Vicki Delany Books in Order (Complete Reading Guide)

The best way to read Vicki Delany is by series and publication order. She is a prolific Canadian mystery author, writing under her own name and as Eva Gates. Delany is known for her cozy mysteries as well as traditional crime fiction, spanning multiple beloved series. Below, you’ll find all her reading orders explained, complete book lists, and FAQs.

Publication Order

Vicki Delany writes several ongoing and completed series. Here is the complete publication order.

Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries

Gemma Doyle, owner of a Sherlock Holmes-themed bookshop on Cape Cod, finds herself solving crimes with her sharp wit and deductive flair.

1. Elementary, She Read (2017)
2. Body on Baker Street (2017)
3. The Cat of the Baskervilles (2018)
4. A Scandal in Scarlet (2018)
5. There’s a Murder Afoot (2020)
6. A Curious Incident (2021)
7. A Three Book Problem (2022)
8. The Game is a Footnote (2023)
9. The Sign of Four Spirits (2024)

Year-Round Christmas Mysteries

Set in Rudolph, New York, where it’s Christmas every day, this series follows shop owner Merry Wilkinson as she juggles holiday spirit and murder investigations.

1. Rest Ye Murdered Gentlemen (2015)
2. We Wish You a Murderous Christmas (2016)
3. Hark the Herald Angels Slay (2017)
4. Silent Night, Deadly Night (2018)
5. Dying in a Winter Wonderland (2023)

Tea by the Sea Mysteries

Lily Roberts runs a tearoom on Cape Cod with her grandmother, but her peaceful life often stirs up deadly secrets.

1. Tea & Treachery (2020)
2. Murder in a Teacup (2021)
3. Steeped in Malice (2023)
4. Murder in a Cape Cottage (2024)

Lighthouse Library Mysteries (as Eva Gates)

Published under her pen name, Eva Gates, this series stars librarian Lucy Richardson at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library.

Constable Molly Smith Mysteries

Set in British Columbia, this police procedural series follows young Constable Molly Smith and seasoned Sergeant Winters as they solve crimes in a small mountain town.

1. In the Shadow of the Glacier (2007)
2. Valley of the Lost (2009)
3. Winter of Secrets (2009)
4. Negative Image (2010)
5. Among the Departed (2011)
6. A Cold White Sun (2013)
7. Under Cold Stone (2014)
8. Unreasonable Doubt (2016)

Klondike Mysteries

A historical mystery series set during the Klondike Gold Rush, blending frontier grit with whodunits.

1. Gold Digger (2009)
2. Gold Fever (2010)
3. Gold Mountain (2012)

Ashley Grant Mysteries

A short series featuring paramedic Ashley Grant in Newfoundland.

1. Whiteout (2012)
2. Blue Lightning (2013)

Standalone Novels

Vicki Delany has also written several standalone thrillers and mystery novels, including:

• Scare the Light Away (2005)
• Burden of Memory (2006)
• More than Sorrow (2012)

Chronological Order

For Vicki Delany’s work, the chronological order is the same as publication order in most cases. Her series progress naturally with no prequels or time jumps. The only exception is her historical Klondike Mysteries, which take place in the late 19th century and can be read independently without affecting continuity.

Recommended Reading Order

When deciding how to read Vicki Delany’s books, it helps to consider the type of mystery you enjoy:

• If you love cozy mysteries, start with the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries or the Year-Round Christmas Mysteries.
• If you want bookish cozies, try the Lighthouse Library Mysteries (written as Eva Gates).
• For a more traditional crime fiction experience, the Constable Molly Smith Mysteries are ideal.
• If you enjoy historical mysteries, the Klondike Mysteries offer a fascinating gold-rush backdrop.

Within each series, publication order is recommended to follow character development and ongoing relationships.

Complete Book Series List

Here’s a complete checklist of Vicki Delany’s works:

• Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries (9 books, 2017–2024; ongoing)
• Year-Round Christmas Mysteries (5 books, 2015–2023; ongoing)
• Tea by the Sea Mysteries (4 books, 2020–2024; ongoing)
• Lighthouse Library Mysteries (as Eva Gates) (11+ books, 2015–2024; ongoing)
• Constable Molly Smith Mysteries (8 books, 2007–2016; complete)
• Klondike Mysteries (3 books, 2009–2012; complete)
• Ashley Grant Mysteries (2 books, 2012–2013; complete)
• Standalone novels (3 titles, 2005–2012)

Upcoming and Latest Release

The latest release is The Sign of Four Spirits (2024) in the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries and Murder in a Cape Cottage (2024) in the Tea by the Sea Mysteries. Both series remain active, and Vicki Delany continues to publish new cozies yearly.

FAQs

Here are some common questions and answers about Vicki Delany books in order.

How many books has Vicki Delany written?
She has published more than 40 books across multiple series and standalones.

Is Vicki Delany still writing?
Yes, she continues to release new cozies annually.

What is her most popular series?
The Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries and Lighthouse Library Mysteries (as Eva Gates) are her most widely read.

Do you need to read her books in order?
Yes, within each series it’s best to read in publication order, though most cozies can be enjoyed as standalones.

What genres does Vicki Delany write?
She writes cozy mysteries, traditional police procedurals, historical mysteries, and standalone thrillers.

Related Series You May Like

Fans of Vicki Delany often enjoy similar cozy mystery authors such as Jenn McKinlay, Kate Carlisle, Krista Davis, and Carlene O’Connor. If you love bookshops, small towns, and holiday-themed whodunits, these series will also appeal to you.

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