It's a Dog's Life books in order

Q: "How many books are in the It's a Dog's Life series?"

"There are seven books in the It's a Dog's Life series, published between 1997 and 1998."

Q: "What is the first book in the It's a Dog's Life series?"

"The first book in the It's a Dog's Life series is Man's Best Friend, published in 1997."

Q: "Are dogs central to the plots in the It's a Dog's Life series?"

"Dogs feature as significant elements in the stories -- the series title and individual book titles suggest canine themes throughout. The books are historical romances set in the late Victorian period, with dogs providing plot elements, character connections, or comedic moments alongside the central romantic storylines."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Man’s Best Friend	1997	Alice Duncan	Buy
2	Molly in the Middle	1997	Alice Duncan	Buy
3	Rosamunda’s Revenge	1997	Alice Duncan	Buy
4	Stray Hearts	1997	Alice Duncan	Buy
5	Kept by a Countess	1997	Alice Duncan	Buy
6	Play It Again, Sam	1998	Alice Duncan	Buy
7	Lonely Hearts	1998	Alice Duncan	Buy

The It’s a Dog’s Life series is one of several themed romance series Duncan published through Leisure Books in 1997-1998. Seven novels appeared in that brief period: Man’s Best Friend, Molly in the Middle, Rosamunda’s Revenge, Stray Hearts, Kept by a Countess, Play It Again, Sam, and Lonely Hearts. The series is set in the late Victorian era and incorporates canine elements as a distinguishing feature.

The rapid publication rate – seven books in roughly two years – reflects the pace at which Duncan was producing fiction for the Leisure Books market during this period. She was simultaneously producing other series, making this one of the most prolific stretches of her career. The books follow the conventions of the period historical romance while the dog-related elements provide distinctive hooks for individual titles.

These titles are now primarily found in the second-hand and e-book markets. Readers interested in late-1990s historical romance paperback originals will find this series typical of the format and Leisure Books’ output from that era.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the It's a Dog's Life series?

There are seven books in the It’s a Dog’s Life series, published between 1997 and 1998.

What is the first book in the It's a Dog's Life series?

The first book in the It’s a Dog’s Life series is Man’s Best Friend, published in 1997.

Are dogs central to the plots in the It's a Dog's Life series?

Dogs feature as significant elements in the stories – the series title and individual book titles suggest canine themes throughout. The books are historical romances set in the late Victorian period, with dogs providing plot elements, character connections, or comedic moments alongside the central romantic storylines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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