Order of Caroline Kepnes Books

Caroline Kepnes is an American author of psychological thriller novels. She writes the You series. Caroline grew up in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and received an undergraduate degree in American Civilization. Her novel You was made into a TV series by the same name.

Kepnes’ debut thriller, You was published in 2014. The novel subverts traditional romantic-comedy conventions by portraying the protagonist as a violent stalker and serial killer, reflecting the author’s experiences during a particularly dark period marked by her father’s death from cancer and other personal challenges. Initially hesitant to categorize the character Joe as a serial killer, Kepnes later acknowledged that, despite his sensitivity, his actions and thoughts align with the definition of a serial killer.

Below is a list of Caroline Kepnes’ books in order of when they were first released:

Publication Order of You Books

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

Publication Order of Never Tell Collection Books

Publication Order of Out Of Line Books

Publication Order of Classic StoryTellers Books

Publication Order of Anthologies

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Caroline Kepnes Synopses: Providence is a standalone novel by Caroline Kepnes. Best friends in a quiet New Hampshire town, Jon and Chloe share an almost otherworldly connection. Jon has always sensed that Chloe is his destined partner – but before he can confess his feelings, he is abducted, and the life he envisioned is abruptly torn away. Four years later, Jon resurfaces. He is larger, stronger, and haunted by a complete erasure of the years he was missing.

Intent on rekindling their relationship, Jon hopes to resume where he and Chloe left off – but a chilling revelation changes everything: he now wields enigmatic, uncontrollable abilities that imperil everyone he holds dear. Fearing he might inadvertently harm Chloe, Jon flees, embarking on a perilous quest to understand his newfound powers.

Meanwhile, in Providence, Rhode Island, healthy students and unsuspecting residents begin dying under inexplicable circumstances. Detective Charles “Eggs” DeBenedictus, guided by uncanny instincts, suspects a serial killer – but the truth he uncovers is far more astonishing than he could have imagined.

With her trademark intensity, Caroline Kepnes examines the perilous entanglement of love, identity, and human connection, weaving a narrative where desire, danger, and obsession blur into a thrilling, unforgettable tale.

Sweet Virginia by Caroline Kepnes is a 45-page short story that is part of the Out of Line multi-author collection. Shelby is juggling the chaos of parenthood, a strained marriage, a passive-aggressive mother, and the stress of unemployment. Her only solace? Cozying up with her favorite Hallmark movies. So when a mysterious admirer appears, promising to whisk her away into a world straight from those beloved romantic tales, Shelby can’t resist – the scent of pumpkin spice practically lingers in the air. But what starts as a sweet escape soon takes a twist, revealing a hint of intrigue behind the romance…

The Bad Friend by Caroline Kepnes is a short story, and part of the multi-author Never Tell collection. Ellen has plenty to be grateful for. Her fiancé, Troy, is kind and devoted, and her childhood friend Tanya – despite her edgier taste in men – feels like both a sister and a rival. Over the years, countless secrets have woven between them, shaping their bond in ways neither fully understands. As Ellen faces a series of life-altering decisions, she discovers a path that could lead to a future far beyond anything she ever imagined.