Victoria Thompson Reading Order
9 series · 57 books · Born 25 Jul 1948
Victoria Thompson is a prolific author known for her captivating mysteries and historical romances. With a remarkable catalog of 57 books spanning nine series, including the popular Gaslight Mystery and Counterfeit Lady series, she has earned accolades for her engaging storytelling. Active from 1985 to 2026, Thompson has made a significant mark in the mystery genre while also exploring themes in romance through titles like Lady and the Cowboy Romance and Lady and the Scoundrel.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
Counterfeit Lady Series
Ongoing8 books (2017–2026)
Start with City of Lies, the first of 8 books in the Counterfeit Lady series.
Gaslight Mystery Series
Ongoing27 books (1999–2024)
Start with Murder on Astor Place, the first of 27 books in the Gaslight Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Murder on Astor Place 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Murder on St. Mark's Place 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Murder on Gramercy Park 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Murder on Washington Square 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Murder on Mulberry Bend 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Murder on Marble Row 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Murder on Lenox Hill 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Murder in Little Italy 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Murder in Chinatown 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Murder on Bank Street 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Murder on Waverly Place 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Murder on Lexington Avenue 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Murder on Sisters' Row 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Murder on Fifth Avenue 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Murder in Chelsea 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Murder in Murray Hill 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Murder on Amsterdam Avenue 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Murder in Morningside Heights 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Murder in the Bowery 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Murder on Union Square 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Murder on Trinity Place 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Murder on Pleasant Avenue 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Murder on Wall Street 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Murder on Madison Square 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Murder on Bedford Street 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 |  Murder in Rose Hill 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Lady and the Cowboy Romance Series
Complete4 books (1985–1989)
Start with Texas Treasure, the first of 4 books in the Lady and the Cowboy Romance series.
Lady and the Scoundrel Series
Complete3 books (1986–1989)
Start with Texas Vixen and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1998–1998)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Losing Alexandria 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (1989–1997)
Start with Beloved Outcast, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
The Hired Gunslinger Series
Complete4 books (1988–1992)
Start with Texas Angel / Angel Heart, the first of 4 books in the The Hired Gunslinger series.
The Tates of Texas Series
Complete4 books (1992–1995)
Start with Wild Texas Wind, the first of 4 books in the The Tates of Texas series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Victoria Thompson written?
- Victoria Thompson has written 57 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Victoria Thompson series?
- Here are the first books in Victoria Thompson's series: Counterfeit Lady: City of Lies; Gaslight Mystery: Murder on Astor Place; Lady and the Cowboy Romance: Texas Treasure; Lady and the Scoundrel: Texas Vixen; The Hired Gunslinger: Texas Angel / Angel Heart.
- What order should I read Victoria Thompson's books?
- We recommend reading Victoria Thompson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Victoria Thompson still writing new books?
- Yes, Victoria Thompson has 2 ongoing series: Counterfeit Lady, Gaslight Mystery.