Delia Parr books

Delia Parr is an American author of inspirational historical fiction and romance novels set in early America.

Anthologies

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Perfect Secrets 1999 Buy

At Home in Trinity Reading Order

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The Midwife’s Tale 2002 N/A
The Midwife’s Tale / A Place Called Trinity 2002 Buy
The Midwife’s Choice 2003 N/A
The Midwife’s Choice / Home to Trinity 2003 Buy
The Midwife’s Dilemma 2016 Buy

Candlewood Trilogy Reading Order

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A Hearth in Candlewood 2006 Buy
Refining Emma 2007 Buy
Where Love Dwells 2008 Buy

Hearts Along the River Reading Order

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Hearts Awakening 2010 Buy
Love’s First Bloom 2010 Buy
Hidden Affections 2011 Buy

Home Ties Trilogy Reading Order

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Abide With Me 2006 Buy
Day By Day 2007 Buy
Carry the Light 2008 Buy

Standalone Novels

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Evergreen 1995 Buy
The Fire in Autumn 1996 Buy
By Fate’s Design 1996 Buy
The Ivory Duchess 1997 Buy
The Minister’s Wife 1998 Buy
Sunrise 1999 Buy
The Promise of Flowers 2000 Buy

Delia Parr writes historical fiction with a strong inspirational thread, set primarily in early America. She began publishing in 1995 with Evergreen and built a steady career writing about women in small-town and frontier settings. Her books explore faith, family, and community against historical backdrops.

Parr is known for her At Home in Trinity series about a midwife, the Candlewood Trilogy, and the Hearts Along the River books. Her standalone novels cover similar ground, with strong female protagonists navigating the challenges of life in early American communities. She also writes under the name Mary Schaefer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Delia Parr written?

Delia Parr has written 22 books across six series.

What was Delia Parr's first book?

Delia Parr’s first book is Evergreen, published in 1995.

What time period does Delia Parr write about most often?

Most of her novels are set in 18th and 19th century America. Her stories take place in small towns and frontier communities during the early years of the nation.

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