Summer's Child books in order

Summer's Child is a two-book series by Luanne Rice about a woman searching for a missing loved one, blending mystery with coastal New England atmosphere.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Summer’s Child 2005 Luanne Rice Buy
2 Summer of Roses 2005 Luanne Rice Buy

Summer’s Child (2005) and Summer of Roses (2005) form a two-book series by Luanne Rice. The duology combines her trademark coastal setting with a mystery thread as a woman searches for answers about a disappearance that has haunted her.

Both books were published in the same year, making the complete story available immediately. The series blends the family-focused women’s fiction that Rice is known for with enough mystery to keep the pages turning. The summer setting and rose imagery in the titles hint at the warmth that runs through even the darker moments.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Summer's Child series?

There are two books in the Summer’s Child series, published in 2005.

What is the first book in the Summer's Child series?

The first book in the Summer’s Child series is Summer’s Child, published in 2005.

Do the Summer's Child books need to be read in order?

Yes. Summer’s Child and Summer of Roses tell a connected story, so reading in order is recommended.

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