Jill Shalvis Books in Order

Last Updated on May 7, 2025

Jill Shalvis, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, has enchanted readers with over 140 contemporary romance novels and romantic comedies, known for their humor, steamy romance, and small-town charm. Based in Lake Tahoe, California, Shalvis transitioned from journalism and accounting to full-time writing, debuting with Charmed and Dangerous in 1997. Her beloved series, including Lucky Harbor, Animal Magnetism, and Sunrise Cove, feature quirky characters, sexy heroes, and heart-melting happily-ever-afters. With awards like the RITA and three National Readers’ Choice Awards, Shalvis has sold over 20 million books worldwide. This article lists her books in publication order, organized by series and standalone novels, with brief descriptions and guidance for readers.

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Why Read Jill Shalvis’s Books?

Shalvis’s novels blend romance, humor, and emotional depth, set in vibrant small towns like Lucky Harbor, Washington, or Sunrise Cove, California. Her stories feature relatable heroines, swoon-worthy heroes (often firefighters, pilots, or veterinarians), and lovable pets, reflecting her animal-loving nature. While most books are standalones, series like Lucky Harbor and Heartbreaker Bay include connected characters, making publication order ideal for continuity. Each novel delivers a complete story with no cliffhangers, perfect for readers seeking lighthearted escapes with steamy moments and witty banter. Shalvis’s upcoming release, He Falls First (August 2025), promises more of her signature charm.

Below is a complete list of Jill Shalvis’s books in publication order, grouped by series and standalone novels, as of May 6, 2025.

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Jill Shalvis’s Books in Publication Order

Early Standalone Novels (1996–2001)

Shalvis began with standalone romances, some under the pseudonym Jill Sheldon, blending humor and passion. These can be read in any order.

1. Summer of Fire (1996, as Jill Sheldon)
   A romantic suspense novel about a woman caught in a wildfire crisis, finding love amid danger.
2. Time to Trust (1997, as Jill Sheldon)
   A romance about rebuilding trust after betrayal, with a protective hero.
3. Charmed and Dangerous (May 1997)
   Shalvis’s debut under her real name follows a woman entangled in a dangerous yet romantic adventure.
4. Ultimate Surrender (October 1997)
   A fiery romance between a guarded heroine and a persistent hero, set against personal challenges.
5. Revenge is Sweet (1998, as Jill Sheldon)
   A lighthearted romance about a woman seeking payback, only to fall for her target.
6. Forgotten (1998, as Jill Sheldon)
   A woman with amnesia finds love while uncovering her past.
7. Lean on Me (June 1998)
   A heartfelt story of two people overcoming loss to find love.
8. Long-Lost Mom (January 1999)
   A single mom reconnects with her past, sparking a second-chance romance.
9. The Rancher’s Surrender (October 1999)
   First in the Heirs to the Triple M trilogy. Zoe inherits a ranch and clashes with cowboy Mitch, leading to sparks.
10. Hiding Out at the Pancake Palace (October 1999)
    A woman hiding from her past finds refuge—and romance—in a quirky diner.
11. The Street Where She Lives (November 1999)
    Rachel, a cartoonist injured in a hit-and-run, reunites with ex Ben, who suspects foul play. A thrilling romance.
12. The Detective’s Undoing (January 2000)
    Second in Heirs to the Triple M. Detective Cade inherits a ranch and falls for Delia, a woman with secrets.
13. Out of the Blue (October 2000)
    Part of the Wrong Bed series. Hannah shares a bed with a stranger, leading to a steamy, funny romance.
14. The Bachelor’s Bed (January 2001)
    Lani, hired to organize Colin’s chaotic life, sparks an unexpected romance.
15. After the Storm (February 2001)
    A woman stranded in a storm finds shelter—and love—with a rugged hero.
16. Chance Encounter (October 2001)
    Ally, escaping her past, meets T. J., a wilderness guide, in a passionate, adventurous romance.
17. Serving Up Trouble (November 2001)
    A waitress foils a robbery and falls for Sam, the cop investigating her case.

South Village Singles Series (2002–2004)

This series follows three friends in their 20s vowing to stay single, only to fall in love. A fourth book features a new heroine. Read in order for character arcs.

18. Roughing It with Ryan (January 2003)
    Suzanne, swearing off men, meets Ryan, a sexy contractor. Their chemistry challenges her resolve.
19. Tangling with Ty (February 2003)
    Nicole, a workaholic ER doctor, clashes with Ty, a charming architect, sparking a steamy romance.
20. Messing with Mac (March 2003)
    Taylor renovates her building with Mac, a contractor, leading to a battle of wills and hearts.
21. The Street Where She Lives (September 2004)
    Rachel’s story, separate from the trio, involves a dangerous reunion with ex Ben. Sometimes listed as standalone.

