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Charity Styles Caribbean Thriller Books in Order

8 Books
2015 – 2023 Published
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01
Merciless Charity
Merciless Charity
2015
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02
Ruthless Charity
Ruthless Charity
2016
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03
Reckless Charity
Reckless Charity
2017
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04
Enduring Charity
Enduring Charity
2018
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05
Vigilant Charity
Vigilant Charity
2019
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06
Lost Charity
Lost Charity
2021
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07
Elusive Charity
Elusive Charity
2022
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08
Liable Charity
Liable Charity
2023
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Recommended Reading Order

To experience Charity Styles’ evolution from a former Olympic marksman and Army helicopter pilot to a covert government operative, it is best to read the books in order of publication. The chronological story directly follows this sequence:

  1. Merciless Charity (2015)
  2. Ruthless Charity (2016)
  3. Reckless Charity (2017)
  4. Enduring Charity (2018)
  5. Vigilant Charity (2019) (co-authored with Kimberli A. Bindschatel)
  6. Lost Charity (2021)
  7. Elusive Charity (2022)
  8. Liable Charity (2023) (co-authored with Kimberli A. Bindschatel)
  9. Indulgent Charity (2026) (co-authored with Sharon Ward)

Connecting the Universes: The Jesse McDermitt Connection

Charity Styles exists in the same action-packed world as Wayne Stinnett's flagship character, Jesse McDermitt. She was originally introduced to readers as a supporting character within the Jesse McDermitt Caribbean Adventure series before branching out into her own solo adventures under DHS Director Stockwell's command.

While you do not need to read the Jesse McDermitt series to enjoy Charity's missions, reading them in tandem or having familiarity with Jesse's adventures adds rich context to her operations and character crossovers. Her solo series begins chronologically around the time she transitions out of Jesse's immediate circle.

Key Collaborations and Co-Authors

While Wayne Stinnett created the character and wrote the initial core novels solo, he has collaborated with other noted authors in the adventure thriller genre to expand the series:

  • Kimberli A. Bindschatel: Co-authored Vigilant Charity (Book 5) and Liable Charity (Book 8), bringing her experience with wildlife and mystery thrillers to the series.
  • Sharon Ward: Co-authored the ninth installment, Indulgent Charity (2026), adding a fresh dynamic to Charity's high-stakes rescue missions.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Charity Styles series?

You should start with the first book, Merciless Charity (2015), which establishes Charity’s background and her initial recruitment by the DHS.

QHow many books are in the Charity Styles series?

There are currently nine books in the series, concluding with Indulgent Charity in 2026.

QAre the Charity Styles books connected to the Jesse McDermitt series?

Yes! Both series take place in the same tropical universe. Charity Styles is introduced in Wayne Stinnett’s Jesse McDermitt Caribbean Adventure series before getting her own spin-off.

QDo I need to read the Jesse McDermitt books before starting Charity Styles?

No. While they share a universe, the Charity Styles series is designed to be read as a standalone saga. You can enjoy it fully without reading the main series.

QWho co-authored the Charity Styles books with Wayne Stinnett?

Wayne Stinnett collaborated with Kimberli A. Bindschatel on Vigilant Charity and Liable Charity, and with Sharon Ward on Indulgent Charity.

QIs there a difference between the publication order and the chronological order?

For the standalone Charity Styles series, the publication order matches the chronological storyline, making it the easiest path to follow.