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Lydia Adamson

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 38 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books
Start with: A Cat in the Manger (1990)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books
Start with: Dr. Nightingale Comes Home (1994)
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Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books
Start with: Beware the Tufted Duck (1996)

About Lydia Adamson

Lydia Adamson is the pen name for Franklin B.King who was an author, freelance writer and copywriter. He was born on January 1st, 1936. He resided on the east coast, specifically, in the City of New York and also wrote under the name ‘Frank King’. He was the creator of ‘Alice Nestleton’, an actress and cat-sitter, ‘Deidre Quinn Nightingale’, a veterinarian doctor and ‘Lucy Wayles’, a birthwatcher and former librarian. The ‘Alice Nestleton’ Mystery Novels are well known page turners. ‘ A Cat In The Manger’ is the first in the Mystery series. The title was first published on November 6th, 1990 by Signet. In this first installment we are introduced to ‘Alice Nestleton’. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series, Lydia Adamson 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 Lydia Adamson

Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books
22 books 1990–2012
1

A Cat in the Manger

A Cat in the Manger continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
2

A Cat of a Different Color

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat of a Different Color, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1991
3

A Cat in Wolf's Clothing

A Cat in Wolf's Clothing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1991
4

A Cat By Any Other Name

A Cat By Any Other Name is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1992
5

A Cat in the Wings

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat in the Wings, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1992
6

A Cat with a Fiddle

A Cat with a Fiddle continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
7

A Cat in a Glass House

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat in a Glass House, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1993
8

A Cat on the Cutting Edge

A Cat on the Cutting Edge continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
9

A Cat with No Regrets

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat with No Regrets, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1994
10

A Cat on a Winning Streak

A Cat on a Winning Streak continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
11

A Cat in Fine Style

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat in Fine Style, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1995
12

A Cat Under the Mistletoe

A Cat Under the Mistletoe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1996
13

A Cat in a Chorus Line

A Cat in a Chorus Line continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
14

A Cat on Jingle Bell Rock

A Cat on Jingle Bell Rock continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
15

A Cat on a Beach Blanket

A Cat on a Beach Blanket is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1997
16

A Cat on Stage Left

A Cat on Stage Left continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
17

A Cat of One's Own

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat of One's Own, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1999
18

A Cat with the Blues

A Cat with the Blues continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
19

A Cat with No Clue

A Cat with No Clue continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
20

A Cat Named Brat

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books with A Cat Named Brat, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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2002
21

A Cat on the Bus

A Cat on the Bus continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
22

A Cat Tells Two Tales

A Cat Tells Two Tales continues the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books
12 books 1994–2001
1

Dr. Nightingale Comes Home

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Comes Home, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1994
2

Dr. Nightingale Meets Puss in Boots

Dr. Nightingale Meets Puss in Boots continues the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
3

Dr. Nightingale Rides the Elephant

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Rides the Elephant, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1994
4

Dr. Nightingale Goes to the Dogs

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Goes to the Dogs, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1995
5

Dr. Nightingale Goes the Distance

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Goes the Distance, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1995
6

Dr. Nightingale Enters the Bear Cave

Dr. Nightingale Enters the Bear Cave continues the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books story arc with Lydia Adamson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
7

Dr. Nightingale Chases Three Little Pigs

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Chases Three Little Pigs, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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1996
8

Dr. Nightingale Rides to the Hounds

Dr. Nightingale Rides to the Hounds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1997
9

Dr. Nightingale Races the Outlaw Colt

Dr. Nightingale Races the Outlaw Colt is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1998
10

Dr. Nightingale Traps the Missing Lynx

Dr. Nightingale Traps the Missing Lynx is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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1999
11

Dr. Nightingale Seeks Greener Pastures

Dr. Nightingale Seeks Greener Pastures is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lydia Adamson have come to expect.

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2000
12

Dr. Nightingale Follows a Canine Clue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books with Dr. Nightingale Follows a Canine Clue, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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2001
Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books
3 books 1996–1998
1

Beware the Tufted Duck

Conflict and courage define Beware the Tufted Duck, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books series by Lydia Adamson that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1996
2

Beware the Butcher Bird

Conflict and courage define Beware the Butcher Bird, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books series by Lydia Adamson that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1997
3

Beware the Laughing Gull

Conflict and courage define Beware the Laughing Gull, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books series by Lydia Adamson that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1998
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2001–2001
1

...And the Dying is Easy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with ...And the Dying is Easy, another outstanding contribution from Lydia Adamson.

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2001

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Lydia Adamson?

Lydia Adamson is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 38 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books, Publication Order of Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books, Publication Order of Lucy Wayles Mystery Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Lydia Adamson series to start with?

For readers new to Lydia Adamson's work, the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 22 books. Begin with A Cat in the Manger to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Lydia Adamson written?

Lydia Adamson has written over 38 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Lydia Adamson books in order?

Yes, reading Lydia Adamson'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 Lydia Adamson write in?

Lydia Adamson writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 38 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Lydia Adamson's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Lydia Adamson'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 Lydia Adamson's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Lydia Adamson's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Alice Nestleton Mystery Books series. The first book, A Cat in the Manger, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.