Where Does Each Lucy Kincaid Novella Fit In The Series Order?

As a longtime fan following the Lucy Kincaid book series, I’m re-reading in order but keep missing the short novellas. I need a detailed timeline for all the side stories.
2026-07-31 19:24:54
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EmilyWade
EmilyWade
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I read them all on my Kindle, and I used the 'Series' function in my library. I manually set the metadata for each novella to slot it in its correct place (you can edit series number in Calibre). Then my Kindle library showed me everything in perfect order: Book 1, Book 2, Novella 2.5, Book 3, etc.

It took an afternoon of setup, but now it's seamless. If you're tech-savvy and plan to read the whole series digitally, I highly recommend doing this. It's the most seamless reading experience. You just open your Kindle and read the next thing in the list, no thinking required.
2026-08-02 03:11:34
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OwenDay
OwenDay
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I think people overcomplicate this. The core story is in the numbered novels. The novellas are supplementary. If you miss one, you won't be lost. They're like TV show webisodes—nice for fans, but the main plotlines are resolved in the seasons proper.

That said, if you want the full picture, just read everything in the order listed on the author's Amazon series page. Amazon usually has them in correct chronological order within the series list. It lumps the novellas in with the main books, so you can just go down the list from top to bottom. Problem solved.
2026-08-03 01:31:49
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Cairn
Cairn
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Meh. I tried reading a novella ('Forgotten') in its supposed order, and it disrupted the pacing of the main series for me. I was eager to get to the next big novel, and the novella felt like a detour. After that, I decided to just read all the main books first.

Now I'm going back and reading the novellas as a separate collection. It's much more enjoyable this way. I get a whole volume of short stories set in the world, and I'm not constantly checking where I am in the timeline. The overarching plot is clear from the novels, and the novellas are just extra character moments. I recommend this approach for anyone who finds the interl jarring.
2026-08-03 05:38:27
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Luca
Luca
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I appreciate that the author writes these novellas. It shows she's deeply invested in her own world and characters, wanting to explore corners the main plots can't reach. That enthusiasm is infectious.

As for order, I just keep a note in my phone. When I finish a main book, I check the note to see if there's a novella next. The note says: 'After #6: Silenced. After #9: Exposed. After #13: Brutal Game...' and so on. I compiled it from various sources years ago. It's simple and prevents me from having to re-research every time I pick up the series again after a break.
2026-08-04 00:25:48
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Demi
Demi
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From a writer's perspective, the novellas are fascinating. They let the author explore subplots or characters that wouldn't sustain a full 400-page novel but are still interesting. They're also a great way to maintain reader engagement between major releases.

Their placement is strategic. Often, a novella will release shortly before a new main novel, serving as a 'bridge' or 'teaser' to remind fans of the world and characters. So, publication order often aligns with narrative order for the most recent arcs. For older novellas, it's more about filling in historical gaps in the timeline. So, for the latest 5-6 books, following publication order of all works is likely correct.
2026-08-04 09:32:03
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