Carol Goodman Books in Order
Carol Goodman is a critically acclaimed author known for her enthralling novels that blend elements of mystery, suspense, and historical fiction. Her notable works include The Lake of Dead Languages, The Seduction of Water, which earned her the Hammett Prize, and The Widow's House, a Mary Higgins Clark Award winner. Alongside her husband Lee Slonimsky, Goodman co-authored the Watchtower fantasy trilogy, captivating readers with its rich world-building and intricate storytelling. Her writing has been featured in esteemed journals such as The Greensboro Review, Literal Latte, and The Midwest Quarterly. A Vassar College graduate with a background in Latin, Goodman draws upon her classical knowledge to craft immersive narratives. She currently teaches literature and writing at The New School and SUNY New Paltz, where she shares her expertise with aspiring writers.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Carol Goodman
- #1AmazonThe Lake of Dead Languages(2002)
- #2AmazonThe Seduction of Water(2003)
- #3AmazonThe Drowning Tree(2004)
- #4AmazonThe Ghost Orchid(2006)
- #5AmazonThe Sonnet Lover(2007)
- #6AmazonThe Night Villa(2008)
- #7AmazonArcadia Falls(2010)
- #8AmazonRiver Road(2016)
- #9AmazonThe Widow's House(2017)
- #10AmazonThe Metropolitans(2017)
- #11AmazonThe Other Mother(2018)
- #12AmazonThe Night Visitors(2019)
- #13AmazonThe Sea of Lost Girls(2020)
- #14AmazonThe Stranger Behind You(2021)
- #15AmazonThe Disinvited Guest(2022)
- #16AmazonThe Bones of the Story(2023)
- #17AmazonReturn to Wyldcliffe Heights(2024)
- #18AmazonWriters and Liars(2025)
About Carol Goodman
Carol Goodman is a critically acclaimed author known for her enthralling novels that blend elements of mystery, suspense, and historical fiction. Her notable works include The Lake of Dead Languages, The Seduction of Water, which earned her the Hammett Prize, and The Widow's House, a Mary Higgins Clark Award winner. Alongside her husband Lee Slonimsky, Goodman co-authored the Watchtower fantasy trilogy, captivating readers with its rich world-building and intricate storytelling. Her writing has been featured in esteemed journals such as The Greensboro Review, Literal Latte, and The Midwest Quarterly. A Vassar College graduate with a background in Latin, Goodman draws upon her classical knowledge to craft immersive narratives. She currently teaches literature and writing at The New School and SUNY New Paltz, where she shares her expertise with aspiring writers.
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