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Terri Blackstock Reading Order

14 series Β· 104 books Β· Born 1957

Terri Blackstock is a prolific Christian fiction author known for weaving suspense and emotional depth into her narratives. With nearly 90 novels across 13 series published since 1984, she has built a career on stories that explore faith, danger, and moral complexity, including her popular Cape Refuge and If I Run series. Early in her writing journey, she published romance under different pen names before establishing herself as a leading voice in faith-based thriller fiction.

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Anthologies Series

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3 books (2000–2015)

Terri Blackstock's anthology series spans three volumes published between 2000 and 2015, collecting various short stories and tales across multiple genres. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Tales of Faraway Places, followed by The Storytellers' Collection Book 2: Tales from Home, and concluding with Chance of Loving You. These anthologies blend mystery, thriller, romance, and other narrative forms, making them ideal for readers who enjoy diverse short fiction.

Start with Tales of Faraway Places and read in order.

Start this series with Tales of Faraway Places

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Tales of Faraway Places
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The Storytellers' Collection Book 2: Tales from Home
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Chance of Loving You

Calendar Of Romance Series

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10 books (1991–1992)

The Calendar of Romance is a complete ten-book series published between 1991 and 1992, with each installment centered around a different holiday or occasion throughout the year. Rather than following a continuous narrative, the series features standalone romance stories by various authors, each contributing their own tale tied to a specific celebration from New Year's Day through Valentine's Day. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the full seasonal progression of romantic adventures. This collection brings together multiple romance authors to create a year-spanning anthology of holiday-themed stories.

Start with Happy New Year, Darling(By: Margaret St. George), the first of 10 books in the Calendar Of Romance series.

Start this series with Happy New Year, Darling(By: Margaret St. George)

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Happy New Year, Darling(By: Margaret St. George)
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A Christmas Marriage(By: Dallas Schulze)
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A Man for Easter(By: Stella Cameron)
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Count Your Blessings(By: Kathy Clark)
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Flannery's Rainbow(By: Julie Kistler)
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Home Free(By: Cathy Gillen Thacker)
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Opposing Camps(By: Judith Arnold)
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Under His Spell(By: Linda Randall Wisdom)
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Valentine's Hearts And Flowers(By: Muriel Jensen)

Cape Refuge Series

Complete

4 books (2002–2005)

The Cape Refuge series consists of four complete mystery and romance novels by Terri Blackstock, published between 2002 and 2005. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Cape Refuge and continuing through Southern Storm, River's Edge, and Breaker's Reef. This interconnected mystery series should be read sequentially to fully appreciate the developing plot and character arcs across all four installments.

Start with Cape Refuge, the first of 4 books in the Cape Refuge series.

Heartbeat Series

Complete

14 books (1993–2003)

The Heartbeat series is a fourteen-book collection of mystery and romance novels published between 1993 and 2003. This completed series should be read in publication order, beginning with Falling Angel and concluding with Straight from the Heart. The books feature contributions from multiple authors and blend thriller, romantic, and dramatic elements throughout the interconnected narratives.

Start with Falling Angel(By: Anne Stuart), the first of 14 books in the Heartbeat series.

Start this series with Falling Angel(By: Anne Stuart)

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Falling Angel(By: Anne Stuart)
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Borrowed Time(By: Cassie Miles)
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Close Encounter(By: Kim Hansen)
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Hart's Dream(By: Mary Anne Wilson)
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Lover's Leap(By: Pamela Browning)
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On the Mend(By: Sarah Morgan)
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Life Support(By: Jennifer Taylor)
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Chemical Reaction(By: Caroline Anderson)
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Dangerous Practice(By: Judy Campbell)
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Double Duty(By: Alison Roberts)
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Lovesick(By: Carol Marinelli)
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No Strings(By: Lilian Darcy)
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Saving Flynn(By: Carol Marinelli)
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Straight from the Heart(By: Josie Metcalfe)

If I Run Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2018)

Terri Blackstock's If I Run series comprises three mystery thrillers published between 2016 and 2018. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order: If I Run, If I'm Found, and If I Live. This finished series blends mystery, thriller, and romance elements throughout its arc.

Start with If I Run and read in order.

Intervention Series

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3 books (2009–2012)

Terri Blackstock's complete Intervention trilogy consists of three books published between 2009 and 2012, blending mystery, thriller, and romantic elements throughout the series. The three novels in order are Intervention, Vicious Cycle, and Downfall. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the full arc of the story as intended by the author.

Start with Intervention and read in order.

