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16 Books
2011 – 2016 Published
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How to Read the Caribbean Murder Series

The Caribbean Murder series by Jaden Skye (who also writes under the pen name Julian Starr) follows Cindy Stall, a woman who goes from mourning her husband's tragic death on their honeymoon to solving complex crimes across the beautiful islands of the Caribbean. The series is best read in publication order to fully appreciate Cindy’s personal healing, professional growth, and developing relationship with her investigative partner, Mattheus.

Caribbean Murder Books in Publication Order

Here is the full 16-book checklist in the order they were published, spanning Cindy's investigations from Barbados to her own eventual wedding:

  1. Death by Honeymoon (2011) – Set in Barbados
  2. Death by Divorce (2011) – Set in Grenada
  3. Death by Deceit (2012) – Set in Montserrat
  4. Death by Marriage (2013)
  5. Death by Desire (2013)
  6. Death by Jealousy (2013) – Set in the Cayman Islands
  7. Death by Proposal (2013)
  8. Death by Obsession (2013)
  9. Death by Devotion (2014)
  10. Death by Betrayal (2014)
  11. Death by Request (2014)
  12. Death by Engagement (2014)
  13. Death by Seduction (2015)
  14. Death by Temptation (2015)
  15. Death by Invitation (2016)
  16. Death by Wedding (2016)

Order Caveats and Discrepancies

While the chronological sequence matches the publication order, some online retailers and book lists swap the order of the early books. Specifically, some databases list Death by Marriage as Book 3, Death by Desire as Book 4, and Death by Deceit as Book 5. However, following the sequence as listed above ensures Cindy's personal progression and her partnership with Mattheus remain clear and logical.

Spin-offs and Connected Books

While there are no direct spin-off series focusing on side characters, fans of Jaden Skye's style can explore her other romantic suspense work. She has also written the Murder in the Keys series (beginning with No Place to Die) and The Killing Game series (published under her Julian Starr pen name), which feature similar tropical suspense vibes and cozy mystery pacing.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Caribbean Murder series?

You should start with the first book, Death by Honeymoon. It establishes Cindy’s backstory, her motivation for solving crimes, and introduces her partner, Mattheus.

QAre the Caribbean Murder books standalone?

While each book features a self-contained murder mystery set on a different island, Cindy's personal life and relationship with Mattheus progress across the books. It is highly recommended to read them in order.

QWho is the main character in the series?

The main character is Cindy Stall, who starts the series as a grieving widow and evolves into a brave private investigator working alongside her partner, Mattheus.

QIs there a difference between publication and chronological order?

No, the chronological storyline matches the publication order, though some retail sites swap the order of books 3, 4, and 5.

QWhat is Jaden Skye's pen name?

Jaden Skye also writes under the pen name Julian Starr, under which she published The Killing Game series.

QHow many books are in the Caribbean Murder series?

The complete series consists of 16 novels, beginning with Death by Honeymoon and concluding with Death by Wedding.