Tea Shop Mysteries books in order

The Tea Shop Mysteries reading order by Laura Childs, featuring Theodosia Browning solving crimes in Charleston while running an elegant tea shop.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Death by Darjeeling 2001 Laura Childs Buy
2 Gunpowder Green 2002 Laura Childs Buy
3 Shades of Earl Grey 2003 Laura Childs Buy
4 The English Breakfast Murder 2003 Laura Childs Buy
5 The Jasmine Moon Murder 2004 Laura Childs Buy
6 Chamomile Mourning 2005 Laura Childs Buy
7 Blood Orange Brewing 2006 Laura Childs Buy
8 Dragonwell Dead 2007 Laura Childs Buy
9 The Silver Needle Murder 2008 Laura Childs Buy
10 Oolong Dead 2009 Laura Childs Buy
11 The Teaberry Strangler 2010 Laura Childs Buy
12 Scones & Bones 2011 Laura Childs Buy
13 Agony of the Leaves 2012 Laura Childs Buy
14 Sweet Tea Revenge 2013 Laura Childs Buy
15 Steeped in Evil 2014 Laura Childs Buy
16 Ming Tea Murder 2015 Laura Childs Buy
17 Devonshire Scream 2016 Laura Childs Buy
18 Pekoe Most Poison 2017 Laura Childs Buy
19 Plum Tea Crazy 2018 Laura Childs Buy
20 Broken Bone China 2019 Laura Childs Buy
21 Lavender Blue Murder 2020 Laura Childs Buy
22 Haunted Hibiscus 2021 Laura Childs Buy
23 Twisted Tea Christmas 2021 Laura Childs Buy
24 A Dark and Stormy Tea 2022 Laura Childs Buy
25 Honey Drop Dead 2023 Laura Childs Buy
26 Lemon Curd Killer 2023 Laura Childs Buy
27 Murder in the Tea Leaves 2024 Laura Childs Buy

The Tea Shop Mysteries is Laura Childs’ flagship series, following Theodosia Browning through over twenty years of tea-themed cozy mysteries. Theodosia runs the Indigo Tea Shop in Charleston’s historic district, where Southern charm meets murder with unfortunate regularity.

Beginning with Death by Darjeeling in 2001, the series has become one of the longest-running cozy mystery franchises. Each book blends detailed tea knowledge, Charleston atmosphere, and amateur sleuthing as Theodosia balances her business, social life, and irresistible urge to investigate. Recipes at the end of each book let readers recreate the scones and treats from the Indigo Tea Shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read the Tea Shop Mysteries?

Start with Death by Darjeeling (2001) and read in publication order. The series has over 27 books with new installments still being published, following Theodosia through decades of tea-themed mysteries.

What is the Tea Shop Mysteries series about?

The series follows Theodosia Browning, owner of the Indigo Tea Shop in Charleston, South Carolina. When murder disturbs the genteel Southern atmosphere, Theodosia investigates while maintaining her business and social obligations.

Are the tea descriptions accurate?

Yes, Laura Childs includes detailed tea knowledge in each book, from brewing techniques to tea varieties. Each book also includes recipes at the end for readers who want to recreate the treats served at the Indigo Tea Shop.

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