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Kate Sweeney

Bestselling Author • 8 Series • 47 Books

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Series
47
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: The O'Malley Legacy (2008)
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Publication Order of Jessica and Cliff Books
Start with: Lilac Time (2017)
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Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books
Start with: She Waits (2006)

About Kate Sweeney

Continually looking for the next big idea, she would take in inspiration from the world around her feeding it back into her work. This would allow her to have the voice that she has today, as she also continues to work a daytime office job while writing too. Currently living in Villa Park, Illinois, she continues to write on a regular basis, as there’s definitely a lot more to come yet. Given a call by her Aunt Rose and her wife Mel, Jackie Quinlan is offered the job of using her skills as an architect in the small town of Carrick in South Carolina. An ambitious architect, Jackie Quinlan jumps at the chance, and it is here that she meets Claire Ramsey who immediately becomes smitten with her. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Kate Sweeney has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Kate Sweeney

Publication Order of Dawn Books
3 books 2007–2011
1

Away From the Dawn

Away From the Dawn continues the Publication Order of Dawn Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
2

Survive the Dawn

Survive the Dawn continues the Publication Order of Dawn Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
3

Before the Dawn

Before the Dawn continues the Publication Order of Dawn Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
Publication Order of Jessica and Cliff Books
2 books 2017–2017
1

Lilac Time

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jessica and Cliff Books with Lilac Time, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2017
2

Autumn Waltz

Autumn Waltz is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jessica and Cliff Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2017
Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books
13 books 2006–2018
1

She Waits

She Waits continues the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
2

A Nice Clean Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Nice Clean Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2006
3

The Trouble with Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Trouble with Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2008
4

Who'll Be Dead For Christmas?

A gripping mystery unfolds in Who'll Be Dead For Christmas? as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2009
5

Of Course It's Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Of Course It's Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2010
6

What Happened in Malinmore

What Happened in Malinmore is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2011
7

A Near Myth Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Near Myth Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2012
8

It's Not Always Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in It's Not Always Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2012
9

Recalculated Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Recalculated Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2013
10

Dead in the Water

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead in the Water as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2015
11

Married to Mayhem

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books with Married to Mayhem, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2015
12

It's Murder, Dude

A gripping mystery unfolds in It's Murder, Dude as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2017
13

Stranger Than Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Stranger Than Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Sweeney's mastery of suspense.

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2018
Publication Order of Moon Books
2 books 2008–2010
1

Residual Moon

Residual Moon continues the Publication Order of Moon Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
2

Liar's Moon

Liar's Moon continues the Publication Order of Moon Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Winds of Heaven Books
2 books 2009–2013
1

Winds of Heaven

Winds of Heaven continues the Publication Order of Winds of Heaven Books story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
2

Moonbeams And Skye

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Winds of Heaven Books with Moonbeams And Skye, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2013
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
20 books 2008–2019
1

The O'Malley Legacy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The O'Malley Legacy, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2008
2

Sea of Grass

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sea of Grass, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2010
3

Paradise

Paradise continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
4

Love At Last

Love At Last explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Sweeney.

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2011
5

Someday I'll Find You

Someday I'll Find You continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
6

Moon Through The Magnolia

Moon Through The Magnolia is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2012
7

Love in E Flat

Love in E Flat explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Sweeney.

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2012
8

One Night In Paris

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with One Night In Paris, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2013
9

I Love You Again

I Love You Again explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Sweeney.

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2013
10

Buoyed out on the Foam of the Sea

Buoyed out on the Foam of the Sea continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
11

Build Me A Dream

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Build Me A Dream, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2014
12

Mistress of Peacock Walk

Mistress of Peacock Walk is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2014
13

Who Wouldn't Love Me?

Who Wouldn't Love Me? explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Sweeney.

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2014
14

Crosse My Heart

Crosse My Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Sweeney.

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2015
15

The Right Window

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Right Window, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2015
16

Miles to Go

Miles to Go is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2016
17

Evelyn's Whimsy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Evelyn's Whimsy, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2016
18

The Ladies on Carrick Road

The Ladies on Carrick Road continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
19

The Best Things in Life

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Best Things in Life, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2019
20

Rose's Thorne

Rose's Thorne continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
4 books 2012–2014
1

Stone Walls

Stone Walls continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Kate Sweeney's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
2

Second Time Around

Second Time Around is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2012
3

Inamorata

Inamorata is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Sweeney have come to expect.

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2013
4

The Hypotenuse of Love

The Hypotenuse of Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Kate Sweeney.

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2014
Publication Order of Collections
1 books 2012–2012
1

Tales for the Holidays

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Tales for the Holidays, another outstanding contribution from Kate Sweeney.

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2012

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kate Sweeney?

Kate Sweeney is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 47 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dawn Books, Publication Order of Jessica and Cliff Books, Publication Order of Kate Ryan Mysteries Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Kate Sweeney series to start with?

For readers new to Kate Sweeney's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 20 books. Begin with The O'Malley Legacy to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Kate Sweeney written?

Kate Sweeney has written over 47 books across 8 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Kate Sweeney books in order?

Yes, reading Kate Sweeney's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Kate Sweeney write in?

Kate Sweeney writes primarily in fiction. With 8 series across 47 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Kate Sweeney's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Kate Sweeney's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Kate Sweeney's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Kate Sweeney's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, The O'Malley Legacy, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.