Standalone Novels (2002–2006)

These romances, often with adventure or suspense, continue Shalvis’s early style.

22. Naughty but Nice (October 2002)
    Cassie, a reformed bad girl, returns to her hometown and falls for Sheriff Sean.
23. Seduce Me (September 2004)
    Samantha, a caterer, enters a fake engagement with Jack, leading to real feelings.
24. Back in the Bedroom (October 2004)
    Tessa, locked in a mansion with Reilly, a security expert, finds romance amid chaos.
25. Paris or Bust! (March 2005)
    An anthology with Shalvis’s novella about a couple rekindling love in Paris.
26. Free Fall (October 2005)
    Lily, a ski patroller, falls for Logan, a search-and-rescue hero, in a snowy romance.
27. Get a Clue (December 2005)
    Breanne, stranded in a lodge, shares a room with Cooper, a vice-cop. A dead body complicates their fling.
28. Her Sexiest Mistake (July 2006)
    Mia, a career-driven woman, falls for Kevin, her teenage neighbor’s uncle, in a steamy romance.
29. A Prince of a Guy (October 2006)
    Carlyne, hiding her royal identity, poses as a nanny and falls for Sean, a single dad.

American Heroes: The Firefighters Series (2006–2008)

This series features sexy firefighters finding love. Can be read as standalones.

30. White Heat (October 2006)
    Lyndie, a pilot, rescues Brody, a firefighter, in Mexico, sparking a fiery romance.
31. Blue Flame (October 2007)
    Callie, managing a ranch, falls for Jake, a firefighter recovering from injury.
32. Seeing Red (October 2008)
    Summer reconnects with Joe, a firefighter and her high school crush, amid a dangerous investigation.

Sky High Air Series (2007–2008)

Three pilots at a luxury charter airline find love. Read in order for connected characters.

33. Smart and Sexy (March 2007)
    Noah, a pilot, helps Bailey, on the run, leading to adventure and romance.
34. Strong and Sexy (January 2008)
    Shayne, a pilot, protects Dani, who witnesses a crime, in a steamy romance.
35. Superb and Sexy (May 2008)
    Brody, a pilot, reunites with Maddie, his concierge crush, for a dangerous mission.

Pacific Heat Series (2009–2010)

Baseball-themed romances with sports and passion. Can be read independently.

36. Double Play (July 2009)
    Pace, a star pitcher, falls for Holly, a reporter uncovering team secrets.
37. Slow Heat (February 2010)
    Samantha, a publicist, enters a fake relationship with Wade, a baseball player, leading to real love.

Lucky Harbor Series (2010–2015)

Set in a coastal Washington town, this 12-book series follows sisters, friends, and coworkers finding love. Organized in trilogies, it’s best read in order.

38. Simply Irresistible (October 2010)
    Maddie, inheriting an inn, hires Jax, a contractor, and fights her attraction to him.
39. The Sweetest Thing (April 2011)
    Tara, Maddie’s sister, reconnects with Ford, her ex, in a second-chance romance.
40. Head Over Heels (December 2011)
    Chloe, the third sister, falls for Sawyer, a sheriff, despite their opposites-attract dynamic.
41. Heating Up the Kitchen (2011)
    A non-fiction cookbook with Lucky Harbor recipes, not a novel.
42. Lucky in Love (May 2012)
    Mallory, a nurse, has a fling with Ty, a mysterious stranger, that turns serious.
43. At Last (July 2012)
    Amy, a waitress, finds love with Matt, a ranger, while healing from her past.
44. Forever and a Day (August 2012)
    Grace, stranded in Lucky Harbor, falls for Josh, a single-dad doctor.
45. Under the Mistletoe (November 2012, novella)
    Mia and Nick, engaged, face doubts before their wedding in this holiday story.
46. It Had to Be You (June 2013)
    Ali, a florist, teams up with Luke, a detective, to clear her name in a scandal.
47. Always on My Mind (September 2013)
    Leah, a baker, fakes a relationship with Jack, a firefighter, sparking real feelings.
48. Once in a Lifetime (February 2014)
    Aubrey, revamping her bookstore, falls for Ben, a handyman with a tragic past.
49. It’s in His Kiss (August 2014)
    Becca, a musician, finds love with Sam, a boat charter owner.
50. He’s So Fine (September 2014)
    Olivia, hiding her past, falls for Cole, a salvage diver.
51. One in a Million (October 2014)
    Callie, a wedding planner, connects with Tanner, a single dad, over their shared loneliness.

Animal Magnetism Series (2011–2017)

Set in Idaho, this series features animal lovers and sexy heroes. Can be read as standalones but better in order.

