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Chrissy McMullen Books in Order

10 Books
2005 – 2018 Published
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01
Unzipped
Unzipped
2005
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02
Unplugged
Unplugged
2006
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03
Unscrewed
Unscrewed
2007
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04
Unmanned
Unmanned
2007
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05
One Hot Mess
One Hot Mess
2009
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06
Not One Clue
Not One Clue
2010
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07
Uncorked
Uncorked
2011
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08
Unleashed
Unleashed
2016
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09
Unhinged
Unhinged
2017
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10
Unsweetened
Unsweetened
2018
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The Recommended Reading Order for Chrissy McMullen

For the absolute best reading experience, you should follow the publication order of the Chrissy McMullen mysteries. Because the chronological timeline aligns perfectly with the order in which the books were published, reading them sequentially is the safest and most enjoyable way to watch Chrissy's relationships, career, and crime-solving skills develop.

The series begins with Unzipped, which introduces Christina "Chrissy" McMullen—a former cocktail waitress who has reinvented herself as a professional psychologist in Los Angeles. When a sleazy client dies at her feet, she is dragged into her first murder investigation and crosses paths with the brooding, attractive LAPD homicide detective Jack Rivera. Starting from book one ensures you capture the slow-burn romance and character growth that ties the entire series together.

The Complete List of Chrissy McMullen Books

Here is the complete list of the Chrissy McMullen mystery books in their recommended order, including their original release years:

  1. Unzipped (2005)
  2. Unplugged (2006)
  3. Unscrewed (2007)
  4. Unmanned (2007)
  5. One Hot Mess (2009)
  6. Not One Clue (2010)
  7. Uncorked (2011/2012)
  8. Unleashed (2016)
  9. Unhinged (2017)
  10. Unsweetened (2018)

Understanding the Chrissy McMullen Universe: Spin-Offs and Crossovers

Unlike many long-running mystery series, the Chrissy McMullen books are entirely standalone in terms of their universe. Lois Greiman did not write any spin-off series, co-authored entries, or cross-character crossovers. While she is well known for her historical romances (such as the Highland Brides series) and contemporary romance series (like the Hope Springs, SD books), her mystery writing remains fully focused on Chrissy's adventures. This makes it a very clean, straightforward 10-book series to binge-read without worrying about missing key plot lines in companion books.

Frequently Asked

QWhere should I start reading the Chrissy McMullen series?

You should start with the very first book, Unzipped (2005). This novel establishes Chrissy's transition from cocktail waitress to psychologist and introduces the central romantic tension with Detective Jack Rivera.

QAre the chronological order and publication order different?

No. The chronological timeline of Chrissy's adventures matches the publication order exactly. You can simply read the books in the order they were released.

QIs the Chrissy McMullen series completed?

Yes. The series concludes with the tenth book, Unsweetened, which was published in 2018. No further books have been announced by the author.

QAre there any crossover novels or spin-offs I need to read?

No. The Chrissy McMullen series is a self-contained story. While Lois Greiman has written other popular romance series, none of them cross over into Chrissy's mystery universe.

QWhat is the tone of the Chrissy McMullen books?

The series is a mix of cozy mystery, romantic comedy, and light suspense. It is frequently compared to Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series due to its sharp humor, wacky side characters, and slow-burn romance.

QWhy is the publication year of Uncorked listed as both 2011 and 2012?

Lois Greiman originally self-published Uncorked as an ebook in December 2011, while the paperback edition was released by her publisher in January 2012. Both dates refer to the same book.