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Emma Lord

by Mary Daheim

28 books Started 1992 Latest 2020
Publication Reading Order

The Emma Lord is a Mystery series by Mary Daheim, made up of 28 books published between 1992 and 2020. It begins with The Alpine Advocate (1992), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Bitter Alpine (2020), spanning 28 years of storytelling.

28books
28years active
4decades
~1yrs between books
2020latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 The Alpine Advocate 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 The Alpine Betrayal 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Alpine Christmas 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Alpine Decoy 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Alpine Escape 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Alpine Fury 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Alpine Gamble 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Alpine Hero 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Alpine Icon 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Alpine Journey 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Alpine Kindred 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 The Alpine Legacy 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
13 The Alpine Menace 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Alpine Nemesis 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Alpine Obituary 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 The Alpine Pursuit 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 The Alpine Quilt 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 The Alpine Recluse 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 The Alpine Scandal 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 The Alpine Traitor 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 The Alpine Uproar 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
22 The Alpine Vengeance 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 The Alpine Winter 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 The Alpine Xanadu 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 The Alpine Yeoman 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 The Alpine Zen 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
27 Alpha Alpine 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
28 Bitter AlpineLatest 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Emma Lord series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Emma Lord series?

Start with The Alpine Advocate (1992), the first book in the Emma Lord series by Mary Daheim. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Emma Lord series?

There are 28 books in the Emma Lord series by Mary Daheim, published between 1992 and 2020.

What is the first book in the Emma Lord series?

The first book in the Emma Lord series is The Alpine Advocate, published in 1992 by Mary Daheim.

What is the latest book in the Emma Lord series?

The most recent book in the Emma Lord series is Bitter Alpine (2020) by Mary Daheim.

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About Mary Daheim

Mary Daheim (1947-2022) was an American mystery writer. Born in New Jersey, she later moved to the Pacific Northwest, which became the setting for many of her books. Daheim's writing career began in the 1980s when she published her first novel, "The Alpine Adventure," featuring Bed and Breakfast owner Judith McMonigle Flynn. The popular series set in fictional Alpine, Washington, spanned over 30 books and inspired numerous made-for-television movies. Daheim also wrote the Emma Lord Mystery series, set in a seaside Oregon town, and the Misty Pines Romances. Her work earned her critical acclaim, including the Agatha Award for Best Novel in 1992 for "Alpine for You." Throughout her career, Daheim received numerous awards for her contributions to the mystery genre. Her books have been praised for their charming characters, intricate plots, and affectionate depiction of small-town life.

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