Desperate books in order

The Desperate series by Alison Sherlock follows women navigating life's curveballs with humor, friendship, and determination. Complete reading order listed.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Desperate Bride’s Diet Club 2012 Alison Sherlock N/A
2 The Desperate Wife’s Survival Plan 2013 Alison Sherlock N/A

The Desperate series by Alison Sherlock is a pair of lighthearted women’s fiction novels that mix humor with relatable life struggles. The Desperate Bride’s Diet Club (2012) follows a bride-to-be who starts a dieting group with other women, each dealing with their own pressures around weddings and body image. The Desperate Wife’s Survival Plan (2013) takes a similar comedic approach to the challenges of marriage and daily life.

These were Sherlock’s first published novels, written before she moved into the cozy village romance style she later became known for. Fans of funny, down-to-earth women’s fiction will find these early books a quick and entertaining read.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Desperate series?

There are two books in the Desperate series, published between 2012 and 2013.

What is the first book in the Desperate series?

The first book in the Desperate series is The Desperate Bride’s Diet Club, published in 2012.

Do you need to read the Desperate books in order?

The two books share a similar tone and themes, but each has its own story and characters. You can read them independently, though starting with The Desperate Bride’s Diet Club gives you a good introduction to Alison Sherlock’s early writing style.

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