A Garden Society Mystery books in order

A Garden Society Mystery is a cozy mystery series following a PR specialist who solves murders connected to a competitive gardening club in Roanoke, Virginia.
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Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Azalea Assault 2012 Alyse Carlson Buy
2 The Begonia Bribe 2013 Alyse Carlson Buy
3 Keeping Mum 2014 Alyse Carlson Buy

A Garden Society Mystery follows Camellia Harris, who works in public relations for the Roanoke Rose Society. When members of the gardening community start turning up dead, Camellia’s people skills and nose for trouble make her an effective amateur detective. The series began with The Azalea Assault in 2012.

The three books make good use of their gardening world setting, with competitive flower shows, botanical estates, and garden club politics providing both atmosphere and suspects. The series is a quick, enjoyable read for cozy mystery fans who like their murders surrounded by azaleas and intrigue.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the A Garden Society Mystery series?

There are three books in the A Garden Society Mystery series, published between 2012 and 2014.

What is the first book in the A Garden Society Mystery series?

The first book in the A Garden Society Mystery series is The Azalea Assault, published in 2012.

Do the Garden Society Mystery books need to be read in order?

Each book has its own standalone mystery, but the recurring characters develop across the series. Starting with The Azalea Assault introduces the setting and main cast, making it the best entry point.

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