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Amanda Roberts Books in Order

  • 9 Books
  • 1989 – 1995 Published

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The Recommended Reading Order

The best way to read the Amanda Roberts series is in publication order. The books follow a continuous chronological story arc, especially regarding Amanda's evolving and often turbulent relationship with ex-cop Joe Donelli. Reading them out of order will spoil major relationship milestones and character developments.

Amanda Roberts Mystery Books in Publication Order

  1. Reckless (1989)
  2. Body and Soul (1989)
  3. Stolen Moments (1990)
  4. Ties That Bind (1991)
  5. Bank on It (1993)
  6. Hide and Seek (1993)
  7. Wages of Sin (1994)
  8. Deadly Obsession (1995)
  9. White Lightning (1995)

Understanding the Series and Setting

Written by best-selling author Sherryl Woods (widely known for her romance series like Sweet Magnolias and Chesapeake Shores), the Amanda Roberts series blends mystery, suspense, and romance. The stories are set against a vibrant Atlanta backdrop and center on Amanda, a spunky investigative journalist who cannot resist digging into dangerous secrets, even when it puts her life or her relationship at risk.

What to Read Next

If you enjoy the mix of humor, mystery, and romance in the Amanda Roberts books, you should check out Sherryl Woods' other mystery series, the Molly DeWitt Mysteries (sometimes called the Island Storms series), which includes four books beginning with Hot Property.

Frequently Asked

Where should I start reading the Amanda Roberts series?

You should start with the first book, Reckless (1989), to understand Amanda's introduction to investigative cases and the beginning of her relationship with Joe Donelli.

Is the publication order different from the chronological order?

No. The publication order matches the chronological timeline of the characters' lives, so you can simply read them in the order they were published.

How many books are in the Amanda Roberts series?

There are exactly nine books in the main series, published between 1989 and 1995.

Are there any co-authored books, spin-offs, or crossovers?

No, the series was written entirely by Sherryl Woods and does not feature any spin-offs or crossovers with her romance universes like Sweet Magnolias.

What is the next best Sherryl Woods series for mystery fans?

You should read the four-book Molly DeWitt Mysteries, starting with Hot Property, which offers a similar mix of romance and lighthearted mystery.