🎯 Where Should I Start?
Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Claire Aldington Books
Start with: A Death at St. Anselm's (1984)
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Publication Order of Maggie and Annie Lavin Books
Start with: The Promised Land (1996)
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Publication Order of Summer of My First Love Books
Start with: Summer of My First Love (1981)
ⓘ About Isabelle Holland
About Isabelle Holland Isabelle Holland was an American author with a diverse body of work that spanned across genres, catering to readers of all ages. She wrote gothic novels, romantic thrillers, and adult mysteries, and she also created many books for children and young adults. Through her writing, Holland showcased her ability to craft intriguing and suspenseful narratives, making her a beloved figure among readers of different tastes. One of Holland’s strengths as a writer was her talent for developing well-rounded characters and compelling protagonists. Whether it was for an adult mystery or a children’s book, her characters quickly drew readers in with their relatable struggles and personal growth.
All Book Series by Isabelle Holland
1
A Death at St. Anselm's
Series opener · book 1 of 5 · published 1984
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2
Flight of the Archangel
Book 2 of 5 · published 1985
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5
The Long Search
Latest in the series · book 5 of 5 · published 1990
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1
The Promised Land
Series opener · book 1 of 2 · published 1996
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2
The Journey Home
Latest in the series · book 2 of 2 · published 2010
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1
Summer of My First Love
Series opener · book 1 of 2 · published 1981
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2
After the First Love
Latest in the series · book 2 of 2 · published 1983
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1
Cecily
Series opener · book 1 of 36 · published 1967
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2
Amanda's Choice
Book 2 of 36 · published 1970
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3
The Man Without a Face
Book 3 of 36 · published 1972
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4
Heads You Win, Tails I Lose
Book 4 of 36 · published 1973
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7
Ask No Questions
Book 7 of 36 · published 1975
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12
The deMaury Papers
Book 12 of 36 · published 1977
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14
Dinah and the Green Fat Kingdom
Book 14 of 36 · published 1978
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16
Alan and the Animal Kingdom
Book 16 of 36 · published 1979
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17
The Marchington Inheritance
Book 17 of 36 · published 1979
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19
Now Is Not Too Late
Book 19 of 36 · published 1980
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20
The Lost Madonna
Book 20 of 36 · published 1981
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21
Abbie's God Book
Book 21 of 36 · published 1982
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22
A Horse Named Peaceable
Book 22 of 36 · published 1982
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24
The Empty House
Book 24 of 36 · published 1983
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25
Jenny Kiss'd Me
Book 25 of 36 · published 1985
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27
Love and the Genetic Factor
Book 27 of 36 · published 1987
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28
Bump in the Night
Book 28 of 36 · published 1988
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29
Love and Inheritance
Book 29 of 36 · published 1988
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31
The House in the Woods
Book 31 of 36 · published 1989
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32
Of Love and Death and Other Journeys
Book 32 of 36 · published 1989
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33
The Unfrightened Dark
Book 33 of 36 · published 1990
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35
Behind the Lines
Book 35 of 36 · published 1994
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36
Family Trust
Latest in the series · book 36 of 36 · published 1994
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1
Journey for Three
Series opener · book 1 of 9 · published 1974
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2
God, Mrs. Muskrat, and Aunt Dot
Book 2 of 9 · published 1983
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3
Kevin's Hat
Book 3 of 9 · published 1984 Co-authored · Leonard B. Lubin
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4
Green Andrew Green
Book 4 of 9 · published 1984
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5
Henry and Grudge
Book 5 of 9 · published 1986
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6
Toby the Splendid
Book 6 of 9 · published 1987
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7
The Christmas Cat
Book 7 of 9 · published 1987
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8
The Easter Donkey
Book 8 of 9 · published 1989
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9
Paperboy
Latest in the series · book 9 of 9 · published 1999
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? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Isabelle Holland?
About Isabelle Holland Isabelle Holland was an American author with a diverse body of work that spanned across genres, catering to readers of all ages. She wrote gothic novels, romantic thrillers, and adult mysteries, and she also created many books for children and young adults. Through her writing, Holland showcased her ability to craft intriguing and suspenseful narratives, making her a beloved figure among readers of different tastes.
Which Isabelle Holland series should I start with?
The best place to start is the Claire Aldington series, the earliest of Isabelle Holland's multi-book series: it opens with A Death at St. Anselm's (1984) and runs to 5 books across 1984–1990, ending with The Long Search (1990).
How many books has Isabelle Holland written?
Isabelle Holland has 54 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1967 and 2010. 9 of them belong to 3 named series — the largest being the Claire Aldington series with 5 books — and 45 are standalone titles, collections or anthologies.
In what order should Isabelle Holland's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. Isabelle Holland's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are Summer of My First Love (1981–1983, 2 books), Claire Aldington (1984–1990, 5 books) and Maggie and Annie Lavin (1996–2010, 2 books).
How are Isabelle Holland's books organised into series?
This guide splits Isabelle Holland's 54 books into 3 named series and 45 titles that stand alone or appear only in collections: Claire Aldington (5 books, 1984–1990); Maggie and Annie Lavin (2 books, 1996–2010); Summer of My First Love (2 books, 1981–1983).