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Trace Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Trace books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Trace series? Start with "Trace" (1983) and follow publication order through all 7 books.
The complete Trace reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Trace
1983
And 47 Miles of Rope
1984
When Elephants Forget
1984
Pigs Get Fat
1985
Once a Mutt
1985
Too Old a Cat
1986
Getting Up with Fleas
1987
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