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Patricia Ryan

Bestselling Author • 13 Series • 34 Books

13
Series
34
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books
Start with: Falcon's Fire (1995)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books
Start with: House of Dark Delights (2007)
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Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books
Start with: A Burning Touch (1995)

About Patricia Ryan

Patricia Ryan is a renowned American author who was born on 9 August 1954 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. In the year 1994, Patricia Ryan was awarded with a Golden Heart Award and two other Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Awards. Silken Threads, one of her best performing books won the RITA Awards, which is the top award for Romance Writers in America. Prior to becoming an author, Patricia Ryan served in the publishing industry in Rochester and New York city as an editor and a marketing manager. Using the name P.B Ryan, Patricia Ryan, penned down the Nell Sweeney historical mystery series. The series has been set in the 19th Century post-Civil War Boston. One of the books in the series, titled Murder in a Mill received a nomination for the Mary Higgins Awards. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books series, Patricia Ryan 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 Patricia Ryan

Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books
2 books 1995–1996
1

Falcon's Fire

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books with Falcon's Fire, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1995
2

Heaven's Fire

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books with Heaven's Fire, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1996
Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books
4 books 2007–2009
1

House of Dark Delights

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books with House of Dark Delights, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2007
2

Bound in Moonlight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books with Bound in Moonlight, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2007
3

Whispers of the Flesh

Whispers of the Flesh is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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2008
4

In the Garden of Sin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books with In the Garden of Sin, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2009
Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books
3 books 1995–2000
1

A Burning Touch

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books with A Burning Touch, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1995
2

Deep in the Night

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books with Deep in the Night, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1998
3

Arm Candy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books with Arm Candy, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2000
Publication Order of Nell Sweeney Mysteries Books
6 books 2003–2007
1

Still Life with Murder

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

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2003
2

Murder in a Mill Town

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

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2004
3

Death on Beacon Hill

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death on Beacon Hill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Nell Sweeney Mysteries Books series showcases Patricia Ryan's mastery of suspense.

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2005
4

Murder on Black Friday

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

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2005
5

Murder In the North End

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

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2006
6

A Bucket of Ashes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Nell Sweeney Mysteries Books with A Bucket of Ashes, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2007
Publication Order of North Moon Bay Books
3 books 1995–2000
1

The Black Sheep / Hale's Point

The Black Sheep / Hale's Point continues the Publication Order of North Moon Bay Books story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
2

The Marriage Arrangement

The Marriage Arrangement continues the Publication Order of North Moon Bay Books story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
3

My Best Friend's Girl

My Best Friend's Girl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of North Moon Bay Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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2000
Publication Order of Perigueux Family Books
2 books 1997–1998
1

Secret Thunder

Secret Thunder is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Perigueux Family Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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1997
2

Wild Wind

Wild Wind continues the Publication Order of Perigueux Family Books story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
Publication Order of Wexford Family Books
2 books 1999–2000
1

Silken Threads

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wexford Family Books with Silken Threads, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1999
2

The Sun and the Moon

The Sun and the Moon continues the Publication Order of Wexford Family Books story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 1996–2000
1

For the Thrill of It!

For the Thrill of It! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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1996
2

Pure and Simple

Pure and Simple continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
3

All of Me

All of Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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2000
4

Million Dollar Baby

Million Dollar Baby continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 2012–2012
1

Writing the Novel They Can't Put Down

Writing the Novel They Can't Put Down is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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2012
Publication Order of Double Dare Books
2 books 1997–1997
1

Good to Be Bad

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Double Dare Books with Good to Be Bad, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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1997
2

Twice the Spice

Twice the Spice continues the Publication Order of Double Dare Books story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
Publication Order of Hero For Hire Books
1 books 1998–1998
1

In Hot Pursuit

In Hot Pursuit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Hero For Hire Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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1998
Publication Order of Rebels & Rogues Books
1 books 1995–1995
1

The Return of the Black Sheep

The Return of the Black Sheep is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rebels & Rogues Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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1995
Publication Order of Anthologies
3 books 2005–2012
1

Taking Care of Business

Taking Care of Business continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Patricia Ryan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
2

Tales from the Backlist: Selected Stories from Backlist e-Books Authors

Tales from the Backlist: Selected Stories from Backlist e-Books Authors is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Ryan have come to expect.

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2011
3

Ten Shades of Sexy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Ten Shades of Sexy, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Ryan.

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2012

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Patricia Ryan?

Patricia Ryan is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 34 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books, Publication Order of Hidden Grotto Books, Publication Order of Hot City Nights Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Patricia Ryan series to start with?

For readers new to Patricia Ryan's work, the Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with Falcon's Fire to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Patricia Ryan written?

Patricia Ryan has written over 34 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Patricia Ryan books in order?

Yes, reading Patricia Ryan'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 Patricia Ryan write in?

Patricia Ryan writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 34 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Patricia Ryan's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Patricia Ryan'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 Patricia Ryan's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Patricia Ryan's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Fairfax Family Books series. The first book, Falcon's Fire, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.