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8 Books
2014 – 2016 Published
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The Perfect Path Through Butler, Vermont

If you are looking for a heartwarming, steam-filled contemporary romance saga with a strong focus on family bonds, Marie Force’s Green Mountain series and its direct continuation, the Butler, Vermont series, are the perfect escape. Set in the fictional, idyllic town of Butler, Vermont, these books follow the romantic journeys of the Abbott family, their cousins, and their friends, all under the watchful, humorous eye of the town's resident moose, Fred.

To fully experience the town's evolution, the growing family tree, and the recurring inside jokes, reading the books in their proper order is highly recommended. Below is the complete guide to navigating the Green Mountain and Butler, Vermont series.

Recommended Reading Order: Green Mountain & Butler, Vermont

Because the Butler, Vermont series picks up exactly where the Green Mountain series leaves off, they are best read as one giant, continuous family saga. The list below combines both series in their recommended chronological and publication order, including the essential novellas.

The Green Mountain Series (Books 1–8)

The original series focuses on the Abbott siblings, who run the Green Mountain Country Store. Note that many of these books were published with alternate titles in different regions (most notably in the UK and international markets), which are listed below.

  • All You Need Is Love (2014) – Will Abbott and Cameron Murphy. Also published as Your Love Is All I Need. Will and Cameron's chance meeting begins the saga when Cameron's car collides with Fred the Moose.
  • To Know Her Is to Love Her (2014) – Book 1.5. This short story checks in on Will and Cameron as they navigate their new relationship and life in Butler.
  • I Want to Hold Your Hand (2014) – Book 2. Nolan Guthrie and Hannah Abbott Guthrie. Also published as Let Me Hold Your Hand. Follows Hannah as she heals and finds love again after the loss of her first husband.
  • I Saw Her Standing There (2014) – Book 3. Colton Abbott and Lucy Carey. Also published as I Saw You Standing There. A steamy romance between the rugged Abbott brother and a woman escaping her past.
  • And I Love Her (2015) – Book 4. Hunter Abbott and Megan Kane. Also published as And I Love You. Hunter has pined for Megan for years, and this book finally brings them together.
  • You'll Be Mine (2015) – Novella 4.5. The long-awaited wedding of Will Abbott and Cameron Murphy, which also introduces secondary characters who find love later.
  • It's Only Love (2015) – Book 5. Gavin Abbott and Ella Filmore. Also published as It's Love, Only Love. Focuses on the family's youngest brother and a newcomer trying to rebuild her life.
  • Ain't She Sweet (2016) – Book 6. Tyler Westcott and Charlotte "Charley" Abbott. This book wraps up the primary Green Mountain run, setting up the transition to the Coleman cousins.

The Butler, Vermont Series (Books 9–17)

Marie Force transitioned the series to indie publishing under the Butler, Vermont banner. This series continues the chronological storyline of the town, transitioning focus to the Coleman cousins, Murphy siblings, and other close friends, while the original Abbott clan remains central to the background plot.

  • Every Little Thing (2017) – Book 9. Grayson Coleman and Emma Murphy. Grayson is the first of the Coleman cousins to find his match in Emma, Cameron's sister.
  • Can't Buy Me Love (2017) – Book 10. Patrick Murphy and Mary Larkin. Centered on Cameron's father, Patrick, and Mary Larkin, a beloved employee at the country store.
  • Here Comes the Sun (2018) – Book 11. Wade Abbott and Mia Simpson. Wade, a cousin to the main Abbott siblings, finds love with the mysterious Mia.
  • Till There Was You (2019) – Book 12. Lucas Abbott and Danielle Ryan. Follows Lucas as he falls for his brother's sister-in-law.
  • All My Loving (2020) – Book 13. Landon Abbott and Amanda Dutton. A heartwarming story of second chances and small-town healing.
  • Let It Be (2020) – Book 14. Lincoln Abbott and Molly Donaldson. Lincoln finds his path with Molly in a story full of emotional depth.
  • Come Together (2021) – Book 15. Noah Shepard and Brianna Coleman. Noah and Brianna's story brings new dynamics to the ever-expanding town circle.
  • Here, There and Everywhere (2022) – Book 16. Cabot Coleman and Izzy O'Donnell. The penultimate book in the series, detailing Cabot's romance with Izzy.
  • The Long and Winding Road (2023) – Book 17. Max Abbott and Lexi. The final book in the Butler, Vermont series, wrapping up the long-running family and community arcs in a satisfying conclusion.

Chronological vs. Publication Order

For the Green Mountain and Butler, Vermont series, the chronological order is identical to the publication order. The two novellas, To Know Her Is to Love Her (Book 1.5) and You'll Be Mine (Book 4.5), were published between their respective novels and should be read exactly where they fall numerically. Reading out of order will expose you to significant spoilers regarding which couples end up together, who gets married, and how the family-run Green Mountain Country Store evolves over time.

What to Know Before You Start

Marie Force’s Vermont universe is characterized by a few unique traits that readers should keep in mind before diving in:

  • The Beatles Connection: Almost every book in both series is named after a classic song by The Beatles, reflecting the lighthearted, classic, and emotional tones of the romances.
  • Alternate Titles: Because the original Green Mountain books were distributed by Berkley in North America and under different terms internationally, you may run into different titles for the same book (e.g., Your Love Is All I Need vs. All You Need Is Love). Refer to the list above to ensure you do not accidentally purchase the same book twice!
  • Fred the Moose: Fred is Butler's resident moose and unofficial mascot. He makes frequent appearances throughout both series, often causing traffic delays, showing up at weddings, or having humorous interactions with the characters. He is a beloved staple of the fandom.
  • Steamy and Sweet: The series balances high emotional depth, family dramas, and small-town sweetness with highly explicit, steamy romance scenes. It is perfect for fans of contemporary romance who enjoy both heart and heat.

Start Here: The Best Entry Points

The absolute best place to start is All You Need Is Love (Book 1). Starting here introduces you to the Abbott family patriarchs, the layout of Butler, the significance of the country store, and the hilarious introduction of Fred the Moose. Because the characters reappear in subsequent books as married couples, parents, and supportive siblings, starting anywhere else will diminish the emotional payoff of the series' overarching family progression.

Frequently Asked

QWhat is the difference between the Green Mountain and Butler, Vermont series?

The Butler, Vermont series is a direct indie-published continuation of the traditionally-published Green Mountain series, focusing on the same town, the extended Abbott family, and their Coleman and Murphy relatives.

QDo I have to read the Green Mountain series before Butler, Vermont?

Yes, it is highly recommended. Reading them in order helps you understand the overlapping character dynamics, town developments, and ongoing family storylines.

QAre there novellas in the series, and are they necessary?

There are two primary novellas: To Know Her Is to Love Her (Book 1.5) and You'll Be Mine (Book 4.5). Both focus on the primary couple Will and Cameron and add heartwarming context to the overall story, making them highly recommended additions.

QWhy do some of the books have alternate titles?

The first book, All You Need Is Love, was published under the title Your Love Is All I Need in the UK and international markets, with similar slight title shifts for other early entries in the series.

QIs the Green Mountain / Butler, Vermont series complete?

Yes, the series is completed with the publication of the ninth Butler, Vermont book (seventeenth overall), The Long and Winding Road, in 2023.