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Winter in Paradise (2018)

Start with Winter in Paradise (2018), then What Happens in Paradise (2019) and Troubles in Paradise (2020).

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Start with Winter in Paradise (2018), then What Happens in Paradise (2019) and Troubles in Paradise (2020).

The complete reading order for the Paradise series by Elin Hilderbrand. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.

Where to start

Start with Winter in Paradise (2018), then What Happens in Paradise (2019) and Troubles in Paradise (2020).

  • •Read in order: the three books form a continuous trilogy set on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Publication Reading Order3 Titles

Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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1

Winter in Paradise

Pub: 2018
2

What Happens in Paradise

Pub: 2019

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3

Troubles in Paradise

Pub: 2020

Plot details hidden until you finish "What Happens in Paradise".

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Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I read Paradise in?

Start with Winter in Paradise (2018), then What Happens in Paradise (2019) and Troubles in Paradise (2020).

How many books are in Paradise?

3 main books, published 2018–2020.

Can I read Paradise out of order?

It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.