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Mimi Matthews

Mimi Matthews Reading Order

9 series · 25 books

Historical FictionNon-FictionRomance

Mimi Matthews is a USA Today bestselling author specializing in Victorian-era romance that draws praise from major literary institutions and publications. Her meticulously researched novels, including the acclaimed Belles of London series, blend historical detail with emotionally complex relationships, earning recognition from Kirkus, NPR, Library Journal, and prestigious awards like the HOLT Medallion and Daphne du Maurier nominations. Across eight series and multiple standalone works published since 2017, Matthews has established herself as a leading voice in historical romance for readers seeking intelligent, character-driven stories set against richly realized 19th-century backdrops.

Belles Of London Series

Ongoing

4 books (2022–2024)

Start with The Belle of Belgrave Square, the first of 4 books in the Belles Of London series.

Start this series with The Belle of Belgrave Square

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The Belle of Belgrave Square
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Siren of Sussex
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3
The Lily of Ludgate Hill
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Muse of Maiden Lane
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Daughters of Somerset Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

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Miss Beresford and the Beast
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Start with The Pug Who Bit Napoleon and read in order.

Start this series with The Pug Who Bit Napoleon

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The Pug Who Bit Napoleon
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2
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A Victorian Lady's Guide to Fashion and Beauty
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Parish Orphans Of Devon Series

Complete

4 books (2018–2020)

Start with The Matrimonial Advertisement, the first of 4 books in the Parish Orphans Of Devon series.

Start this series with The Matrimonial Advertisement

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The Matrimonial Advertisement
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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A Convenient Fiction
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3
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A Modest Independence
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4
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The Winter Companion
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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1
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A Holiday By Gaslight
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Somerset Stories Series

Ongoing

6 books (2019–2025)

Start with The Work of Art, the first of 6 books in the Somerset Stories series.

Start this series with The Work of Art

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The Work of Art
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Gentleman Jim
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Appointment in Bath
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Return to Satterthwaite Court
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
A Lady of Conscience
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Governess and the Rogue
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2017–2021)

Start with The Lost Letter, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Lost Letter

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The Lost Letter
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Viscount and the Vicar's Daughter
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Work of Art
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4

The Crinoline Academy Series

Ongoing

2 books (2025–2025)

Start with Rules for Ruin and read in order.

Start this series with Rules for Ruin

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Rules for Ruin
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Marriage Method
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Victorian Romantics Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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Fair as a Star
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Mimi Matthews written?
Mimi Matthews has written 25 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2017 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Mimi Matthews series?
Here are the first books in Mimi Matthews's series: Belles Of London: The Belle of Belgrave Square; Non-Fiction: The Pug Who Bit Napoleon; Parish Orphans Of Devon: The Matrimonial Advertisement; Somerset Stories: The Work of Art; The Crinoline Academy: Rules for Ruin.
What order should I read Mimi Matthews's books?
We recommend reading Mimi Matthews's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Mimi Matthews still writing new books?
Yes, Mimi Matthews has 3 ongoing series: Belles Of London, Somerset Stories, The Crinoline Academy.

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