Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Hostage |
2000 |
Susan Wiggs |
Buy |
| 2 |
The Mistress |
2000 |
Susan Wiggs |
Buy |
| 3 |
The Firebrand |
2000 |
Susan Wiggs |
Buy |
The Great Chicago Fire Trilogy is set against the backdrop of the devastating 1871 fire that destroyed much of Chicago. Each book follows a different couple whose lives are changed by the disaster, blending historical detail with romance.
Susan Wiggs uses the chaos and destruction of the fire as a catalyst for her characters’ stories, placing them in situations that force honesty, courage, and unexpected connections. All three books were published in 2000.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Great Chicago Fire Trilogy series?
There are three books in the Great Chicago Fire Trilogy series, published in 2000.
What is the first book in the Great Chicago Fire Trilogy series?
The first book in the Great Chicago Fire Trilogy series is The Hostage, published in 2000.
Do the Great Chicago Fire Trilogy books need to be read in order?
The three books are connected by their setting during the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, but each has its own romance and can be read as a standalone. Reading them in order gives the fullest picture of the shared characters and events.