradens at Ridgeport is an ongoing mystery and romance series by Melissa Foster with three books published between 2025 and 2027. Read the series in publication order, beginning with Playing Mr. Perfect / Claiming Her Heart, followed by Sincerely, Mr. Braden: Seth Braden, and concluding with Shamelessly Mr. Charming.

Start with Playing Mr. Perfect / Claiming Her Heart and read in order.

Start this series with Playing Mr. Perfect / Claiming Her Heart

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Playing Mr. Perfect / Claiming Her Heart
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Sincerely, Mr. Braden: Seth Braden
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Shamelessly Mr. Charming

The Bradens at Trusty, CO Series

Complete

6 books (2014–2015)

The Bradens at Trusty, CO is a six-book romance and mystery series by Melissa Foster that ran from 2014 to 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Fated for Love and concluding with Dreaming of Love. Each installment builds on the romantic entanglements and interconnected storylines of characters in the small Colorado town of Trusty.

Start with Fated for Love, the first of 6 books in the The Bradens at Trusty, CO series.

The Bradens at Weston, CO Series

Complete

12 books (2013–2018)

The Bradens at Weston, CO is a complete 12-book romance series by Melissa Foster published between 2013 and 2018. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Bursting with Love. Each book follows members of the Braden family in Weston, Colorado as their romantic stories unfold, with entries ranging from full novels to novellas and a holiday special.

Start with Bursting with Love, the first of 12 books in the The Bradens at Weston, CO series.

Start this series with Bursting with Love

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The Remingtons Series

Complete

6 books (2014–2016)

The Remingtons is a complete six-book romance and mystery series by Melissa Foster, published between 2014 and 2016. Reading the books in publication orderβ€”beginning with Flames of Love and continuing through Game of Love, Read, Write, Love, Slope of Love, Stroke of Love, and Touched by Loveβ€”provides the intended experience of the interconnected stories. This series blends romantic elements with thriller components across its full span.

Start with Flames of Love, the first of 6 books in the The Remingtons series.

The Ryders Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2017)

The Ryders is a five-book contemporary romance and mystery series by Melissa Foster, published between 2015 and 2017. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Seized By Love. Each subsequent bookβ€”Chased by Love, Claimed by Love, Rescued by Love, and Swept Into Loveβ€”continues the interconnected stories of the Ryder family and their romantic entanglements.

Start with Seized By Love, the first of 5 books in the The Ryders series.

The Silvers at Silver Island Series

Ongoing

3 books (2025–2027)

The Silvers at Silver Island is an ongoing mystery and romance series by Melissa Foster with two books published in 2025 and 2026. The series follows the Silver family and should be read in publication order, beginning with Flirting with Trouble: Wells Silver, followed by The Trouble with Flings.

Start with Flirting with Trouble: Wells Silver and read in order.

Start this series with Flirting with Trouble: Wells Silver

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The Steeles at Silver Island Series

Ongoing

6 books (2020–2024)

The Steeles at Silver Island is an ongoing romance and mystery thriller series by Melissa Foster comprising six books published between 2020 and 2024. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Tempted by Love and continuing through My True Love, Always Her Love, Caught by Love, Wild Island Love, and Enticing Her Love. Each installment builds on the relationships and dynamics established in previous entries, making sequential reading essential for following the interconnected storylines.

Start with Tempted by Love, the first of 6 books in the The Steeles at Silver Island series.

The Whiskeys and Wickeds: Dark Knights at Salvation Falls Series

Complete

1 book (2027–2027)

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Whiskey Salvation: Rebel Whiskey

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2016–2021)

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor is a nine-book romance and mystery series by Melissa Foster published between 2016 and 2021. The series follows publication order, beginning with Tru Blue and concluding with Running on Diesel. Though no official announcement confirms completion, the series appears to be finished with its final installment released in 2021. Each book builds on the interconnected stories of the characters in this dark romance collection.

Start with Tru Blue, the first of 9 books in the The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Peaceful Harbor series.

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch Series

Ongoing

6 books (2022–2026)

The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch is an ongoing romance and mystery thriller series by Melissa Foster consisting of six books published between 2022 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Trouble with Whiskey and continuing through My Whiskey Redemption: Birdie Whiskey. Each installment explores the lives of characters connected to Redemption Ranch, blending romantic relationships with darker suspenseful elements.

Start with The Trouble with Whiskey, the first of 6 books in the The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch series.

Start this series with The Trouble with Whiskey

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My Whiskey Redemption: Birdie Whiskey

The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside Series

Ongoing

8 books (2020–2026)

The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside is an ongoing mystery and romance series by Melissa Foster consisting of eight books published between 2020 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Little Bit Wicked and continuing through the most recent entry, Love Me Wicked. Each installment builds on the narrative established in previous books, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the story's development.

Start with A Little Bit Wicked, the first of 8 books in the The Wickeds: Dark Knights at Bayside series.

Start this series with A Little Bit Wicked

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Wild Boys After Dark Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2015)

The Wild Boys After Dark series comprises four contemporary romance and mystery novels published in 2015, following the stories of four interconnected men named Cooper, Heath, Jackson, and Logan. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Cooper and proceeding through Heath, Jackson, and concluding with Logan to fully experience the character development and overarching storylines. Melissa Foster's blend of mystery and thriller elements interweaves with the romance throughout the four-book collection, creating a cohesive narrative arc that unfolds across each standalone romance.

Start with Cooper, the first of 4 books in the Wild Boys After Dark series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Melissa Foster written?
Melissa Foster has written 140 books across 28 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2027.
What is the first book in each Melissa Foster series?
Here are the first books in Melissa Foster's series: Anthologies: Skip to the Good Part 3; Bad Boys After Dark: Dylan; Bayside Summers: Bayside Desires; Harborside Nights: Catching Cassidy; Harmony Pointe: Call Her Mine.
What order should I read Melissa Foster's books?
We recommend reading Melissa Foster's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Melissa Foster still writing new books?
Yes, Melissa Foster has 6 ongoing series: The Bradens & Montgomerys: Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls, The Bradens at Ridgeport, The Silvers at Silver Island, The Steeles at Silver Island, The Whiskeys: Dark Knights at Redemption Ranch and 1 more.

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