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6 Books
2008 – 2013 Published
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If you love cozy mysteries with a paranormal twist, romantic tension, and a passion for fashion, Annette Blair's A Vintage Magic Mystery is the perfect series for you. The books follow Madeira "Maddie" Cutler, a former New York fashion designer who returns to the charming town of Mystic, Connecticut, to open a vintage clothing shop in a former morgue. Maddie also possesses a unique gift: psychometry, which allows her to see psychic visions of the past when she touches vintage garments.

The series should be read in publication order, as the character relationships, overarching subplots (including Maddie's romance with FBI Agent Nick Jaconetti), and the lore behind her family's magical legacy develop sequentially across the books.

A Vintage Magic Mystery Books in Order

The series consists of six full-length novels published between 2009 (with some sources noting a late 2008 release for the debut) and 2013:

  1. A Veiled Deception (2009) – Maddie returns to Mystic for her sister Sherry's wedding, only to find a murder victim strangled with a bridal veil and her sister accused of the crime.
  2. Larceny and Lace (2009) – Maddie opens her shop, "Vintage Magic," and immediately has to deal with a break-in, old bones, and the ghost of Dante Underhill, who begins to inhabit her store.
  3. Death by Diamonds (2010) – A glamorous murder is tied to a bejeweled vintage dress, and Maddie must sleuth out the culprit.
  4. Skirting the Grave (2011) – Maddie tackles another stylish investigation when a vintage skirt reveals a dark secret.
  5. Cloaked in Malice (2012) – The visions from a mysterious vintage cloak help Maddie untangle a complex kidnapping plot.
  6. Tulle Death Do Us Part (2013) – The final installment in the series wraps up Maddie's adventures, bringing closure to her cases and her romantic life.

Should You Read the Series in Chronological Order?

Since the publication order is identical to the internal chronological timeline, there is no separate chronological list to worry about. Starting with the first book, A Veiled Deception, is highly recommended. Reading them out of order will spoil the development of the romantic tension between Maddie, Nick, and detective Lytton Werner, as well as the secrets Maddie uncovers about her witchy mother and her own abilities.

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the recommended starting point for the Vintage Magic Mystery series?

The best starting point is the first book, A Veiled Deception. The series relies on character development, romantic progression, and unfolding family secrets that make the most sense when read in order.

QWho is the main character in the series and what is her power?

The main character is Madeira "Maddie" Cutler, a fashion designer who owns the "Vintage Magic" boutique. She possesses the psychic power of psychometry, meaning she gets visions of the past and clues to murders when touching vintage clothing.

QWhere does the Vintage Magic Mystery series take place?

The series is set in the fictionalized town of Mystic (sometimes referred to as Mystic Falls), Connecticut.

QAre there any spin-offs or novellas in the series?

No, there are no official spin-offs, novellas, or short story anthologies in the A Vintage Magic Mystery series. It consists solely of the six main novels.

QIs there a ghost in the Vintage Magic boutique?

Yes, Maddie's boutique is inhabited by a charming ghost named Dante Underhill, who assists her and adds to the paranormal cozy atmosphere starting in the second book, Larceny and Lace.

QIs the Vintage Magic Mystery series completed?

Yes, the series concluded with the sixth book, Tulle Death Do Us Part, which was published in July 2013.