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Lady Emily

by Tasha Alexander

23 books Started 2005 Latest 2024
Publication Reading Order

The Lady Emily is a Historical Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Tasha Alexander, made up of 23 books published between 2005 and 2024. It begins with And Only to Deceive (2005), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Death by Misadventure (2024), spanning 19 years of storytelling.

23books
19years active
3decades
~0.9yrs between books
2024latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 And Only to Deceive 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 A Poisoned Season 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 A Fatal Waltz 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Tears of Pearl 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
5 Dangerous to Know 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 A Crimson Warning 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Death in the Floating City 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Behind the Shattered Glass 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Counterfeit Heiress 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Star of the East 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Adventuress 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 That Silent Night (Short Story) 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 A Terrible Beauty 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Death in St. Petersburg 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Bridal Strain 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Amid the Winter's Snow 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Uneasy Lies the Crown 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Upon the Midnight Clear (Short Story) 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
19 In the Shadow of Vesuvius 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 The Dark Heart of Florence 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Secrets of the Nile 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 A Cold Highland Wind 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Death by MisadventureLatest 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Lady Emily series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Lady Emily series?

Start with And Only to Deceive (2005), the first book in the Lady Emily series by Tasha Alexander. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Lady Emily series?

There are 23 books in the Lady Emily series by Tasha Alexander, published between 2005 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Lady Emily series?

The first book in the Lady Emily series is And Only to Deceive, published in 2005 by Tasha Alexander.

What is the latest book in the Lady Emily series?

The most recent book in the Lady Emily series is Death by Misadventure (2024) by Tasha Alexander.

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About Tasha Alexander

Tasha Alexander is a New York Times bestselling author of historical mysteries. Born in Ames, Iowa, she earned a degree in History from Wesleyan University and an MBA from New York University. Known for her Lady Emily historical mysteries, the series is set in Victorian England and follows the adventures of Lady Emily Hargreaves, a widow and amateur detective. The first book in the series, "And Only to Deceive," was published in 2005 and has been praised for its well-developed characters, intricate plots, and evocative historical settings. The series has been translated into more than 20 languages and has won numerous awards, including the Agatha Award for Best First Novel, the Mary Higgins Clark Award, and the Macavity Award. In addition to her historical mysteries, Alexander has published several standalone novels, including the bestselling "A Royal Christmas Kiss." She has also worked as a journalist, editor, and marketing executive.

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