Carolyn Haines Books In Order

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Carolyn Haines: A Guide to Her Novels in Order

Carolyn Haines is a beloved author known for her captivating mystery series set in the fictional town of Claiborne County, Mississippi. Her books are lauded for their strong characters, immersive Southern settings, and compelling plots.

If you're looking to dive into the world of Carolyn Haines, here's the recommended reading order for her series:

The Sarah Booth Delaney Series

1. The Bone Collection (2005): Introduce yourself to Sarah Booth Delaney, a quirky and charming antiques dealer, and her best friend, Jada "Jaz" Jones, a sharp and sassy sheriff's deputy, as they team up to solve their first murder mystery in Claiborne County.
2. The Dead Sleep Easy (2006): Sarah Booth and Jaz face a new case, uncovering a dangerous web of secrets and family feuds.
3. The Last One Home (2007): A local legend comes to life as a new murder rocks the town, leaving Sarah Booth and Jaz racing against time to solve the case.
4. The Devil's Own Angel (2008): Sarah Booth and Jaz find themselves caught in the middle of a dangerous game when a young woman disappears and a mysterious angel statue becomes a key clue.
5. The Next One to Die (2009): A family feud turns deadly, leading Sarah Booth and Jaz to delve into the dark secrets of Claiborne County's past.
6. The Dead Don't Dance (2010): A local festival turns into a nightmare when a body is found on the grounds, leaving Sarah Booth and Jaz to face a new challenge.
7. The Grave of the Living (2011): A missing child case and a haunting from the past converge, forcing Sarah Booth and Jaz to navigate a tangled web of mystery and family secrets.
8. The Night the World Went Quiet (2012): Sarah Booth and Jaz investigate a string of suspicious deaths and discover a conspiracy that threatens the entire town.
9. The First Rule of the Dead (2013): A mysterious murder leads Sarah Booth and Jaz to uncover a shocking truth about the town's history and a secret society that has been operating for centuries.
10. The Devil's Waltz (2014): Sarah Booth and Jaz find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse when a serial killer targets the women in their town.
11. The Devil's Triangle (2015): Sarah Booth and Jaz investigate a missing person case and find themselves caught in a conspiracy involving a powerful family and a secret that could destroy their town.
12. The Devil's Silence (2016): Sarah Booth and Jaz find themselves caught in a deadly game of deception and betrayal when a series of murders plagues their town.
13. The Devil's Eye (2017): Sarah Booth and Jaz investigate a mysterious death and uncover a secret that could expose a long-buried truth about the town's history.
14. The Devil's Dance (2018): Sarah Booth and Jaz confront a dangerous and elusive killer with a dark secret from the past.
15. The Devil's Work (2019): A new killer is on the loose in Claiborne County, and Sarah Booth and Jaz must unravel a web of lies and deceit to bring the culprit to justice.
16. The Devil's Redemption (2020): Sarah Booth and Jaz find themselves on the trail of a ruthless killer who is targeting the most vulnerable members of their community.
17. The Devil's Choice (2021): Sarah Booth and Jaz face their greatest challenge yet when a new serial killer emerges, threatening to turn Claiborne County into a battleground.
18. The Devil's Mark (2022): Sarah Booth and Jaz are drawn into a web of intrigue and betrayal as they investigate a seemingly simple case that has deadly consequences.

Standalone Novels

• The Murder of Missy King (2014) - A standalone novel featuring a new character, Missy King, and explores a different mystery in Claiborne County.

Carolyn Haines continues to delight readers with new additions to her series, each adding to the rich and complex world of Claiborne County. Enjoy your journey through her captivating mysteries!