Moonlighters Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2015)

The Moonlighters is a complete three-book mystery and thriller series by Terri Blackstock published between 2013 and 2015. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Truth Stained Lies, followed by Distortion, and concluding with Twisted Innocence. Each book builds on the previous installment, making sequential reading essential to following the interconnected storylines.

Start with Truth Stained Lies and read in order.

Start this series with Truth Stained Lies

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Newpointe 911 Series

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5 books (1998–2003)

The Newpointe 911 series comprises five complete mystery and thriller novels published between 1998 and 2003 by Terri Blackstock. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Private Justice and concluding with Line of Duty, as they form a connected narrative arc. The series blends elements of mystery, romance, and suspense throughout its five installments.

Start with Private Justice, the first of 5 books in the Newpointe 911 series.

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2005–2005)

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Soul Restoration: Hope for the Weary

Restoration Series

Complete

4 books (2005–2008)

The Restoration series by Terri Blackstock consists of four complete novels published between 2005 and 2008. This mystery and thriller series should be read in publication order, beginning with Last Light and continuing through Night Light, True Light, and Dawn's Light. The interconnected narrative unfolds across these four volumes, making sequential reading essential for following the story's development.

Start with Last Light, the first of 4 books in the Restoration series.

Seasons Series

Complete

4 books (1999–2002)

The Seasons series by Terri Blackstock comprises four complete novels published between 1999 and 2002. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Seasons Under Heaven and continuing through Showers in Season, Times and Seasons, and Season of Blessing. This mystery and romance series blends Blackstock's signature storytelling with themes of faith and personal transformation.

Start with Seasons Under Heaven, the first of 4 books in the Seasons series.

Start this series with Seasons Under Heaven

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Seasons Under Heaven
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Second Chances Series

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4 books (1996–1997)

The Second Chances series by Terri Blackstock consists of four complete novels published between 1996 and 1997. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Never Again Good-Bye, followed by Blind Trust, Broken Wings, and When Dreams Cross. This mystery and romance series blends thriller elements with character-driven storytelling across its four interconnected entries.

Start with Never Again Good-Bye, the first of 4 books in the Second Chances series.

Start this series with Never Again Good-Bye

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Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

42 books (1984–2021)

Terri Blackstock has written 42 standalone novels spanning from 1984 to 2021, blending mystery, thriller, and romance elements throughout her career. The early works were published under the name Terri Herrington before she transitioned to her current name. These books should be read in publication order to follow the author's evolving style and themes, though each novel tells a complete, independent story. The series likely concluded around 2021, offering readers a comprehensive body of work across nearly four decades of fiction writing.

Start with Blue Fire(As:Terri Herrington), the first of 42 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Blue Fire(As:Terri Herrington)

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Blue Fire(As:Terri Herrington)
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A Secret Stirring(As:Terri Herrington)
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Head Over Heels(As:Terri Herrington)
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Lover's Reunion(As:Terri Herrington)
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Tender Betrayer(As:Terri Herrington)
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Stolen Moments(As:Terri Herrington)
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Tangled Triumphs(As:Terri Herrington)
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Ticket to a Fantasy(As:Terri Herrington)
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Wife Wanted(As:Terri Herrington)
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Her Father's Daughter(As:Terri Herrington)
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Silena(As:Terri Herrington)
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Flashback(As:Terri Herrington)
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One Good Man(As:Terri Herrington)
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Catch a Falling Star
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The Princess and the Pauper
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Winner Take All(As:Terri Herrington)
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The Heart Reader of Franklin High
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Love's Second Chances
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The Gifted Sophomores
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Sun Coast Chronicles Series

Complete

4 books (1995–1997)

The Sun Coast Chronicles by Terri Blackstock is a complete four-book mystery and romance series published between 1995 and 1997. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Evidence of Mercy and continuing through Justifiable Means, Ulterior Motives, and Presumption of Guilt. This series combines elements of thriller and romance across its interconnected narrative arc.

Start with Evidence of Mercy, the first of 4 books in the Sun Coast Chronicles series.

Start this series with Evidence of Mercy

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Presumption of Guilt

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Terri Blackstock written?
Terri Blackstock has written 104 books across 14 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2021.
What is the first book in each Terri Blackstock series?
Here are the first books in Terri Blackstock's series: Anthologies: Tales of Faraway Places; Calendar Of Romance: Happy New Year, Darling(By: Margaret St. George); Cape Refuge: Cape Refuge; Heartbeat: Falling Angel(By: Anne Stuart); If I Run: If I Run.
What order should I read Terri Blackstock's books?
We recommend reading Terri Blackstock's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Terri Blackstock's series complete?
Terri Blackstock has 13 completed series.

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