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Victoria Hislop Reading Order

6 series Β· 16 books

Victoria Hislop is a celebrated author known for her captivating storytelling and rich historical settings. With over 16 books spanning 6 series, including novels, non-fiction, and short story collections, she has made a significant mark in contemporary literature. Her most notable work, "The Island," showcases her talent for weaving emotional narratives that resonate with readers around the world. Active from 2001 to 2023, Hislop continues to enchant audiences with her diverse body of work.

Anthologies Series

Complete

3 books (2009–2013)

Start with Ox-Tales: Fire and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Ox-Tales: Fire
Ox-Tales: Fire
2
3
The Story: 100 Great Short Stories Written by Women

Emma Donoghue Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2006–2011)

Start with Touchy Subjects(By: Emma Donoghue) and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Touchy Subjects(By: Emma Donoghue)
Touchy Subjects(By: Emma Donoghue)
2
Three and a Half Deaths(By: Emma Donoghue)

Island Series

Complete

2 books (2005–2020)

Start with The Island and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Island
The Island
2
One August Night

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

2 books (2001–2002)

Start with Sink or Swim and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Sink or Swim
Sink or Swim
2
Cover of Fix Your Life - Now!(With: Duncan Goodhew)
Fix Your Life - Now!(With: Duncan Goodhew)

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2017)

Start with The Last Dance and Other Stories and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Last Dance and Other Stories
The Last Dance and Other Stories
2
Cover of Cartes Postales from Greece
Cartes Postales from Greece

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2008–2023)

Start with The Return, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Return
The Return
2
Cover of The Thread
The Thread
3
Cover of The Sunrise
The Sunrise
4
Cover of Those Who Are Loved
Those Who Are Loved
5
Cover of The Figurine
The Figurine

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Victoria Hislop written?
Victoria Hislop has written 16 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Victoria Hislop series?
Here are the first books in Victoria Hislop's series: Anthologies: Ox-Tales: Fire; Emma Donoghue Short Story Collections: Touchy Subjects(By: Emma Donoghue); Island: The Island; Non-Fiction: Sink or Swim; Short Story Collections: The Last Dance and Other Stories.
What order should I read Victoria Hislop's books?
We recommend reading Victoria Hislop's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Victoria Hislop's series complete?
Victoria Hislop has 5 completed series.

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