Sarah R. Shaber Reading Order
5 series · 17 books
Sarah R. Shaber crafts atmospheric historical mysteries and spy thrillers that span multiple interconnected series, including her Professor Simon Shaw investigations and the Louise Pearlie stories. Over two decades of publication, she has built a diverse catalog of seventeen books that blend period detail with compelling mystery plotting, appealing to readers who enjoy both standalone narratives and ongoing character-driven series.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2005–2005)
Louise Pearlie Series
Complete7 books (2011–2019)
Sarah R. Shaber's Louise Pearlie mystery series consists of seven books published between 2011 and 2019, following publication order from Louise's War through Louise's Crossing. The complete series should be read sequentially, as each installment builds on the previous narrative. These mysteries are set during and after World War II, following the titular character through espionage, danger, and complex moral choices as she navigates a world of secrets and deception.
Start with Louise's War, the first of 7 books in the Louise Pearlie series.
Start this series with Louise's War
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Louise Pearlie Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
Professor Simon Shaw Series
Complete5 books (1997–2007)
Sarah R. Shaber's Professor Simon Shaw mystery series comprises five complete novels published between 1997 and 2007, following publication order from Simon Said through Shell Game. This closed series features a history professor protagonist navigating mysteries and conspiracies across its standalone yet interconnected cases. Each novel builds on the established character while delivering its own self-contained plot, making the series ideal for readers who enjoy academic settings combined with thriller elements.
Start with Simon Said, the first of 5 books in the Professor Simon Shaw series.
Start this series with Simon Said
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (2007–2013)
Sarah R. Shaber wrote three mystery and thriller novels between 2007 and 2013, with the series now complete. These works should be read in publication order, beginning with Burying Ground, followed by Blood Test, and concluding with Four Short Stories. Each entry stands alone while contributing to the author's body of work in the genre.
Start with Burying Ground and read in order.
Start this series with Burying Ground
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Sarah R. Shaber written?
- Sarah R. Shaber has written 17 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2019.
- What is the first book in each Sarah R. Shaber series?
- Here are the first books in Sarah R. Shaber's series: Louise Pearlie: Louise's War; Professor Simon Shaw: Simon Said.
- What order should I read Sarah R. Shaber's books?
- We recommend reading Sarah R. Shaber's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Sarah R. Shaber's series complete?
- Sarah R. Shaber has 5 completed series.