Made in Savannah Books in Order

How to Read the Made in Savannah Series

For the best reading experience, you should follow the publication order of the Made in Savannah series. Because the overarching narrative centers on the Garlucci family's personal growth, recurring characters, and their ongoing struggle to leave their mafia past behind, reading the books sequentially is highly recommended. The chronological timeline matches the publication order exactly, making it straightforward to follow.

The series begins with Carlita Garlucci, a widowed former mob wife, who takes her daughter Mercedes and moves from New York City to Savannah, Georgia. There, they inherit a historic property and try to start anew, only to find that secrets, local mysteries, and shadows from their past are never far behind.

Made in Savannah Books in Publication Order

Here is the complete chronological list of the Made in Savannah cozy mystery novels by Hope Callaghan, including the latest releases:

1. Key to Savannah (2016) – Carlita inherits a historic home in Savannah and discovers a mysterious key that starts their new life.
2. Road to Savannah (2016) – The Garluccis begin renovations, but the discovery of a dead body on the property threatens their fresh start.
3. Justice in Savannah (2016) – Carlita and Mercedes get caught in a web of local suspicion as they try to clear a friend's name.
4. Swag in Savannah (2016) – Opening their new shop brings plenty of Southern charm, but also a mystery involving stolen goods.
5. Trouble in Savannah (2017) – A local event is disrupted when trouble follows the family to a historic Savannah landmark.
6. Missing in Savannah (2017) – Carlita searches for a missing tenant whose disappearance links back to New York mob figures.
7. Setup in Savannah (2017) – The Garlucci family faces a frame-up that threatens to ruin their hard-won reputation.
8. Merry Masquerade in Savannah (2017) – A festive holiday party takes a dark turn, forcing Carlita to investigate.
9. The Family Affair in Savannah (2018) – Family drama and secrets collision when old acquaintances visit from New York.
10. Pirates in Peril (2018) – Savannah's coastal lore comes alive when a mystery involving local history and modern crime unfolds.
11. Matrimony & Mayhem (2018) – Wedding bells are ringing, but chaotic events threaten to ruin the big day.
12. Swiped in Savannah (2019) – A high-profile theft at a local gallery draws the family into another amateur investigation.
13. Turmoil in Savannah (2019) – Local community disputes escalate into a full-blown mystery for the Garluccis to solve.
14. Exes and Woes (2020) – Past relationships bring new problems and unexpected puzzles to Savannah.
15. Christmas Family Style (2020) – A cozy holiday-themed mystery filled with family gatherings and seasonal sleuthing.
16. Family Feud in Savannah (2021) – Rivalries in the neighborhood boil over, and the Garluccis are stuck in the middle.
17. Cruising Family Style (2021) – The family goes on a cruise aboard the Siren of the Seas, leading to a major crossover event.
18. Hotshot in Savannah (2022) – A charming newcomer brings excitement and potential danger to town.
19. Haunting Past in Savannah (2022) – Ghosts of Carlita's past resurface, challenging her peace of mind.
20. Side Hustle in Savannah (2023) – A new business venture leads directly to a complicated local mystery.
21. A Pirate's Wife (2023) – Maritime themes and historical secrets collide in this coastal adventure.
22. Secrets in Savannah (2024) – Long-buried town secrets are unearthed, forcing Carlita to look closely at her neighbors.
23. Shakedown in Savannah (2024) – Extortion and threats target local businesses, and Carlita steps in to assist.
24. Biscuits and Graves (2025) – A Southern-style breakfast cafe becomes the center of a deadly investigation.
25. Bungled Burglaries in Savannah (2025) – A series of amateur break-ins leads to a much larger conspiracy.
26. Takedown in Savannah (2025) – Carlita and Mercedes must act fast when a dangerous figure corners them in their own town.

The Cruise Ship Mysteries Crossover

One of the most exciting milestones in the series is Book 17, Cruising Family Style. This novel is a direct crossover with Hope Callaghan's popular Cruise Ship Cozy Mysteries series. The Garlucci family books a vacation aboard the Siren of the Seas, where they cross paths with the ship's assistant cruise director and resident sleuth, Millie Sanders. If you are a fan of both series, reading the Cruise Ship mysteries up to the release of Cruising Family Style will give you a deeper appreciation of the references, but the book can still be enjoyed as a standalone adventure within the Made in Savannah continuity.

What to Know Before You Start

Hope Callaghan is widely celebrated for writing clean, uplifting, and faith-infused cozy mysteries. The Made in Savannah series stands out because of its unique premise: instead of a typical small-town resident, the protagonist is a former New York mafia wife trying to redeem her life and protect her daughter. This mob-adjacent background adds light suspense and family loyalty themes that differentiate it from other cozy series, while remaining completely clean with no explicit violence or profanity.

As an added bonus for food lovers, Callaghan includes delicious, home-style Southern recipes at the end of each book. The historic district of Savannah, with its beautiful squares, hanging Spanish moss, and local folklore, acts as a vivid backdrop that almost functions as a character itself.