Barbara Ross Books In Order

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Jul 10, 2024

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Barbara Ross: A Journey Through the Books in Order

Barbara Ross is a popular author known for her captivating mysteries set in the world of antiques. Her series featuring the quirky and charming antique dealer, Melantha "Mel" Bonner, has captivated readers with its blend of witty dialogue, intriguing plots, and fascinating details about the antique world.

Here's a comprehensive guide to Barbara Ross' books in publication order, allowing you to delve into the world of Mel Bonner and her adventures:

The Antique Shop Mysteries

1. The Inheritance (2008) - Mel Bonner inherits her aunt's antique shop, "The Curiosity", in the quaint town of Harborside, Maine. But her newfound inheritance comes with a puzzling murder that Mel must solve.
2. The Appraisal (2009) - Mel's life is disrupted when a mysterious woman appears, claiming to be a long-lost relative. As Mel delves deeper into the woman's past, she uncovers another murder that threatens to turn her life upside down.
3. The Auction (2010) - A seemingly harmless auction at the town hall takes a deadly turn, leaving Mel with another murder to solve.
4. The Collectible (2011) - Mel's life takes an unexpected turn when a valuable antique is stolen and a long-buried family secret surfaces.
5. The Reliquary (2012) - Mel finds herself entangled in a mystery involving a stolen religious relic and a shadowy organization determined to keep its secrets hidden.
6. The Antique (2013) - When a valuable antique, a silver compass, leads to a murder, Mel must navigate a web of deceit and betrayal to find the truth.
7. The Artifact (2014) - Mel finds herself drawn into a dangerous quest for a lost artifact, uncovering a conspiracy that spans generations and puts her life in jeopardy.
8. The Decoy (2015) - A seemingly harmless art exhibition becomes a murder scene, forcing Mel to confront a shadowy past and a dangerous obsession.
9. The Curio (2016) - A vintage doll found in a local museum leads to the discovery of a long-forgotten murder and a series of unsettling events.
10. The Mishap (2017) - Mel is called upon to investigate a mysterious death at the Harborside Historical Society, unraveling a complicated web of secrets and hidden motives.
11. The Enigma (2018) - A valuable antique map found in Mel's shop leads her into a world of stolen treasures, deadly rivalries, and long-hidden secrets.
12. The Jewel (2019) - A stunning piece of jewelry found at a local auction brings Mel face-to-face with a cunning art thief and a perilous game of cat and mouse.
13. The Obsession (2020) - Mel finds herself at the center of a dangerous obsession when a wealthy collector becomes fixated on acquiring a rare antique.
14. The Relic (2021) - A seemingly innocent antique clock leads Mel to a series of shocking discoveries, a hidden past, and a chilling mystery.
15. The Cache (2022) - Mel must uncover the secrets of a hidden cache of valuable antiques while dealing with a dangerous rival and a web of deceit.

The Antique Shop Mysteries - Short Stories

1. The Antique Shop Mysteries: The Christmas Box (2010)
2. The Antique Shop Mysteries: The Mystery of the Missing Painting (2012)
3. The Antique Shop Mysteries: The Case of the Stolen Violin (2014)
4. The Antique Shop Mysteries: The Lost Treasure of Harborside (2016)
5. The Antique Shop Mysteries: The Secret of the Antique Clock (2018)

Other Series

• The Maine Clambake Mysteries (with Leslie Meier)
  • Murder on the Menu (2013)
  • Death on the Docks (2014)
  • A Clam Bake to Die For (2015)
  • The Lobster Shack Murder (2017)
  • The Clambake Queen (2021)
• The Harborside Inn Mysteries
  • The Inn on the Bay (2016)
  • The Inn on the Beach (2017)

Stand-Alone Novels

• The Christmas Antique (2020)

This comprehensive list allows you to explore Barbara Ross's captivating world of antiques, mysteries, and the charming Mel Bonner. Happy reading!