Terry Ambrose Reading Order
5 series Β· 22 books
Terry Ambrose is an American mystery and thriller author who crafts intricate plots filled with unexpected turns and complex characters. His prolific output spans five series including the Beachtown Detective Agency, License to Lie, and Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery, along with various anthology contributions, totaling twenty-two books published between 2012 and 2022. Ambrose specializes in page-turning mysteries set in compelling locations that keep readers guessing until the final reveal.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2017β2017)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fall Into Crime |
Beachtown Detective Agency Series
Complete1 book (2022β2022)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Case of the Amorous Assailant |
License to Lie Series
Complete3 books (2012β2019)
Start with License to Lie and read in order.
Start this series with License to Lie
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | License to Lie |
| 2 | Con Game |
| 3 | Shadows from the Past |
Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery Series
Likely Complete6 books (2017β2022)
Start with A Treasure to Die For, the first of 6 books in the Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery series.
Start this series with A Treasure to Die For
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Treasure to Die For |
| 2 | Clues in the Sand |
| 3 | The Killer Christmas Sweater Club |
| 4 | Secrets of the Treasure King |
| 5 | Treasure Most Deadly |
| 6 | Lies, Spies, and the Baker's Surprise |
Trouble in Paradise Series
Likely Complete11 books (2012β2021)
Start with Photo Finish, the first of 11 books in the Trouble in Paradise series.
Start this series with Photo Finish
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Photo Finish |
| 2 | Kauai Temptations |
| 3 | Big Island Blues |
| 4 | Mystery of the Lei Palaoa |
| 5 | A Damsel for Santa |
| 6 | Honolulu Hottie |
| 7 | North Shore Nanny |
| 8 | Maui Magic |
| 9 | The Scent of Waikiki |
| 10 | On the Take in Waikiki |
| 11 | Mystery of the Eight Islands |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Terry Ambrose written?
- Terry Ambrose has written 22 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2022.
- What is the first book in each Terry Ambrose series?
- Here are the first books in Terry Ambrose's series: License to Lie: License to Lie; Seaside Cove Bed & Breakfast Mystery: A Treasure to Die For; Trouble in Paradise: Photo Finish.
- What order should I read Terry Ambrose's books?
- We recommend reading Terry Ambrose's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Terry Ambrose's series complete?
- Terry Ambrose has 3 completed series.

