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ⓘ About Victoria Thompson
Victoria Thompson was the author of the Gaslight Mysteries series. She passed away on August 23rd, 2024. She was born in Washington, DC. The legendary author wrote the Gaslight Mysteries Series , set in the turn-of-the city of New York and featuring midwife Sarah Brandt. She said that she became enchanted by New York City and specifically the Greenwich village while one of her daughters attended NYU’s school of Arts. After reading many books about the village and spending many hours enjoying shopping, dining and wandering the streets of the city, she became permanently hooked. Victoria is also a known public speaker having given day-long seminars on “How to Write Popular Fiction” to writer’s groups all over the USA and Canada. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series, Victoria Thompson 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 Victoria Thompson
City of Lies
City of Lies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
City of Secrets
City of Secrets continues the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books story arc with Victoria Thompson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
City of Scoundrels
City of Scoundrels continues the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books story arc with Victoria Thompson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
City of Schemes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books with City of Schemes, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
City of Shadows
City of Shadows is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
City of Fortune
City of Fortune continues the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books story arc with Victoria Thompson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
City of Betrayal
City of Betrayal is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Murder on Astor Place
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Astor Place as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on St. Mark's Place
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on St. Mark's Place as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Gramercy Park
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Gramercy Park as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Washington Square
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Washington Square as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Mulberry Bend
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Mulberry Bend as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Marble Row
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Marble Row as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Lenox Hill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Lenox Hill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Little Italy
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Little Italy as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Chinatown
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Chinatown as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Bank Street
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Bank Street as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Waverly Place
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Waverly Place as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Lexington Avenue
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Lexington Avenue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Sisters' Row
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Sisters' Row as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Fifth Avenue
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Fifth Avenue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Chelsea
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Chelsea as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Murray Hill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Murray Hill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Amsterdam Avenue
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Amsterdam Avenue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Morningside Heights
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Morningside Heights as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in the Bowery
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in the Bowery as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Union Square
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Union Square as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Trinity Place
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Trinity Place as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Pleasant Avenue
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Pleasant Avenue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Wall Street
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Wall Street as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Madison Square
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Madison Square as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder on Bedford Street
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder on Bedford Street as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Rose Hill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Rose Hill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series showcases Victoria Thompson's mastery of suspense.
Texas Treasure
Texas Treasure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lady and the Cowboy Romance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Texas Triumph
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lady and the Cowboy Romance Books with Texas Triumph, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Texas Blonde
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lady and the Cowboy Romance Books with Texas Blonde, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Bold Texas Embrace
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lady and the Cowboy Romance Books with Bold Texas Embrace, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Texas Vixen
Texas Vixen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lady and the Scoundrel Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Rogue's Lady
Rogue's Lady is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lady and the Scoundrel Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Fortune's Lady
Fortune's Lady continues the Publication Order of Lady and the Scoundrel Books story arc with Victoria Thompson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Texas Angel / Angel Heart
Texas Angel / Angel Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Hired Gunslinger Books series by Victoria Thompson.
Wild Texas Promise
Wild Texas Promise continues the Publication Order of The Hired Gunslinger Books story arc with Victoria Thompson's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sweet Texas Surrender
Sweet Texas Surrender is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Hired Gunslinger Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Blazing Texas Nights
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Hired Gunslinger Books with Blazing Texas Nights, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Wild Texas Wind
Wild Texas Wind is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Tates of Texas Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Winds of Promise
Winds of Promise is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Tates of Texas Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Winds of Destiny
Winds of Destiny is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Tates of Texas Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
Winds of Fortune
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Tates of Texas Books with Winds of Fortune, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Beloved Outcast
Beloved Outcast explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Victoria Thompson.
Playing with Fire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Playing with Fire, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Cry Wolf
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Cry Wolf, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Wings of Morning
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Wings of Morning, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
From This Day Forward
Conflict and courage define From This Day Forward, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Victoria Thompson that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Losing Alexandria
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Losing Alexandria, another outstanding contribution from Victoria Thompson.
Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible
Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Victoria Thompson have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Victoria Thompson?
Victoria Thompson is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 56 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Counterfeit Lady Books, Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books, Publication Order of Lady and the Cowboy Romance Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Victoria Thompson series to start with?
For readers new to Victoria Thompson's work, the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Murder on Astor Place to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Victoria Thompson written?
Victoria Thompson has written over 56 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Victoria Thompson books in order?
Yes, reading Victoria Thompson'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 Victoria Thompson write in?
Victoria Thompson writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 56 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Victoria Thompson's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Victoria Thompson'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 Victoria Thompson's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Victoria Thompson's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Gaslight Mystery Books series. The first book, Murder on Astor Place, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.