The Miniaturist books in order

The Miniaturist series by Jessie Burton begins in 17th-century Amsterdam and continues with The House of Fortune, following the Brandt family across generations.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Nukkekaappi 2014 Jessie Burton N/A
2 The Miniaturist 2014 Jessie Burton Buy
3 Onnen talo 2022 Jessie Burton N/A
4 The House of Fortune 2022 Jessie Burton Buy

The Miniaturist series by Jessie Burton is set in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age. The first book, published in 2014, follows Nella Oortman, a young woman who marries a wealthy merchant and discovers unsettling secrets within his household. A mysterious miniaturist sends her tiny objects that seem to predict the future.

The House of Fortune, published in 2022, picks up the story eighteen years later, following Nella’s niece Thea as she navigates love, family expectations, and the fading fortunes of the Brandt household. The Finnish editions Nukkekaappi and Onnen talo bring the series to Finnish-language readers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Miniaturist series?

There are four books in the The Miniaturist series, published between 2014 and 2022.

What is the first book in the The Miniaturist series?

The first book in the The Miniaturist series is Nukkekaappi, published in 2014.

Do I need to read The Miniaturist before The House of Fortune?

Yes, The House of Fortune is a direct sequel set eighteen years after The Miniaturist. While it focuses on different characters, it picks up the story of the Brandt household and references events from the first book.

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