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Julie Hyzy is an award-winning author of cozy mysteries, best known for her White House Chef Mysteries and Manor House Mysteries. The White House Chef series begins with State of the Onion (2008), while the Manor House Mysteries start with Grace Under Pressure (2010). Both series are best read in publication order to follow the evolving storylines, character growth, and interconnected mysteries. Below you’ll find the complete reading order, series lists, and FAQs.
Publication Order – White House Chef Mysteries
This series follows Ollie Paras, the first female executive chef at the White House, who often finds herself serving up gourmet meals alongside political intrigue and high-stakes murder cases.
| # | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | State of the Onion | 2008 |
| 2 | Hail to the Chef | 2008 |
| 3 | Eggsecutive Orders | 2010 |
| 4 | Buffalo West Wing | 2011 |
| 5 | Affairs of Steak | 2012 |
| 6 | Fonduing Fathers | 2012 |
| 7 | Home of the Braised | 2014 |
| 8 | All the President’s Menus | 2015 |
| 9 | Foreign Eclairs | 2016 |
Each book blends culinary delights with political drama, providing a unique twist on cozy mysteries.
Publication Order – Manor House Mysteries
The Manor House Mysteries center on Grace Wheaton, the curator of Marshfield Manor, a historic estate filled with elegance, social events, and—unfortunately—murders.
| # | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grace Under Pressure | 2010 |
| 2 | Grace Interrupted | 2011 |
| 3 | Grace Among Thieves | 2012 |
| 4 | Grace Takes Off | 2013 |
| 5 | Grace Against the Clock | 2013 |
| 6 | Grace Cries Uncle | 2015 |
| 7 | Grace Sees Red | 2016 |
Grace’s mix of sharp wit and determination makes her a fan favorite, as she navigates both high society challenges and small-town mysteries.
Publication Order – Alex St. James Mysteries
Julie Hyzy also penned the Alex St. James Mysteries, featuring a Chicago journalist who uncovers corruption, scandals, and murder while chasing her stories.
| # | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deadly Blessings | 2004 |
| 2 | Deadly Interest | 2005 |
| 3 | Dead Ringer | 2017 |
Though less well-known, this series showcases Hyzy’s versatility in combining suspense with investigative depth.
Chronological Order
For Julie Hyzy’s works, the chronological order matches the publication order across all three series. Events unfold sequentially, with each new book building on prior developments in character relationships and professional growth.
Reading in order ensures you won’t miss references to earlier cases or evolving friendships and rivalries.
Recommended Reading Order
The best reading experience comes from following publication order. Each book contains a standalone mystery, but characters evolve over time. For instance, Ollie’s career progression in the White House Chef series and Grace’s personal development in the Manor House Mysteries are most rewarding when read sequentially.
For fans who want to explore beyond the main series, the Alex St. James Mysteries provide a slightly grittier take and are also best read in order.
Complete Book Series List
Here’s a complete checklist of Julie Hyzy’s works, including her three mystery series:
- White House Chef Mysteries
- State of the Onion (2008)
- Hail to the Chef (2008)
- Eggsecutive Orders (2010)
- Buffalo West Wing (2011)
- Affairs of Steak (2012)
- Fonduing Fathers (2012)
- Home of the Braised (2014)
- All the President’s Menus (2015)
- Foreign Eclairs (2016)
- Manor House Mysteries
- Grace Under Pressure (2010)
- Grace Interrupted (2011)
- Grace Among Thieves (2012)
- Grace Takes Off (2013)
- Grace Against the Clock (2013)
- Grace Cries Uncle (2015)
- Grace Sees Red (2016)
- Alex St. James Mysteries
- Deadly Blessings (2004)
- Deadly Interest (2005)
- Dead Ringer (2017)
Upcoming / Latest Release
Julie Hyzy’s most recent book is Dead Ringer (2017), part of the Alex St. James Mysteries. At present, there have been no announcements of new titles. Fans consider her existing series complete unless she revisits them in the future.
FAQs
Here are some common questions and answers about Julie Hyzy’s books in order.
How many books are in the White House Chef Mysteries?
There are 9 books in total, published between 2008 and 2016.
Is the White House Chef series finished?
Yes, it concluded with Foreign Eclairs in 2016.
How many books are in the Manor House Mysteries?
There are 7 books in the series, published between 2010 and 2016.
What order should I read Julie Hyzy’s books in?
Publication order is recommended for all three series.
Does Julie Hyzy write outside of cozy mysteries?
Her Alex St. James Mysteries lean more toward investigative suspense but still share the cozy mystery appeal.
Related Series
If you enjoyed Julie Hyzy’s cozy mysteries, you may also like:
- Sheila Connolly Books in Order — Irish and orchard-themed cozies.
- Laura Childs Books in Order — tea shop and scrapbooking mystery series.
- Barbara Ross Books in Order — Maine clambake culinary mysteries.
These authors also specialize in culinary and lifestyle-themed cozies with strong amateur sleuth leads.