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Sara Donati Reading Order

3 series · 12 books · Born 1956

Historical Fiction

Sara Donati is an American historical fiction author known for immersive narratives set in richly detailed periods of the past. Writing across three distinct series including the acclaimed Wilderness sequence, her work spans from the late 1990s to the present day. Her twelve novels showcase a talent for weaving complex characters and historical events into compelling stories that appeal to readers seeking substantive, character-driven historical fiction.

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

4 books (1997–2024)

Start with Homestead(As: Rosina Lippi), the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Homestead(As: Rosina Lippi)

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Homestead(As: Rosina Lippi)
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Tied to the Tracks(As: Rosina Lippi)
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of The Pajama Girls of Lambert Square(As: Rosina Lippi)
The Pajama Girls of Lambert Square(As: Rosina Lippi)
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Sweet Blue Distance
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Waverly Place Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2019)

Start with The Gilded Hour and read in order.

Start this series with The Gilded Hour

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1
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The Gilded Hour
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Where the Light Enters
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Wilderness Series

Complete

6 books (1998–2009)

Start with Into the Wilderness, the first of 6 books in the Wilderness series.

Start this series with Into the Wilderness

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Into the Wilderness
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Dawn on a Distant Shore
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Lake in the Clouds
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Fire Along the Sky
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Queen of Swords
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Endless Forest
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Sara Donati written?
Sara Donati has written 12 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Sara Donati series?
Here are the first books in Sara Donati's series: Waverly Place: The Gilded Hour; Wilderness: Into the Wilderness.
What order should I read Sara Donati's books?
We recommend reading Sara Donati's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Sara Donati still writing new books?
Yes, Sara Donati has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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