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Willow Rose Reading Order

19 series Β· 113 books

Willow Rose is a prolific author who has published over 100 books across multiple series since 2011, establishing herself as a versatile voice in genre fiction. Her work spans fantasy, mystery, thriller, and horror, with particularly strong contributions to detective-driven narratives through series like the Mary Mills Mysteries and Detective Billie Ann Wilde. Rose demonstrates range across interconnected worlds and standalone stories, from the supernatural Afterlife series to the dark family dynamics explored in Daughters of the Jaguar.

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7th Street Crew / Mary Mills Mysteries Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2016)

The 7th Street Crew/Mary Mills Mysteries is a four-book mystery series by Willow Rose published between 2015 and 2016. This completed series should be read in publication order, beginning with What Hurts the Most and continuing through Careful Little Eyes and You Can Run, You Can't Hide. The books blend mystery and thriller elements with darker atmospheric tones across their span.

Start with What Hurts the Most, the first of 4 books in the 7th Street Crew / Mary Mills Mysteries series.

Start this series with What Hurts the Most

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Afterlife Series

Complete

4 books (2011–2013)

The Afterlife series by Willow Rose comprises four complete books published between 2011 and 2013, blending fantasy, mystery, thriller, and horror elements. Reading these books in publication orderβ€”Beyond, Endurance, Serenity, and Courageousβ€”provides the intended narrative experience. This finished series offers readers a contained story arc without ongoing sequels to await.

Start with Beyond, the first of 4 books in the Afterlife series.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2014–2014)

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Social Potpourri - An Anthology II

Daughters of the Jaguar Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2012)

Willow Rose's Daughters of the Jaguar is a complete two-book series blending fantasy, mystery, and horror elements. Published in 2012, the series consists of Broken followed by Savage and should be read in publication order to fully experience the story as intended.

Start with Broken and read in order.

Detective Billie Ann Wilde Series

Ongoing

4 books (2024–2024)

The Detective Billie Ann Wilde series is an ongoing mystery and thriller collection currently comprising four books published in 2024. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Don't Let Her Go, followed by Find My Girl, In Her Grave, and Then She's Gone. Author Willow Rose blends fantasy, mystery, thriller, and horror elements throughout the series.

Start with Don't Let Her Go, the first of 4 books in the Detective Billie Ann Wilde series.

Start this series with Don't Let Her Go

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Detective Forrest Albu Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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Emma Frost Series

Complete

13 books (2013–2020)

The Emma Frost series is a 13-book fantasy horror mystery collection by Willow Rose, published between 2013 and 2020. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Itsy Bitsy Spider and concluding with Black Frost. The books blend elements of fantasy, horror, and thriller genres throughout their run.

Start with Itsy Bitsy Spider, the first of 13 books in the Emma Frost series.

Start this series with Itsy Bitsy Spider

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Miss Polly had a Dolly
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Cover of Run Run as Fast as You Can
Run Run as Fast as You Can
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Cover of Cross Your Heart and Hope to Die
Cross Your Heart and Hope to Die
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Easy as One Two Three
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Peek a Boo, I See You
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Slenderman / Needles and Pins
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There's No Place Like Home
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Tweedledum and Tweedledee
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Where the Wild Roses Grow
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Eva Rae Thomas Mystery Series

Ongoing

24 books (2019–2026)

The Eva Rae Thomas Mystery series is an ongoing collection of 22 books published between 2019 and 2026, blending mystery, thriller, and horror elements. Beginning with Don't Lie to Me and continuing through titles like Let Me Go, Never Ever, and Say You Love Me, the series should be read in publication order to follow the narrative arc properly. With eight additional unreleased titles planned, this series offers an expanding mystery experience for readers seeking darker, suspenseful storytelling from author Willow Rose.

Start with Don't Lie to Me, the first of 22 books in the Eva Rae Thomas Mystery series.

Harry Hunter Mystery Series

Complete

4 books (2020–2020)

The Harry Hunter Mystery series consists of four completed books published in 2020, blending fantasy, mystery, and horror elements. Reading the series in publication orderβ€”beginning with All the Good Girls, followed by Never Walk Alone, No Other Way, and Run Girl Runβ€”provides the intended narrative progression. This finished series offers a complete story arc for readers seeking a compact mystery collection from author Willow Rose.

Start with All the Good Girls, the first of 4 books in the Harry Hunter Mystery series.

Start this series with All the Good Girls

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Horror Stories from Denmark Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2013)

The Horror Stories from Denmark is a complete four-book horror series by Willow Rose, published in 2013. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Eenie, Meenie, followed by Humpty Dumpty, Nibble, Nibble, Crunch, and Rock-a-Bye Baby. This series blends horror with elements of mystery and thriller, creating dark tales set in a Danish setting.

