Victoria Thompson Reading Order
9 series · 58 books · Born 1948-07-25
Victoria Thompson is a USA Today bestselling author with decades of experience across mystery, romance, and western fiction. Best known for her Gaslight Mystery series—which has earned multiple Edgar and Agatha Award nominations—Thompson has built a prolific career spanning over four decades and nine distinct series. Her work ranges from historical mysteries set in turn-of-the-century New York to romantic adventures, establishing her as a versatile craftsperson in multiple genres who has earned recognition including the RT Magazine Career Achievement Award in Mystery Writing.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
Counterfeit Lady Series
Ongoing9 books (2017–2026)
Start with City of Lies, the first of 8 books in the Counterfeit Lady series.
Start this series with City of Lies
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Gaslight Mystery Series
Ongoing27 books (1999–2024)
Start with Murder on Astor Place, the first of 27 books in the Gaslight Mystery series.
Start this series with Murder on Astor Place
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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.
Start this series with Texas Treasure
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Lady and the Scoundrel Series
Complete3 books (1986–1989)
Start with Texas Vixen and read in order.
Start this series with Texas Vixen
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1998–1998)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (1989–1997)
Start with Beloved Outcast, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Beloved Outcast
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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.
Start this series with Texas Angel / Angel Heart
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Complete4 books (1992–1995)
Start with Wild Texas Wind, the first of 4 books in the The Tates of Texas series.
Start this series with Wild Texas Wind
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Victoria Thompson written?
- Victoria Thompson has written 58 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.