How to Read the Tiffany Black Mysteries
For the best reading experience, it is highly recommended to follow the Tiffany Black Mysteries in publication order. The main series begins with Innocent in Las Vegas (published in 2013) and follows Tiffany Black as she balances her job as a casino blackjack dealer with her growing aspirations to become a private investigator. Reading in publication order allows you to watch the natural development of Tiffany's detective skills, her evolving relationship with her mysterious bodyguard Stone, and the ongoing comedic antics of her poker-hustling grandmother, Nanna.
Tiffany Black Mysteries in Publication Order
The main series consists of 37 novels written by A.R. Winters. Below is the complete list in order of their release:
- Innocent in Las Vegas (2013)
- Green Eyes in Las Vegas (2014)
- Red Roses in Las Vegas (2014)
- Lost Kitten in Las Vegas (2016)
- Reality Check in Las Vegas (2016)
- Deadly Disco in Las Vegas (2016)
- Pesky Politicians in Las Vegas (2016)
- A Perfect Murder in Las Vegas (2017)
- Furniture Fatality in Las Vegas (2017)
- High Stakes and Hazelnut Cupcakes in Las Vegas (2017)
- Dancing With Danger in Las Vegas (2017)
- Zombie Cash Run in Las Vegas (2017)
- Lucky Charm in Las Vegas (2017)
- Jackpots and Jealousies in Las Vegas (2018)
- Spa Retreats and Secrets in Las Vegas (2018)
- Lounge Singers And Liars In Las Vegas (2018)
- Deceptions and Decisions in Las Vegas (2018)
- Snapshots and Suspicions in Las Vegas (2018)
- Pride and Prejudice in Las Vegas (2018)
- Just Deserts in Las Vegas (2018)
- Dinners and Disasters in Las Vegas (2019)
- Art and Apprehension in Las Vegas (2019)
- Masks and Malice in Las Vegas (2019)
- Reunions and Revelations in Las Vegas (2019)
- Book Clubs and Bad Behavior in Las Vegas (2019)
- Pranks and Perplexities in Las Vegas (2020)
- Dubious Disappearances in Las Vegas (2020)
- High Rollers and Heartbreak in Las Vegas (2020)
- Graduates and Grumpies in Las Vegas (2020)
- Hatters and Haters in Las Vegas (2021)
- Cookie Club Killers in Las Vegas (2021)
- Grand Openings and Greed in Las Vegas (2021)
- Gamers and Guilt in Las Vegas (2021)
- Cruise Comedians In Las Vegas (2021)
- Wedding Bells and Whimsies in Las Vegas (2022)
- Spies and Stalkers in Las Vegas (2022)
- Diamonds and Departures in Las Vegas (2022)
Chronological Order and Continuity Caveats
The chronological order of the main series matches its publication order exactly. However, because these are classic cozy mysteries, the plot of each book is self-contained. The primary overarching element is character continuity—namely, Tiffany's slow transition from casino employee to professional sleuth, and the shifting dynamics of her inner circle. If you read the books out of order, you will still easily follow the central mystery of each installment, though character relationships and recurring jokes (like Nanna's casino escapes) will make the most sense if read sequentially.
The Tiffany Black Spin-offs & Expanded Universe
If you cannot get enough of Tiffany Black, A.R. Winters has expanded the universe with two distinct, highly popular spin-off series. These series run alongside the main line and can be read independently or woven in after you finish the main books:
Tiffany Black Cases
This spin-off features shorter, bite-sized cozy mysteries. They typically focus on quick cases inside Las Vegas. Starting with The Case of the Missing Photographer in Las Vegas, this series has expanded to include dozens of rapid-fire cases where Tiffany tackles odd jobs and quick investigations.
Tiffany Black Travel Mysteries
In this spin-off, Tiffany gets out of Las Vegas. Accompanied by her sister Rosie and her bodyguard Stone, Tiffany travels to various holiday and vacation destinations, only for murder to follow. Notable entries include Family Feuds and Fatalities (Book 1) and Holidays, History and Homicide (Book 2).
What to Know Before You Start
The Tiffany Black Mysteries are lighthearted, clean cozy mysteries. This means readers can expect zero graphic violence, minimal profanity, and no explicit content. Instead, the focus is on humorous dialogue, quirky family interactions, a heavy dose of Vegas culture, and Tiffany's love of sweet treats (especially cupcakes). Key figures who appear throughout the series include Stone, a former Special Forces soldier who acts as Tiffany's bodyguard and romantic interest, and Nanna, Tiffany's mischievous, poker-playing grandmother who regularly threatens to steal the spotlight.