Sister Mary Helen Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Sister Mary Helen books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
A Novena for Murder
Buy on Amazon1984
Advent of Dying
Buy on Amazon1986
The Missing Madonna
Buy on Amazon1988
Murder in Ordinary Time
Buy on Amazon1991
Murder Makes a Pilgrimage
Buy on Amazon1993
Death Goes on Retreat
Buy on Amazon1995
Death of an Angel
Buy on Amazon1996
Death Takes Up a Collection
Buy on Amazon1998
Requiem at the Refuge
Buy on Amazon2000
The Corporal Works of Murder
Buy on Amazon2002
Murder at the Monks' Table
Buy on Amazon2006
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Sister Mary Helen series is publication order: 1. A Novena for Murder (1984), 2. Advent of Dying (1986), 3. The Missing Madonna (1988), 4. Murder in Ordinary Time (1991), 5. Murder Makes a Pilgrimage (1993), and 6 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Sister Mary Helen series by Carol Ann O’Marie contains 11 books. The series began in 1984 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Sister Mary Helen series is written by Carol Ann O’Marie. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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