Veronica Heley Reading Order
8 series · 79 books
Veronica Heley, a prolific British author, has made her mark in crime fiction, historical fiction, and children's literature with an impressive catalog of 79 books across eight series, including the popular Abbot Agency, Ellie Quicke, and Sam & Co School Adventures. Active from 1974 to 2025, she is known for her engaging storytelling and has shared her expertise through writing workshops. Her extensive body of work showcases her versatility and passion for captivating readers of all ages.
Abbot Agency Series
Ongoing18 books (2007–2025)
Start with False Charity, the first of 18 books in the Abbot Agency series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  False Charity 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  False Picture 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  False Step 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  False Pretences 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | False Money 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  False Report 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  False Alarm 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  False Diamond 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | False Impression 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  False Wall 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  False Fire 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  False Pride 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  False Account 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  False Conclusion 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  False Face 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  False Name 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | False Witness 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | False Gold 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Eden Hall Series
Complete4 books (2004–2006)
Start with Eden Hall, the first of 4 books in the Eden Hall series.
Ellie Quicke Series
Likely Complete22 books (2000–2022)
Start with Murder at the Altar, the first of 22 books in the Ellie Quicke series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Murder at the Altar 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Murder by Suicide / Murder by Poison Pen 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Murder By Accident 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Murder of Innocence 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Murder by Committee 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Murder in the Garden 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Murder by Bicycle 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Murder of Identity 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Murder in the Park 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Murder in House 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Murder by Mistake 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Murder My Neighbour 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Murder in Mind 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Murder with Mercy 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Murder in Time 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Murder by Suspicion 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Murder in Style 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Murder for Nothing 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Murder by Suggestion 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Murder for Good 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Murder in Law 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Murder for Profit 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
Kate Overcomes Series
Complete2 books (1982–2002)
Start with Kate and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2000–2000)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Easter Tree 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
Sam & Co School Adventures Series
Complete5 books (1993–2002)
Start with Break-in, the first of 5 books in the Sam & Co School Adventures series.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2005–2013)
Start with Stories of Everyday Saints and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete25 books (1974–2014)
Start with Sue for Mercy, the first of 25 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Sue for Mercy 1974Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Scream for Sarah 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Cry for Kit 1976Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Fear for Frances 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Death for Deborah 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  My Lord, The Hermit 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Tarrant Rose 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Longsword 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Sparrow 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Whistler 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Genius at Work 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Natasha's Badge 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Freewheeling 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Natasha's Swing 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Sky High 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Natasha the Brownie 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  The Boy Who Wouldn't 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Natasha 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Natasha's Dare 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | Penguin Theatre 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Who, Me? Paul 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Good for Kate 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Hawkeye of Paradise Row 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  The Wilful Heiress 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | The Siege of Salwarpe 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Veronica Heley written?
- Veronica Heley has written 79 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1974 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Veronica Heley series?
- Here are the first books in Veronica Heley's series: Abbot Agency: False Charity; Eden Hall: Eden Hall; Ellie Quicke: Murder at the Altar; Kate Overcomes: Kate; Sam & Co School Adventures: Break-in.
- What order should I read Veronica Heley's books?
- We recommend reading Veronica Heley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Veronica Heley still writing new books?
- Yes, Veronica Heley has 1 ongoing series: Abbot Agency.