Start with Eenie, Meenie, the first of 4 books in the Horror Stories from Denmark series.

Jack Ryder Series

Complete

7 books (2015–2019)

The Jack Ryder series spans seven complete books published between 2015 and 2019, blending fantasy, mystery, thriller, and horror elements throughout. Begin with Hit The Road Jack and follow the publication order through to the final installment, Don't Tell, to experience the full arc of this standalone-adjacent series. Each book builds on the previous entries, making sequential reading essential for understanding the overarching narrative.

Start with Hit The Road Jack, the first of 7 books in the Jack Ryder series.

Start this series with Hit The Road Jack

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Rebekka Franck Series

Complete

10 books (2011–2019)

The Rebekka Franck series is a complete fantasy-horror-thriller collection consisting of ten books published between 2011 and 2019. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with One, Two ... He Is Coming For You. Written by Willow Rose, the books blend mystery, horror, and fantasy elements throughout their narrative arc.

Start with One, Two ... He Is Coming For You, the first of 10 books in the Rebekka Franck series.

Start this series with One, Two ... He Is Coming For You

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One, Two ... He Is Coming For You
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Cover of Five, Six ... Grab your crucifix
Five, Six ... Grab your crucifix
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Cover of Three, Four ... Better Lock Your Door
Three, Four ... Better Lock Your Door
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Cover of Nine, Ten ... Never sleep again
Nine, Ten ... Never sleep again
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Seven, Eight... Gonna Stay Up Late
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Cover of Eleven, Twelve ... Dig and Delve
Eleven, Twelve ... Dig and Delve
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Thirteen, Fourteen... Little Boy Unseen
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

6 books (2013–2017)

This completed series comprises six fantasy, mystery, and horror short stories and novellas published between 2013 and 2017. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Eenie, Meenie and continuing through Humpty Dumpty, Nibble, Nibble, Crunch, Rock-a-Bye Baby, Better Watch Out, and concluding with Mommy Dearest. Each entry stands as its own story while contributing to the overall collection by Willow Rose.

Start with Eenie, Meenie, the first of 6 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2013–2013)

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Horror Stories from Denmark

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

12 books (2013–2026)

Willow Rose's Standalone Novels series comprises 11 books published between 2013 and 2026, with new entries continuing to be released. Though each book stands alone as a complete story, they should be read in publication order beginning with Chain Letter. The series spans multiple genres including fantasy, mystery and thriller, and horror, offering varied narratives across its expanding collection.

Start with Chain Letter, the first of 11 books in the Standalone Novels series.

The Stone Family Series

Complete

2 books (2026–2027)

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Umbrella Man Trilogy Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2017)

This two-book horror-thriller trilogy by Willow Rose spans 2017 and combines elements of fantasy and mystery. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Blackbird Fly followed by Umbrella Man, to fully experience the story's progression. The complete series is now finished for readers looking for a concluded narrative.

Start with Blackbird Fly and read in order.

Vampires of Shadow Hills Series

Complete

10 books (2018–2018)

The Vampires of Shadow Hills is a complete fantasy-horror series spanning ten books published in 2018. This series blends mystery, thriller, and horror elements throughout its narrative arc. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Beasts and Magic and concluding with Witchcraft and War, as each entry builds on the previous one's events and developments.

Start with Beasts and Magic, the first of 10 books in the Vampires of Shadow Hills series.

Start this series with Beasts and Magic

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Wolfboy Chronicles Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2013)

The Wolfboy Chronicles is a complete two-book fantasy horror series by Willow Rose, published between 2011 and 2013. Both entries should be read in publication order, beginning with Song for a Gypsy / A Gypsy Song followed by I Am Wolf. The series blends elements of mystery and thriller alongside its supernatural themes.

Start with Song for a Gypsy / A Gypsy Song and read in order.

Start this series with Song for a Gypsy / A Gypsy Song

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Song for a Gypsy / A Gypsy Song
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Willow Rose written?
Willow Rose has written 113 books across 19 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2027.
What is the first book in each Willow Rose series?
Here are the first books in Willow Rose's series: 7th Street Crew / Mary Mills Mysteries: What Hurts the Most; Afterlife: Beyond; Daughters of the Jaguar: Broken; Detective Billie Ann Wilde: Don't Let Her Go; Emma Frost: Itsy Bitsy Spider.
What order should I read Willow Rose's books?
We recommend reading Willow Rose's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Willow Rose still writing new books?
Yes, Willow Rose has 3 ongoing series: Detective Billie Ann Wilde, Eva Rae Thomas Mystery, Standalone Novels.

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