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

  • #1
    The Beach House(2002)
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  • #2
    Swimming Lessons(2007)
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  • #3
    Beach House Memories(2012)
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  • #4
    Beach House for Rent(2017)
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  • #5
    Beach House Reunion(2018)
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  • #6
    On Ocean Boulevard(2020)
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  • #7
    The Summer of Lost and Found(2021)
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  • #1
    The Summer Girls(2013)
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  • #2
    The Summer Wind(2014)
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  • #3
    The Summer's End(2015)
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  • #4
    A Lowcountry Wedding(2016)
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  • #5
    A Lowcountry Christmas(2016)
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  • #1
    Turtle Summer: A Journal for My Daughter(2007)
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  • #1
    A Butterfly Called Hope(2013)
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  • #1
    The Long Road Home(1995)
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  • #2
    Girl in the Mirror(1998)
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  • #3
    The Book Club(1999)
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  • #4
    One Summer's Night (As: Mary Alice Kruesi)(2000)
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  • #5
    The Four Seasons(2001)
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  • #6
    Skyward(2003)
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  • #7
    Sweetgrass(2005)
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  • #8
    The Secrets We Keep(2005)
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  • #9
    Time is a River(2008)
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  • #10
    Last Light Over Carolina(2009)
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  • #11
    The Butterfly's Daughter(2011)
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  • #12
    Second Star to the Right (As: Mary Alice Kruesi)(2013)
    Amazon
  • #13
    The Summer Guests(2019)
    Amazon
  • #14
    Where the Rivers Merge(2025)
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  • #1
    The Islanders(2021)
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  • #2
    Search for Treasure(2022)
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  • #1
    Writing South Carolina, Volume 3: Selections from the Third High School Writing Contest (With: Aida Rogers,Steven Lynn)(2018)
    Amazon
  • #2
    Reunion Beach: Stories Inspired by Dorothea Benton Frank(2021)
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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.

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