Debbie De Louise Books in Order

Where to Start with Debbie De Louise

For readers diving into the cozy, pet-filled worlds of Debbie De Louise, the best place to start is the beginning of her signature series, the Cobble Cove Mysteries, starting with A Stone's Throw. Alternatively, if you prefer a series focused on pet rescue and animal care, you can begin with the Buttercup Bend Mysteries, starting with The Case of the Cat Crazy Lady. While the books in both series feature standalone mysteries, the personal relationships, marriages, and characters evolve chronologically, making a sequential reading path highly recommended.

The Cobble Cove Mystery Series

Set in a fictional, charming town in upstate New York, this series centers on Alicia Fairmont (later Alicia McKinney), a librarian who relocates to Cobble Cove only to find herself entangled in local secrets, murders, and romance. Alongside her is Sneaky, the adorable library cat who always has a nose for clues. The core novels should be read in their order of release:

1. A Stone's Throw (2015) - Alicia arrives in Cobble Cove to investigate her late husband's mysterious background and lands a job at the local library, meeting Sneaky the cat.
2. Between a Rock and a Hard Place (2016) - Alicia tries to settle into her new life, but a new murder and family secrets threaten her new-found peace.
3. Written in Stone (2017) - Alicia and her new husband John McKinney face danger when a publisher's death brings historical mysteries to the surface.
4. Love on the Rocks (2018) - Alicia and John's wedding plans are disrupted by a mysterious package and a series of crimes that hit close to home.
5. No Gravestone Unturned (2020) - The town librarian must solve a mystery involving historical graves and local town politics.
6. Rock a Bye Bye Baby (2025) - Alicia and John find an abandoned baby on their doorstep, leading to a complex search for the parents and a connection to a local murder.

The Cobble Cove Companion Stories & Novellas

Beyond the core novels, Debbie De Louise has written several short stories and novellas featuring the same characters. They can be read as fun holiday additions or side mysteries:

• Sneaky's Christmas Mystery (2019) - A festive novella highlighting the investigative skills of the library cat.
• Sneaky's Summer Mystery (2020) - A short story centering on a murder at the library during a hot summer heatwave when the air conditioning breaks. (Note: Some online databases list this as Book 5, but the author officially designates No Gravestone Unturned as the fifth core novel).
• Kittykai's Easter Mystery - A spring-themed short story featuring Sneaky's feline companion, Kittykai.
• Sneaky's Supernatural Mystery and Other Cobble Cove Stories (2021) - A handy print and digital collection that compiles the author's Cobble Cove short stories in one place.

The Buttercup Bend Mysteries

For readers who want animal-centric mysteries with an emphasis on pet welfare, the Buttercup Bend series is a perfect fit. It follows Cathy Carter (later Cathy Jefferson), the co-owner of a pet rescue center and pet cemetery in the quiet town of Buttercup Bend. The recommended reading order is:

1. The Case of the Cat Crazy Lady (2022) - Cathy is drawn into a mystery involving a local woman known for hoarding cats who is found dead.
2. The Case of the Parrot Loving Professor (2022) - When a local college professor is killed, Cathy must investigate the crime with the help of the victim's talkative pet parrot.
3. The Case of the Llama Raising Librarian (2023) - The murder of a town librarian leads Cathy to investigate a suspect who raises llamas.
4. The Case of the Whale Watching Wedding Planner (2024) - A coastal wedding takes a dark turn when a wedding planner is murdered, requiring Cathy to investigate during what should have been a relaxing trip.
5. The Case of the Reptile Rescuing Receptionist (2025) - Cathy's honeymoon is interrupted when a former resort worker is found dead from what appears to be venomous snake bites.
6. The Case of the Bullfighting Builder (2026) - As Cathy and her husband build their dream home, the builder is found dead on site, forcing Cathy to dig into family secrets.

Soup the Supernatural Kitten Mysteries

In 2025, Debbie De Louise introduced a brand-new cozy series that blends paranormal elements with feline detection. This series focuses on Rose Fairchild, a widow who moves to South Carolina for a fresh start, only to be guided by a ghostly, talkative ginger kitten named Soup to solve local crimes.

• Murder at Meadows Lake Clubhouse (2025) - The debut book where Rose and her supernatural companion Soup investigate a murder in their new community.

Debbie De Louise's Standalone Novels

If you want a break from long-running series, De Louise has written several standalone mysteries and thrillers that showcase her range as a writer:

• Cloudy Rainbow (2018) - A paranormal romance inspired by the loss of the author's real-life cat, Floppy.
• Reason to Die (2018) - A suspense thriller about a woman running from a dangerous past.
• Murder at Lavender Lake Library (2018) - A library-centric mystery novel that stands separate from the Cobble Cove universe.
• Sea Scope (2019) - An award-winning psychological thriller that blends secrets, memory, and suspense at a beachside retreat.
• Memory Makers (2020) - A thriller exploring the dark sides of memory and identity.