Mystery in the Islands books in order

Mystery in the Islands by Rebecca M. Hale is a cozy mystery series set in the U.S. Virgin Islands, following an amateur sleuth through three books of Caribbean crime.
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Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Adrift on St. John 2012 Rebecca M. Hale Buy
2 Afoot on St. Croix 2013 Rebecca M. Hale Buy
3 Aground on St. Thomas 2014 Rebecca M. Hale Buy

Mystery in the Islands visits one U.S. Virgin Island per book: St. John, St. Croix, and St. Thomas. Rebecca M. Hale uses each island’s distinct character as the foundation for a cozy mystery, with the alliterative titles (Adrift, Afoot, Aground) signaling the lighthearted approach.

The series ran from 2012 to 2014 and works well for readers who like their mysteries sunny and their body counts low. Hale fills the books with island details, from local food to ferry schedules, making the setting as much a draw as the whodunit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Mystery in the Islands series?

There are 3 books in the Mystery in the Islands series, published between 2012 and 2014.

What is the first book in the Mystery in the Islands series?

The first book in the Mystery in the Islands series is Adrift on St. John, published in 2012.

Where is the Mystery in the Islands series set?

The series is set across the U.S. Virgin Islands. Each book takes place on a different island: Adrift on St. John, Afoot on St. Croix, and Aground on St. Thomas. The titles follow an alliterative pattern that matches the island-hopping structure.

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