In What Order Should Jodi Taylor’S Frogmorton Farm Books Be Read?

Finished the main St. Mary's series and craving more, but the Frogmorton Farm spinoff timeline feels all out of order. Looking for a spoiler-free reading guide!
2026-07-25 07:42:41
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ArielRice
ArielRice
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The order is explicitly listed in the front of the newer editions, I think. But if not: 1. The Nothing Girl (novel). 2. Little Donkey (novella). 3. Christmas Pie (short novel). 4. The Something Girl (novel). 5. And the Rest is History (short story collection). There's also the short 'A Perfect Storm', which occurs between 'Little Donkey' and 'Christmas Pie'. Following this gives you the complete, uninterrupted narrative of Jenny's life at the farm.
2026-07-26 08:57:10
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WittyPal
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From a fan's deep-dive perspective, the timeline is pretty clear. Start with 'The Nothing Girl', which covers Jenny acquiring Frogmorton Farm. 'Little Donkey' deals with the aftermath of the first book's events and a new arrival. 'Christmas Pie' is a festive story set that same year. 'The Something Girl' jumps forward a bit in time, showing Jenny's more settled but challenging life. Short stories fit around these, some before 'The Something Girl', some after. A simple list is on the author's website.
2026-07-28 14:01:04
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JossSnow
JossSnow
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Why is everyone giving long lists? Short answer: 'The Nothing Girl' first. Then 'Little Donkey'. Then 'The Something Girl'. The rest are bonus stories you can read in any order after the first book. That's all you need to know. The series is wonderful and low-stress. Just start at the beginning and you'll be fine.
2026-07-29 11:26:07
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EthanPal
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The order is pretty straightforward compared to some series. Book 1: 'The Nothing Girl'. Book 2: 'Little Donkey'. Book 3: 'The Something Girl'. The Christmas novella 'Christmas Pie' sits between Books 2 and 3. Short stories are sprinkled throughout the timeline but are mostly collected after the fact. Just start with Book 1. If you love the quirky, heartwarming tone, you'll happily devour the rest in whatever order you find them.
2026-07-31 21:24:44
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