Veronica Heley Reading Order

19 books (2007–2026)

The Abbot Agency series comprises 18 mystery and thriller novels by Veronica Heley, beginning with False Charity in 2007 and continuing through 2025. Published in sequence from False Charity through False Face and beyond, the series remains ongoing with new installments still being released. Readers should begin with the first book and follow the publication order to experience the full arc of the series.

Start with False Charity, the first of 18 books in the Abbot Agency series.

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1	False Charity 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	False Picture 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	False Step 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	False Pretences 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	False Money 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	False Report 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	False Alarm 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	False Diamond 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	False Impression 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	False Wall 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	False Fire 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	False Pride 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	False Account 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	False Conclusion 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	False Face 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	False Name 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	False Witness 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	False Gold 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	False Relation 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2004–2006)

The Eden Hall series comprises four mystery and historical fiction novels by Veronica Heley, published between 2004 and 2006. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Eden Hall and continuing through The Lady of the Hall, Master of the Hall, and Secret of the Hall. This finished series blends young adult appeal with action and adventure elements throughout its four installments.

Start with Eden Hall, the first of 4 books in the Eden Hall series.

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1	Eden Hall 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Lady of the Hall 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Master of the Hall 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Secret of the Hall 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

22 books (2000–2022)

The Ellie Quicke series is a 22-book mystery series by Veronica Heley that spans from 2000 to 2022 and appears to be complete. Each standalone mystery can be enjoyed independently, though readers will get the most from the series by following the books in publication order, beginning with Murder at the Altar. The series maintains consistent characters and setting while delivering self-contained mysteries with titles that indicate their themes, from Murder in the Garden to Murder in Time.

Start with Murder at the Altar, the first of 22 books in the Ellie Quicke series.

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1	Murder at the Altar 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Murder by Suicide / Murder by Poison Pen 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Murder By Accident 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Murder of Innocence 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Murder by Committee 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Murder in the Garden 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Murder by Bicycle 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Murder of Identity 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Murder in the Park 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Murder in House 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Murder by Mistake 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Murder My Neighbour 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Murder in Mind 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Murder with Mercy 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Murder in Time 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Murder by Suspicion 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Murder in Style 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Murder for Nothing 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Murder by Suggestion 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Murder for Good 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Murder in Law 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Murder for Profit 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1982–2002)

This two-book mystery and thriller series by Veronica Heley spans two decades from 1982 to 2002. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Kate followed by Kate Overcomes: Scare Me Not. The series is complete, offering readers a finished narrative arc across both volumes.

Start with Kate and read in order.

#	Title
1	Kate 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Kate Overcomes: Scare Me Not 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2000–2000)

#	Title
1	The Easter Tree 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1993–2002)

The Sam & Co School Adventures series consists of five complete books published between 1993 and 2002, following the reading order from Break-in through Smoke. These young adult mysteries blend action, adventure, and thriller elements as the characters navigate school life and various challenges. The series should be read in publication order to experience the full arc of Sam and company's adventures.

Start with Break-in, the first of 5 books in the Sam & Co School Adventures series.

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1	Break-in 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Double Trouble 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Bullies 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Who Cares! 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Smoke 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2005–2013)

Veronica Heley's two-book short story collection spans from 2005 to 2013 and is now complete. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Stories of Everyday Saints followed by Unsung Heroes. These collections draw from the author's diverse range of interests in mystery, historical fiction, and adventure narratives.

Start with Stories of Everyday Saints and read in order.

#	Title
1	Stories of Everyday Saints 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Unsung Heroes 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

25 books (1974–2014)

Veronica Heley's collection of 25 standalone novels spans from 1974 to 2014, encompassing mystery, thriller, historical fiction, and young adult genres. Each book functions independently, allowing readers to begin with any entry, though publication order from Sue for Mercy onward reflects the author's development over four decades. The complete series includes titles such as Scream for Sarah, Cry for Kit, The Tarrant Rose, Longsword, and Natasha's Badge, offering diverse narratives across multiple genres and styles. This finished collection provides an extensive range of self-contained stories for readers exploring different mysteries and adventures without commitment to sequential reading.

Start with Sue for Mercy, the first of 25 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#	Title
1	Sue for Mercy 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Scream for Sarah 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Cry for Kit 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Fear for Frances 1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Death for Deborah 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	My Lord, The Hermit 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Tarrant Rose 1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Longsword 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Sparrow 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	The Whistler 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Genius at Work 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Natasha's Badge 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Freewheeling 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Natasha's Swing 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Sky High 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Natasha the Brownie 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	The Boy Who Wouldn't 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Natasha 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Natasha's Dare 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Penguin Theatre 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Who, Me? Paul 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Good for Kate 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	Hawkeye of Paradise Row 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	The Wilful Heiress 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	The Siege of Salwarpe 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible