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Catalina Cove Books in Order

7 Books
2018 – 2022 Published
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The Recommended Reading Order for Catalina Cove

For the best reading experience, we highly recommend reading the Catalina Cove series in publication order. Because characters from previous books frequently make guest appearances and small-town subplots evolve over time, reading the series sequentially allows you to enjoy the natural progression of the community's drama and romance without any spoilers.

Here is the complete order of the books:

  1. Love in Catalina Cove (2018) – Vashti Alcindor returns to her hometown to run her late aunt’s bed-and-breakfast, only to clash and fall for the local sheriff, Sawyer Grisham.
  2. Forget Me Not (2019) – Widowed Ashley Ryan is shocked when she crosses paths with Devon Carter, a man who looks exactly like her late husband, sparking a deep mystery and romance.
  3. Finding Home Again (2019) – A second-chance romance focusing on former high school sweethearts Bryce Chandler and Kaegan Thompson.
  4. A Catalina Cove Christmas (2019) – A holiday novella (frequently numbered as book 3.5) about Isaac Elloren and his ex-wife Donna Elloren as they attempt to reconcile during the holiday season.
  5. Follow Your Heart (2021) – Career-minded journalist Victoria Madaris finds herself falling for family friend Senator Roman Malone.
  6. One Christmas Wish (2021) – Sierra Crane returns to Catalina Cove to open a café and finds an unexpected spark with Vaughn Miller, a man seeking to rebuild his life after being wrongfully imprisoned.
  7. The House on Blueberry Lane (2022) – Velvet Spencer tries to make a fresh start in the cove, but her former flame Jaye Colfax arrives in town, determined to win her back.
  8. The Cottage on Pelican Bay (2024) – Zara Miller shares a passionate night with a stranger, only to discover he is Evans "Saint" Toussaint, the new hire brought in by her brother.

Crossover Connections: The Madaris Family Saga

While Catalina Cove is a standalone series, Brenda Jackson has connected it to her massive, fan-favorite Madaris Family Saga. The fifth book, Follow Your Heart, features Victoria Madaris as the central heroine alongside the legendary family matriarch and matchmaker, Felicia "Mama Laverne" Madaris. If you are a fan of the Madaris books, this entry is a must-read crossover that bridges the two fictional worlds beautifully.

Chronological vs. Publication Order

There is no discrepancy between the publication order and the chronological timeline. The timeline moves forward sequentially from 2018 to 2024. The only key detail is to place the holiday novella, A Catalina Cove Christmas, between Finding Home Again and Follow Your Heart to keep the town's events in perfect chronological alignment.

Frequently Asked

QDo I need to read the Catalina Cove series in order?

While each book features a standalone romance with a different couple, we strongly recommend reading them in order. Characters from previous books frequently reappear as supporting cast members, and the town's overarching storylines progress chronologically.

QHow many books are in the Catalina Cove series?

As of 2024, there are eight books in the Catalina Cove series, consisting of seven full-length novels and one holiday novella.

QIs the Catalina Cove series connected to other Brenda Jackson books?

Yes. Follow Your Heart serves as a crossover with Brenda Jackson's famous Madaris Family Saga, featuring Victoria Madaris and the beloved family matriarch, Mama Laverne.

QWhat is the latest book in the Catalina Cove series?

The latest book in the series is The Cottage on Pelican Bay, which was published in August 2024.

QWho are the main characters of the Catalina Cove holiday novella?

The holiday novella, A Catalina Cove Christmas, centers on the second-chance romance of ex-spouses Isaac Elloren and Donna Elloren.

QWhere is Catalina Cove set?

The series is set in the fictional coastal bayou town of Catalina Cove, Louisiana, which features scenic blueberry fields, historic Creole heritage, and cozy small-town vibes.