52. Animal Magnetism (February 2011)
    Lilah, a kennel owner, softens Brady, a tough pilot, after a car accident sparks their bond.
53. Animal Attraction (October 2011)
    Jade, a vet clinic receptionist, falls for Dell, a veterinarian, despite her plan to leave.
54. Rescue My Heart (April 2012)
    Holly, searching for her dad, reconnects with Adam, a former flame, in the wilderness.
55. Rumor Has It (November 2013)
    Kate, a teacher, pursues Griffin, a soldier, in a playful, steamy romance.
56. Then Came You (July 2014)
    Emily, a vet intern, falls for Wyatt, her boss, despite her no-romance rule.
57. Still the One (April 2015)
    Darcy, recovering from an accident, reconnects with AJ, a physical therapist, in a slow-burn romance.
58. All I Want (October 2015)
    Zoe, a pilot, falls for Parker, a wildlife agent, while he’s undercover in her home.

Wilder Series (2012)

Three brothers run an adventure company in the Sierras. Read in order for continuity.

59. Instant Attraction (October 2012)
    Katie, rebuilding her life, falls for Cam, a former snowboarder, at Wilder Adventures.
60. Instant Gratification (October 2012)
    Emma, a doctor, clashes with Stone, a Wilder brother, in a steamy opposites-attract romance.
61. Instant Temptation (October 2012)
    Harley, a biologist, gives in to her long-time crush on TJ, the third Wilder brother.

Cedar Ridge Series (2015–2016)

Three Kincaid brothers run a Colorado ski resort. Best read in order for family dynamics.

62. Second Chance Summer (June 2015)
    Lily, back in Cedar Ridge, falls for Aidan, a firefighter, despite past heartbreak.
63. My Kind of Wonderful (December 2015)
    Bailey, battling cancer, finds love with Hudson, a ski patroller.
64. Nobody but You (March 2016)
    Sophie, starting over, falls for Jacob, a soldier returning home.

Heartbreaker Bay Series (2016–2019)

Set in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow, this series features a magical fountain granting love. Best read in order.

65. Sweet Little Lies (June 2016)
    Pru, a boat captain, falls for Finn, a pub owner, while hiding a secret.
66. The Trouble with Mistletoe (September 2016)
    Willa, a pet shop owner, reconnects with Keane, her high school crush, at Christmas.
67. One Snowy Night (November 2016, novella)
    Rory and Max, stranded in a blizzard, rekindle old sparks.
68. Accidentally on Purpose (January 2017)
    Elle, a property manager, fights her attraction to Archer, a security expert.
69. Chasing Christmas Eve (September 2017)
    Colbie, a writer, finds love with Spence, a tech genius, during a holiday escape.
70. Holiday Wishes (November 2017, novella)
    Sean, Finn’s brother, reunites with Lotti, his first love, at a Christmas wedding.
71. About That Kiss (January 2018)
    Kylie, a woodworker, teams up with Joe, a PI, to recover a stolen item, sparking romance.
72. Hot Winter Nights (September 2018)
    Molly, an investigator, falls for Lucas, her coworker, during a Christmas case.
73. Playing for Keeps (January 2019)
    Sadie, a tattoo artist, bonds with Caleb, a tech mogul, over a stray dog.
74. Wrapped Up in You (September 2019)
    Ivy, a food truck owner, falls for Kel, a sheriff, despite her trust issues.

Wildstone Series (2017–2022)

Set in Wildstone, California, these standalones are connected by setting, not characters, and blend romance with women’s fiction.

75. Lost and Found Sisters (June 2017)
    Quinn, grieving her sister, discovers family secrets in Wildstone and falls for Mick.
76. The Good Luck Sister (May 2018, novella)
    Tilly, Quinn’s sister, navigates love and art school with Dylan, her childhood friend.
77. Rainy Day Friends (June 2018)
    Lanie, widowed, finds friendship and love with Mark, a single dad, at a winery.
78. The Lemon Sisters (June 2019)
    Brooke and Mindy, estranged sisters, reconnect in Wildstone, with Brooke falling for Garrett.
79. Almost Just Friends (January 2020)
    Piper, raising her siblings, falls for Camden, a Coast Guard officer.
80. The Summer Deal (June 2020)
    Brynn, starting over, navigates a love triangle with Eli and Deck in a beach house.
81. Mistletoe in Paradise (October 2020, novella)
    Hannah and Jason, exes, reconnect on a Christmas cruise.
82. The Forever Girl (January 2021)
    Maze, back for a wedding, rekindles love with Walker, her foster brother.
83. Love for Beginners (June 2021)
    Emma, recovering from a coma, falls for Simon, her gym owner.
84. The Family You Make (January 2022)
    Levi and Jane, stranded in a gondola, fake a relationship that turns real.

