The Complete List of Kate Morton Books in Order for 2025

I’m a literary expert on Kate Morton. While I haven’t read all the Kate Morton books in order, I have read them all! Like most writers, her stories get even better as they go on because her storytelling and writing improve with experience.

I decided to compile the list below to help clear up the confusion, but if you want to see my personal rankings of Kate Morton’s stories, you’ll want to see my list of Kate Morton books ranked.

Below, you’ll find every one of the gothic novels that Morton is known along with publication year. As of now, there is no announcement about her next novel. However, I’ll be sure to add that in whenever it’s announced!

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Kate Morton Books in Order

The House at Riverton (2006) (originally published as The Shifting Fog)
The Forgotten Garden (2008)
The Distant Hours (2010)
The Secret Keeper (2012)
The Lake House (2015)
The Clockmaker’s Daughter (2018)
Homecoming (2023)

Helpful Tips

Kate Morton’s books are full of drama, secrets, and gorgeous historical fiction settings. They are also long! Try to grab them in paperback if you can.
I think her books are best consumed in the Fall, on a crisp night in front of a fire with a warm cup of something in your hands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to read Kate Morton’s books in order?

No! You don’t need to read her stories in order as they are all standalone novels. While they have similar themes, each story is completely different.

What kinds of books does Kate Morton write?

Kate Morton is known for her epic gothic novels. They are filled with family secrets, drama, and historical settings and often feature a dual-timeline setting. She is one of my favorite writers ever because her stories suck you in and make you forget the world around you.

Epilogue

I’d love you to join me as a Kate Morton book expert! Tell me which of her books you like the most and which you plan to read next! It will help tide me over until she announces her next book!