Reading Order List โ€” Book Series Reading Order Guide

Michelle Vernal Reading Order

7 series ยท 41 books

Michelle Vernal is a New Zealand novelist renowned for her contributions to chick lit and historical fiction. With a diverse portfolio of 41 books spanning 7 series, her most notable works include Being Shirley, The Guesthouse on the Green, and The Irish Adoption House. Active from 2013 to 2026, Vernalโ€™s engaging storytelling captivates readers, immersing them in charming and heartfelt narratives.

Being Shirley Series

Complete

2 books (2014โ€“2014)

Start with Being Shirley and read in order.

#Title
1
Being Shirley
2
Staying at Eleni's

Isabel's Story Series

Complete

2 books (2018โ€“2020)

Start with The Promise and read in order.

#Title
1
2
The Dancer / The Letter

Little Irish Village Series

Ongoing

5 books (2022โ€“2024)

Start with Christmas in the Little Irish Village, the first of 5 books in the Little Irish Village series.

#Title
1
Christmas in the Little Irish Village
2
Cover of A Christmas Miracle in the Little Irish Village
A Christmas Miracle in the Little Irish Village
3
New Beginnings in the Little Irish Village
4
Saving Christmas in the Little Irish Village
5
Secrets in the Little Irish Village

Liverpool Brides / Brides of Bold Street Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2020โ€“2022)

Start with The Autumn Posy / The Dressmaker's Secret, the first of 4 books in the Liverpool Brides / Brides of Bold Street series.

#Title
1
The Autumn Posy / The Dressmaker's Secret
2
The Spring Posy / The Dressmaker's Past
3
The Winter Posy / The Dressmaker's War
4
The Summer Posy / The Dressmaker's Chance

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2013โ€“2024)

Start with The Cooking School on the Bay, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
The Cooking School on the Bay
2
Second-Hand Jane
3
The Travellerโ€™s Daughter
4
Sweet Home Summer
5
When We Say Goodbye
6
The Little Irish Farm

The Guesthouse on the Green Series

Ongoing

19 books (2018โ€“2025)

Start with O'Mara's, the first of 19 books in the The Guesthouse on the Green series.

#Title
1
2
Christmas at O'Mara's
3
Moira Lisa Smile
4
New Year's Eve with the O'Maras
5
Rosi's Regrets
6
What Goes on Tour
7
A Wedding at O'Mara's
8
Due in March
9
Maureen's Song
10
The O'Mara's in LaLa Land
11
A Baby at O'Mara's
12
The Housewarming
13
An O'Mara's Reunion
14
Rainbows Over O'Mara's
15
The O'Maras Go Greek
16
Matchmaking at O'Mara's
17
Mrs Flaherty & The Fox
18
All at Sea with the O'Maras
19
The O'Mara's Go Cruising / Cruising with the O'Maras

The Irish Adoption House Series

Ongoing

3 books (2025โ€“2026)

Start with Secrets at the Irish Adoption House and read in order.

#Title
1
Secrets at the Irish Adoption House
2
The Irish Adoption House
3
The Orphan at the Irish Adoption House

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Michelle Vernal written?
Michelle Vernal has written 41 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Michelle Vernal series?
Here are the first books in Michelle Vernal's series: Being Shirley: Being Shirley; Isabel's Story: The Promise; Little Irish Village: Christmas in the Little Irish Village; Liverpool Brides / Brides of Bold Street: The Autumn Posy / The Dressmaker's Secret; The Guesthouse on the Green: O'Mara's.
What order should I read Michelle Vernal's books?
We recommend reading Michelle Vernal's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Michelle Vernal still writing new books?
Yes, Michelle Vernal has 4 ongoing series: Little Irish Village, Standalone Novels, The Guesthouse on the Green, The Irish Adoption House.

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