Adele Abbott Books in Order

Where to Start Reading Adele Abbott

If you are new to Adele Abbott's whimsical world of cozy mysteries, the absolute best place to start is with the Witch P.I. Mystery series, beginning with the very first book, Witch Is When It All Began (2015). This flagship series contains the vast majority of her writing and introduces readers to her signature blend of British humor, lighthearted supernatural elements, and quirky characters.

While Abbott has penned other cozy mystery and rom-com series, they are separate from the Witch P.I. universe. Readers can easily enjoy her other series after diving into the adventures of Jill Gooder, or read them as standalones when they want a break from paranormal sleuthing.

Witch P.I. Mystery Series Reading Order

The Witch P.I. Mystery series follows Jill Gooder (frequently written as "Jill Good" in various online databases), a British private investigator who discovers she is a witch. Alongside her one-eyed, snarky talking cat Winky, Grandma, and a cast of eccentric supporting characters, Jill solves mysteries in both the human world and the magical town of Candlefield.

Because Jill's magical skills, relationships, and overarching life story progress from one book to the next, it is highly recommended to read this series in strict publication order. The series consists of the following titles:

1. Witch Is When It All Began (2015)
2. Witch Is When Life Got Complicated (2015)
3. Witch Is When Everything Went Crazy (2015)
4. Witch Is When Things Fell Apart (2015)
5. Witch is When The Bubble Burst (2015)
6. Witch Is When The Penny Dropped (2015)
7. We Witch You a Merry Christmas (2015) - A festive holiday special
8. Witch Is When The Floodgates Opened (2016)
9. Witch Is When The Hammer Fell (2016)
10. Witch Is When My Heart Broke (2016)
11. Witch is When I Said Goodbye (2016)
12. Witch Is When Stuff Got Serious (2016)
13. Witch Is When All Was Revealed (2016)
14. Witch Is Why Time Stood Still (2016)
15. Witch Is Why the Laughter Stopped (2016)
16. Witch Is Why Another Door Opened (2016)
17. Witch Is Why Two Became One (2017)
18. Witch Is Why The Moon Disappeared (2017)
19. Witch Is Why The Wolf Howled (2017)
20. Witch Is Why The Music Stopped (2017)
21. Witch Is Why The Owl Returned (2017)
22. Witch Is Why A Pin Dropped (2017)
23. Witch Is Why The Search Began (2017)
24. Witch Is Why Promises Were Broken (2017)
25. Witch Is Why It Was Over (2018)
26. Witch is How Things Had Changed (2018)
27. Witch Is How Berries Tasted Good (2018)
28. Witch Is How The Mirror Lied (2018)
29. Witch is How The Tables Turned (2018)
30. Witch is How The Drought Ended (2019)
31. Witch is How The Dice Fell (2019)
32. Witch Is How The Biscuits Disappeared (2019)
33. Witch Is How Dreams Became Reality (2019)
34. Witch is How Bells Were Saved (2019)
35. Witch Is How To Fool Cats (2019)
36. Witch is How To Lose Big (2020)
37. Witch is How Life Changed Forever (2020)
38. Witch Is Where Magic Lives Now (2020)
39. Witch Is Where Clowns Go To Die (2020)
40. Witch Is Where Squirrels Go Nuts (2021)
41. Witch Is Where Rainbows End (2021)
42. Witch Is Where Unicorns Cry (2021)
43. Witch Is Where The Lights Went Out (2022)
44. Witch Is Where Fairies Wing It (2022)
45. Witch Is Where Roses Bloom Early (2022)
46. Witch Is Where Decisions Are Made (2023)
47. Witch Is Where Gnomes Rule (2023)
48. Witch Is Where Cats Always Win (2023)
49. Witch Is Where Chickens Go To Roost (2024)
50. Witch Is The Nest Now Empty (2024)
51. Witch Is The Hardest Pill To Swallow (2025)
52. Witch Is The Joke No One Got (2025)
53. Witch Is The Lamest Excuse Ever (2026)
54. Witch Is The Enemy Of Magic (2026)
55. Witch Is The Lie That Killed (2027)

Susan Hall Mystery Series Reading Order

For readers who enjoy a classic cozy mystery without the supernatural spells, the Susan Hall Mystery series (often styled as Susan Hall Investigates) is a perfect next step. The series revolves around the comedic mishaps and mystery solving of Susan Hall and her flatmate. It spans four books, which should be read in order:

1. Whoops! Our New Flatmate Is a Human (2016)
2. Whoops! All The Money Went Missing (2017)
3. Whoops! Someone Is On Our Case (2017)
4. Whoops! We're In Big Trouble Now (2018)

Falling For My Boss Series Reading Order

Abbott has also explored the contemporary romance genre under her own name, writing "closed-door" office romantic comedies. The Falling For My Boss series captures this transition with humorous plotlines where independent female leads find themselves unexpectedly falling for their employers. These are best read in order:

1. The Not-A-Date (2021)
2. Pushing All My Buttons (2022)

Note: Abbott's other office romance novel, So Not The One (2022), operates as a standalone enemies-to-lovers story rather than a direct installment in the Falling For My Boss series, though it shares a similar workplace setting and lighthearted tone.

Kat Royle Series

For a slightly sharper edge to her mysteries, Abbott introduced Kat Royle, a streetwise, sassy private investigator who takes over a detective agency after her boss is murdered. Unlike the paranormal-focused Jill Gooder, Kat uses logic, street smarts, and the help of a young former hacker named Zero to crack cases. Currently, this series consists of one novel:

• Murder On Account (2019)

What to Know Before You Start

Adele Abbott's books are designed as quick, cozy reads, emphasizing humor, banter, and colorful personalities over gritty crime details or highly complex mystery plotting. Her primary series, Witch P.I., moves at a rapid pace with multiple releases a year. If you prefer deep lore and dark, atmospheric fantasy, these books might feel light, but they are highly celebrated by fans of cozy paranormal mysteries for their sitcom-style comfort. The talking cat, Winky, is a major highlight of the series and often steals the spotlight with his sassy attitude and demands for custard creams.