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8 Books
2002 – 2019 Published
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How to Read the Bailey Weggins Series

The Bailey Weggins series is best read in publication order. Because the books follow Bailey's evolving career—transitioning from a glossy celebrity magazine writer to a dedicated true-crime journalist—and her complex personal life, reading them sequentially allows you to enjoy her character growth and recurring relationships to the fullest.

Bailey Weggins Books in Publication (and Chronological) Order

Here is the chronological order of the novels, which matches their original release dates:

  1. If Looks Could Kill (2002) – The debut novel where Bailey is a writer for a trendy women's magazine and investigates a poisoned chocolate truffle intended for her high-maintenance boss.
  2. A Body to Die For (2003) – Bailey heads to a luxurious spa in Massachusetts to unwind, only to find a corpse stuffed in a treatment room.
  3. 'Til Death Do Us Part (2004) – Bailey investigates the deaths of two bridesmaids in a glamorous Manhattan wedding party.
  4. Over Her Dead Body (2005) – A corporate retreat turns deadly, and Bailey must solve the murder of a prominent magazine editor.
  5. Lethally Blond (2007) – Bailey enters the world of television and celebrity when she is hired to help defend a famous actor's brother accused of murder.
  6. So Pretty It Hurts (2012) – Following a five-year gap, Bailey returns to investigate the murder of a high-profile model at a ritzy music mogul's country estate.
  7. Even If It Kills Her (2017) – After another gap, Bailey assists a former college friend whose family was brutally murdered, leading her deep into small-town secrets.
  8. Such a Perfect Wife (2019) – Bailey investigates the disappearance of a popular wife and mother in a small town in upstate New York, uncovering dark secrets behind a seemingly perfect facade.

Timeline Gaps and Reading Caveats

While the overall timeline flows forward chronologically, readers will notice significant publication gaps between later novels—most notably the five-year gaps leading up to So Pretty It Hurts (2012) and Even If It Kills Her (2017). During these gaps, author Kate White focused on writing standalone psychological thrillers. Despite these real-world delays, the in-universe timeline carries over smoothly, making it easy for readers to pick up where Bailey left off.

Spin-offs, Co-authored Books, and Future Releases

Currently, there are no spin-offs or co-authored entries in the Bailey Weggins universe. Kate White has written the entire series solo, drawing heavily on her real-life experience as the former editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine. In late 2023, White mentioned that she was working on a Bailey Weggins novella, but as of mid-2026, no official release date or publication details have been announced.

Frequently Asked

QWhere is the best place to start reading the Bailey Weggins series?

You should start with the first novel, If Looks Could Kill (2002). This book introduces Bailey, her career at the celebrity magazine Buzz, and the signature Manhattan backdrop that defines the series.

QDo you need to read the Bailey Weggins books in order?

While each book features a self-contained murder mystery, it is highly recommended to read them in order. Doing so allows you to follow the ongoing development of Bailey's career, friendships, and romantic life.

QAre there any spin-offs or short stories in this series?

No. Currently, the series consists solely of the eight main novels. Although the author has expressed interest in writing a novella, none have been published yet.

QIs the Bailey Weggins series finished?

The last full-length novel, Such a Perfect Wife, was published in 2019. While Kate White has focused primarily on standalone psychological thrillers recently, she has not officially retired the character.

QWhat is the latest book written by Kate White?

Kate White's latest release is the standalone thriller I Came Back for You, published in March 2026. Her last Bailey Weggins novel remains Such a Perfect Wife (2019).