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Susan Meissner Reading Order

3 series · 26 books · Born 1961

Historical FictionLiterary FictionYoung Adult

Susan Meissner crafts emotionally resonant historical fiction that weaves together personal stories with larger moments in time. Her novels span multiple genres including young adult and literary fiction, with her most recognized works belonging to interconnected series like the Children's and Rachael Flynn collections alongside numerous standalone works. With over two decades of publishing experience and a background in journalism and editing, Meissner brings a journalist's eye for detail and narrative depth to her explorations of how ordinary lives intersect with historical events.

Children's Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2024)

Start with Pumpkin Day at the Zoo and read in order.

Start this series with Pumpkin Day at the Zoo

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Pumpkin Day at the Zoo
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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To Mimi's House We Go
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Rachael Flynn Series

Complete

3 books (2006–2007)

Start with Widows & Orphans and read in order.

Start this series with Widows & Orphans

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Widows & Orphans
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Days & Hours
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Sticks & Stones
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

21 books (2004–2025)

Start with Why the Sky Is Blue, the first of 21 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Why the Sky Is Blue

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Why the Sky Is Blue
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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A Window to the World
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Remedy for Regret
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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A Seahorse in the Thames
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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In All Deep Places
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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Blue Heart Blessed
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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The Shape of Mercy
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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White Picket Fences
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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Lady in Waiting
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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A Sound Among the Trees
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Girl in the Glass
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
A Fall of Marigolds
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
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Secrets of a Charmed Life
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
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Stars Over Sunset Boulevard
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
A Bridge Across the Ocean
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
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As Bright as Heaven
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
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The Last Year of the War
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
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The Nature of Fragile Things
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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When We Had Wings(With: Ariel Lawhon,Kristina McMorris)
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Only the Beautiful
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21
A Map to Paradise
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Susan Meissner written?
Susan Meissner has written 26 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2004 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Susan Meissner series?
Here are the first books in Susan Meissner's series: Children's: Pumpkin Day at the Zoo; Rachael Flynn: Widows & Orphans.
What order should I read Susan Meissner's books?
We recommend reading Susan Meissner's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Susan Meissner still writing new books?
Yes, Susan Meissner has 2 ongoing series: Children's, Standalone Novels.

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