Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Her Last Best Friend | 2026 | Nellie H. Steele | Buy |
| 2 | Her Last Good Deed | 2026 | Nellie H. Steele | Buy |
| 3 | Her Last Buried Secret | 2026 | Nellie H. Steele | Buy |
| 4 | Her Last Quiet Lie | 2026 | Nellie H. Steele | Buy |
The Shadow Lake Ranch Murders is a four-book mystery series by Nellie H. Steele, with all books set for release in 2026. The titles follow a “Her Last” pattern: Best Friend, Good Deed, Buried Secret, and Quiet Lie, each hinting at dark secrets and past mistakes.
The ranch setting and the ominous “Her Last” framing suggest a suspenseful mystery series with more of a thriller edge than Steele’s cozier work. This appears to be one of her darker series.