Dearest Dorothy books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Dearest Dorothy series?"

"There are six books in the Dearest Dorothy series, published between 2001 and 2007."

Q: "What is the first book in the Dearest Dorothy series?"

"The first book in the Dearest Dorothy series is Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet?, published in 2001."

Q: "Who is Dorothy in the Dearest Dorothy series?"

"Dorothy Jean Wetstra is an 87-year-old woman living in the fictional small town of Partonville. She is the heart of the community, known for her sharp wit, deep faith, and willingness to speak her mind. Dorothy drives a 1976 Lincoln Continental named Tank and has a way of bringing people together, even when the town faces difficult changes. Each book title begins with \"Dearest Dorothy,\" reflecting the affectionate tone of the series."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet?	2001	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy
2	Dearest Dorothy, Slow Down, You’re Wearing Us Out!	2001	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy
3	Dearest Dorothy, Help! I’ve Lost Myself!	2004	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy
4	Dearest Dorothy, Who Would Have Ever Thought?	2004	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy
5	Dearest Dorothy, Merry Everything!	2006	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy
6	Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When?	2007	Charlene Ann Baumbich	Buy

The Dearest Dorothy series follows Dorothy Jean Wetstra and her neighbors in Partonville, a small town where everyone knows everyone and change comes slowly, if at all. Starting with Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet? in 2001, the six books track the community through threats from outside developers, personal crises, and the everyday rhythms of small-town life. Dorothy herself is a lively, outspoken woman in her late eighties who keeps her community grounded with humor and common sense.

Charlene Ann Baumbich wrote the series over six years, wrapping up with Dearest Dorothy, If Not Now, When? in 2007. The books are light and warm, with a strong undercurrent of Christian faith running through the characters’ lives. Readers who enjoy small-town fiction with a large cast of eccentric but lovable characters will find a lot to like here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Dearest Dorothy series?

There are six books in the Dearest Dorothy series, published between 2001 and 2007.

What is the first book in the Dearest Dorothy series?

The first book in the Dearest Dorothy series is Dearest Dorothy, Are We There Yet?, published in 2001.

Who is Dorothy in the Dearest Dorothy series?

Dorothy Jean Wetstra is an 87-year-old woman living in the fictional small town of Partonville. She is the heart of the community, known for her sharp wit, deep faith, and willingness to speak her mind. Dorothy drives a 1976 Lincoln Continental named Tank and has a way of bringing people together, even when the town faces difficult changes. Each book title begins with “Dearest Dorothy,” reflecting the affectionate tone of the series.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order