Sunrise Cove Series (2022–2025)

Set in Lake Tahoe, these standalones are connected by setting, ideal for reading in any order.

85. The Friendship Pact (June 2022)
    Tae and Riggs, childhood friends, reconnect and fall in love while searching for her father.
86. The Backup Plan (January 2023)
    Alice, renovating an inn, falls for Knox, her co-inheritor, despite past heartbreak.
87. The Sweetheart List (June 2023)
    Harper opens a bakery in Sunrise Cove and falls for Bodie, a tavern owner.
88. The Bright Spot (January 2024)
    Luna inherits an apple orchard and falls for Zeke, her farm manager.
89. The Summer Escape (June 2024)
    Anna, investigating a stolen locket, falls for Owen, a PI, in a beachside romance.
90. Better Than Friends (January 2025)
    Olive, searching for her missing parents, reconnects with Noah, her ex, in a heartfelt romance.
91. He Falls First (August 2025)
    Upcoming release. Details are sparse, but expect a steamy, humorous romance in Sunrise Cove.

Anthologies and Novellas (2000–2015)

Shalvis contributed to multi-author collections, often with shorter romances.

92. Yours 2 Keep (2000)
    Anthology with Shalvis’s novella about a woman finding love unexpectedly.
93. New and Improved (2000)
    Co-authored with Jennifer LaBrecque, featuring two romantic novellas.
94. Men of Courage (2003)
    Shalvis’s novella about a firefighter’s daring rescue and romance.
95. Men of Courage II (2005)
    Another firefighter novella with action and passion.
96. Passionate Protectors (2006)
    Shalvis’s novella about a woman under protection falling for her bodyguard.
97. Kissing Santa Claus (2009)
    Shalvis’s novella about a firefighter’s holiday romance, with other authors’ stories.
98. To All a Good Night (2009)
    A holiday novella about a steamy Christmas encounter.
99. Heating Up the Holidays (2013)
    Shalvis’s firefighter novella, All He Wants for Christmas, with festive romance.
100. He’s the One (2015)
     Shalvis’s novella about a whirlwind romance, part of a romance anthology.

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Reading Jill Shalvis’s Books: Tips and Guidance

• Series Order: For series with connected characters (Lucky Harbor, Heartbreaker Bay, Animal Magnetism, Cedar Ridge, Wilder, Sky High Air), read in publication order to follow recurring characters and subplots. For example, Lucky Harbor’s trilogies build on sisterly bonds.
• Standalone Series: Wildstone and Sunrise Cove are connected by setting, not characters, so they can be read in any order. Perfect for casual readers.
• Standalones and Anthologies: Early standalones and novellas can be read anytime, offering quick, self-contained stories.
• Content: Shalvis’s books are steamy but not explicit, with humor and heart. Expect mild language, romantic tension, and pet-friendly plots, suitable for most romance fans.
• Starting Point: Begin with Simply Irresistible (Lucky Harbor #1) for a classic Shalvis experience or Animal Magnetism for animal lovers.

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Where to Find Jill Shalvis’s Books

Shalvis’s books are available in hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats (narrated on Audible) through:

• Retailers: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, ThriftBooks.
• Libraries: Most libraries stock Lucky Harbor and Heartbreaker Bay titles.
• Digital Platforms: Kindle, Apple Books, Audible, Kindle Unlimited (select titles).
• Official Website: jillshalvis.com offers a complete book list, reading order, and blog.
• Secondhand: World of Books, secondsale.com for used copies.

Follow Shalvis on Instagram (

@jillshalvis) or X for updates on releases like He Falls First.

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Why Jill Shalvis’s Books Resonate

Shalvis’s ability to craft relatable characters and cozy settings makes her a romance powerhouse. Her Lucky Harbor series, with 189,040 Goodreads ratings, is a fan favorite for its small-town vibe and interconnected trilogies. Animal Magnetism appeals to pet lovers, while Sunrise Cove offers fresh starts and found family. Readers on Goodreads praise her “funny dialogue” and “sexy heroes,” though some note later Wildstone books lean more toward women’s fiction. Shalvis’s love for animals and family, inspired by her life in Lake Tahoe with her husband and three children, shines through, making her stories feel authentic.

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Final Thoughts

Jill Shalvis’s bibliography, from Summer of Fire in 1996 to He Falls First in 2025, offers a treasure trove of romance, humor, and heart. Whether you dive into the sisterly bonds of Lucky Harbor, the animal-filled Animal Magnetism, or the fresh starts of Sunrise Cove, her books promise laughter and love. Start with Simply Irresistible or Animal Magnetism and follow series in order for the best experience. With over 50 novels and counting, Shalvis’s world of quirky towns and sexy heroes is a must for romance fans.

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