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Blossom Valley Mysteries Books in Order

6 Books
2012 – 2017 Published
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Recommended Reading Order

To get the most out of the Blossom Valley Mysteries, you should read them in order of publication. The series follows Dana Lewis's gradual personal growth, career shift, and relationships in chronological order. Starting from her initial move to Blossom Valley to her eventually dealing with weddings and spa drama, the storyline is continuous.

  1. Going Organic Can Kill You (2012) - Dana Lewis returns to Blossom Valley to take a marketing job at the O'Connell Organic Farm & Spa, only to find the body of a Hollywood producer.
  2. All Natural Murder (2013) - Dana's sister Ashlee becomes a prime suspect when her monster truck driver boyfriend is murdered.
  3. Green Living Can Be Deadly (2014) - Dana is tasked with organizing the local Green Living Festival, but things take a dark turn when a dead body is found.
  4. A Healthy Homicide (2015) - A wellness guru's visit to the organic spa leads to a deadly detox.
  5. Murder Most Wholesome (2016) - A murder is tied to a local commune's eccentric residents.
  6. Marriage Is Pure Murder (2017) - Dana's own wedding plans are disrupted by a final case of murder.

Publication Order vs. Chronological Order

Fortunately for readers, there are no chronological jumps, prequels, or spin-offs to worry about in this series. The chronological order perfectly mirrors the publication order. Reading them from first to last is the best and only way to experience Dana's story arc without spoilers.

Why This Order Matters

While each book features a standalone mystery that is resolved by the final page, the character relationships, especially between Dana and the recurring cast at the O'Connell Organic Farm & Spa, evolve naturally over time. Skip around, and you will miss the development of Dana's investigative skills and her changing personal life.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Blossom Valley Mysteries?

You should start with the first book, Going Organic Can Kill You, as it establishes the setting of the O'Connell Organic Farm & Spa and introduces the main characters.

QAre there any spin-offs or co-authored books in the Blossom Valley Mysteries?

No, the series consists only of the six novels written solely by Staci McLaughlin, with no spin-offs or co-authored projects.

QWhat is the setting of the Blossom Valley Mysteries?

The series is set in the fictional town of Blossom Valley, California, primarily revolving around the O'Connell Organic Farm & Spa.

QWho is the main character in the series?

The main protagonist is Dana Lewis, a junk-food-loving marketing professional turned amateur sleuth.

QHow many books are in the Blossom Valley Mysteries series?

There are exactly six books in the main series, published between 2012 and 2017.

QIs the chronological order of the series different from the publication order?

No, the chronological storyline moves forward in the same sequence as the books were published, so following the publication order is highly recommended.