📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "The Laughing Ghost" (1943)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections Popular choice - Start with "Yellow Is for Fear" (1968)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "A Gothic Treasure Trove" (1987)

About the Author

Dorothy Eden was one of the prominent authors of the literature & fiction, mystery, and thriller genres, hailing from Canterbury Plains, New Zealand. She has written a number of successful standalone novels in her writing career. Dorothy was born on April 03, 1912 in Canterbury Plains and died due to cancer on March 04, 1982 in London. Before taking up the profession of writing as a full time writer, she took a trip around the world along with her friends. When she visited England on her tour, she fell madly in love with the country. Dorothy desperately wanted to visit there once again and spend the rest of her life. Therefore, she moved to London in the year 1954. As far as the writing career of author Dorothy is concerned, she was very well known for many of her romance and mystery. Dorothy Eden is the author of over 41 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Dorothy Eden has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

38 books
  • The Laughing Ghost Experience the magic of 'The Laughing Ghost' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1943) ⭐ Start here
  • The Schoolmaster's Daughter/The Daughters of Ardmore Hall Experience the magic of 'The Schoolmaster's Daughter/The Daughters of Ardmore Hall' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1946) ⭐ Start here
  • Walk into My Parlour In 'Walk into My Parlour', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1947) ⭐ Start here
  • Crow Hollow The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Crow Hollow', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1950) ⭐ Start here
  • The Voice of the Dolls 'The Voice of the Dolls' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1950) ⭐ Start here
  • Cats Prey/Let Us Prey 'Cats Prey/Let Us Prey' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1952) ⭐ Start here
  • Lamb To The Slaughter/The Brooding Lake The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Lamb To The Slaughter/The Brooding Lake', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1953) ⭐ Start here
  • Bride By Candlelight The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Bride By Candlelight', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1954) ⭐ Start here
  • Darling Clementine/Night Of The Letter The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Darling Clementine/Night Of The Letter', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1955) ⭐ Start here
  • Death Is A Red Rose In 'Death Is A Red Rose', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1955) ⭐ Start here
  • The Pretty Ones In 'The Pretty Ones', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1957) ⭐ Start here
  • Listen to Danger 'Listen to Danger' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1957) ⭐ Start here
  • The Deadly Travellers In 'The Deadly Travellers', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1959) ⭐ Start here
  • Sleeping Bride In 'Sleeping Bride', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1959) ⭐ Start here
  • Afternoon Walk 'Afternoon Walk' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1960) ⭐ Start here
  • Samantha/Lady of Mallow In 'Samantha/Lady of Mallow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1960) ⭐ Start here
  • Sleep in the Woods 'Sleep in the Woods' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1960) ⭐ Start here
  • Afternoon For Lizards Experience the magic of 'Afternoon For Lizards' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1961) ⭐ Start here
  • Face of An Angel In 'Face of An Angel', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1961) ⭐ Start here
  • Shadow Of A Witch 'Shadow Of A Witch' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1962) ⭐ Start here
  • Whistle for the Crows The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Whistle for the Crows', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1962) ⭐ Start here
  • The Bird in the Chimney/Darkwater 'The Bird in the Chimney/Darkwater' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1963) ⭐ Start here
  • Bella/Ravenscroft The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Bella/Ravenscroft', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1964) ⭐ Start here
  • The Marriage Chest 'The Marriage Chest' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1965) ⭐ Start here
  • Never Call It Loving Join the adventure in 'Never Call It Loving' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1966) ⭐ Start here
  • Siege in the Sun Experience the magic of 'Siege in the Sun' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1967) ⭐ Start here
  • Winterwood In 'Winterwood', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1967) ⭐ Start here
  • Shadow Wife Join the adventure in 'Shadow Wife' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1967) ⭐ Start here
  • The Vines of Yarrabee In 'The Vines of Yarrabee', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1968) ⭐ Start here
  • Melbury Square In 'Melbury Square', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1970) ⭐ Start here
  • Waiting for Willa Join the adventure in 'Waiting for Willa' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1970) ⭐ Start here
  • Speak to Me of Love 'Speak to Me of Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1971) ⭐ Start here
  • The Millionaire's Daughter The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Millionaire's Daughter', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1974) ⭐ Start here
  • Time of the Dragon Epic fantasy awaits in 'Time of the Dragon', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Eden.
    (1975) ⭐ Start here
  • The Salamanca Drum 'The Salamanca Drum' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1977) ⭐ Start here
  • The Storrington Papers The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Storrington Papers', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1978) ⭐ Start here
  • The American Heiress 'The American Heiress' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1980) ⭐ Start here
  • Important Family Experience the magic of 'Important Family' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Yellow Is for Fear In 'Yellow Is for Fear', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (1968)
  • House on Hay Hill 'House on Hay Hill' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Dorothy Eden has created.
    (1976)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • A Gothic Treasure Trove The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'A Gothic Treasure Trove', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Eden.
    (1987)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Dorothy Eden?

Dorothy Eden is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 41 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Story Collections, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Dorothy Eden book series to start with?

For readers new to Dorothy Eden's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 38 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Dorothy Eden's writing.

Q: How many books has Dorothy Eden written?

Dorothy Eden has written over 41 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.