The Nancy Thayer Books in Order
Nancy Thayer is a beloved author known for her charming, heartwarming stories set in picturesque New England towns. Her books often feature strong female characters navigating love, family, and life's challenges.
If you're a fan of Nancy Thayer's work or are just starting to explore her world, you'll want to read her books in order to fully appreciate the characters' growth and the interconnectedness of her stories.
Here's a list of Nancy Thayer's books in publication order, followed by a series breakdown:
Nancy Thayer Books in Publication Order
- The Vanishing Season (1996)
- The Family Tree (1997)
- The Secrets of Summer (1998)
- The Guest Room (1999)
- The Light at the Edge of the World (2000)
- The Winter House (2001)
- The Three Sisters (2003)
- The Summer House (2004)
- The Lilac Inn (2005)
- The Cottage by the Sea (2007)
- The Last Summer (2008)
- The Second Summer (2010)
- The Beach House (2011)
- The Next Summer (2013)
- The Island House (2015)
- The Little Seaside Inn (2017)
- The Cape Cod Christmas (2018)
- The Nantucket Christmas (2019)
- The Christmas Cottage (2020)
- The Maine Cottage (2021)
- The Sunlit Sea (2022)
- The New England Christmas (2023)
Series Breakdown
The Nantucket Series:
This series follows the interconnected lives of residents on the charming island of Nantucket.
- The Guest Room
- The Light at the Edge of the World
- The Winter House
- The Family Tree
The Lighthouse Series:
This series features a charming lighthouse and the people whose lives are intertwined with it.
- The Vanishing Season
- The Secrets of Summer
- The Three Sisters
The Summer House Series:
This series follows the lives of those who own and visit a special summer house.
- The Summer House
- The Last Summer
- The Second Summer
- The Beach House
- The Next Summer
The Lilac Inn Series:
This series focuses on the Lilac Inn, a cozy bed and breakfast, and its owner, Maggie.
- The Lilac Inn
- The Cottage by the Sea
The Island House Series:
This series follows a family who owns a beautiful island house.
- The Island House
- The Little Seaside Inn
Christmas Series:
This series features heartwarming holiday stories with a focus on the magic of Christmas in New England.
- The Cape Cod Christmas
- The Nantucket Christmas
- The Christmas Cottage
- The New England Christmas
Standalone Novels:
- The Maine Cottage
- The Sunlit Sea
Note: While most of Nancy Thayer's books are standalone, there are recurring characters and themes that tie them together. Reading them in order will enhance your enjoyment of the interconnectedness of her world.
Happy reading!