Girls Raised in the South books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Girls Raised in the South series?"

"There are two books in the Girls Raised in the South series, published between 1990 and 2005."

Q: "What is the first book in the Girls Raised in the South series?"

"The first book in the Girls Raised in the South series is Crazy Ladies, published in 1990."

Q: "\"Do the Girls Raised in the South books need to be read in order?\""

"\"It is best to start with Crazy Ladies (1990) before reading Mad Girls in Love (2005), since the sequel picks up the same family's story and references events from the first book. However, each novel has its own self-contained plot.\""

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Crazy Ladies	1990	Michael Lee West / Piper Maitland	Buy
2	Mad Girls in Love	2005	Michael Lee West / Piper Maitland	Buy

The Girls Raised in the South series by Michael Lee West is a two-book sequence about the women of a sprawling Southern family. Crazy Ladies (1990) sets the stage with a big cast of characters navigating love, grief, and the kind of family chaos that only happens when everyone has strong opinions and short fuses. The novel made West a recognized name in Southern fiction.

Mad Girls in Love (2005) revisits the family fifteen years on, bringing back favorite characters while introducing new ones. The sequel keeps the same mix of warmth and sharp humor, letting readers see how the family has changed and how certain patterns repeat themselves across generations. The series will appeal to anyone who likes their family dramas served with a generous side of Southern wit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Girls Raised in the South series?

There are two books in the Girls Raised in the South series, published between 1990 and 2005.

What is the first book in the Girls Raised in the South series?

The first book in the Girls Raised in the South series is Crazy Ladies, published in 1990.

"Do the Girls Raised in the South books need to be read in order?"

“It is best to start with Crazy Ladies (1990) before reading Mad Girls in Love (2005), since the sequel picks up the same family’s story and references events from the first book. However, each novel has its own self-contained plot.”

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order