Mary Alice Monroe Books in Order
Mary Alice Monroe is a New York Times bestselling author, renowned for her captivating novels that often explore the intersection of nature and human nature. Her 23 novels, including the Beach House series, have sold over 7.5 million copies worldwide, cementing her status as a literary force. Monroe's accolades include induction into the South Carolina Academy of Authors' Hall of Fame, the Southwest Florida Author of Distinction Award, and the Southern Book Prize for Fiction. Her novel The Beach House was adapted into a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, further solidifying her impact on popular culture. Monroe's writing is deeply informed by her conservation efforts, which involve extensive research, volunteering, and hands-on experiences with species such as bottlenose dolphins, monarch butterflies, and loggerhead sea turtles. She serves on the boards of the South Carolina Aquarium, The Leatherback Trust, and the Pat Conroy Literary Center, reflecting her commitment to environmental stewardship and literary excellence.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Mary Alice Monroe
- #1AmazonTurtle Summer: A Journal for My Daughter(2007)
- #1AmazonA Butterfly Called Hope(2013)
- #1AmazonThe Long Road Home(1995)
- #2AmazonGirl in the Mirror(1998)
- #3AmazonThe Book Club(1999)
- #4AmazonOne Summer's Night (As: Mary Alice Kruesi)(2000)
- #5AmazonThe Four Seasons(2001)
- #6AmazonSkyward(2003)
- #7AmazonSweetgrass(2005)
- #8AmazonThe Secrets We Keep(2005)
- #9AmazonTime is a River(2008)
- #10AmazonLast Light Over Carolina(2009)
- #11AmazonThe Butterfly's Daughter(2011)
- #12AmazonSecond Star to the Right (As: Mary Alice Kruesi)(2013)
- #13AmazonThe Summer Guests(2019)
- #14AmazonWhere the Rivers Merge(2025)
About Mary Alice Monroe
Mary Alice Monroe is a New York Times bestselling author, renowned for her captivating novels that often explore the intersection of nature and human nature. Her 23 novels, including the Beach House series, have sold over 7.5 million copies worldwide, cementing her status as a literary force. Monroe's accolades include induction into the South Carolina Academy of Authors' Hall of Fame, the Southwest Florida Author of Distinction Award, and the Southern Book Prize for Fiction. Her novel The Beach House was adapted into a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, further solidifying her impact on popular culture. Monroe's writing is deeply informed by her conservation efforts, which involve extensive research, volunteering, and hands-on experiences with species such as bottlenose dolphins, monarch butterflies, and loggerhead sea turtles. She serves on the boards of the South Carolina Aquarium, The Leatherback Trust, and the Pat Conroy Literary Center, reflecting her commitment to environmental stewardship and literary excellence.
Reader Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
Be the first to leave a review!

