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Start with The Beach House and continue through all 12 books in the listed reading order.

12 books
Published 2019 to 2025
Status: Possibly ongoing

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The Beach House

Start with The Beach House

Book 1 by Rachel Hanna • Published 2019

When Julie discovers her husband’s double life, she walks away from a long marriage and buys a rundown beach house on a South Carolina island, where starting over means facing estranged family, unexpected romance, and...

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South Carolina Sunsets reading order

Ends with Serenity at Seagrove

  1. 1
    The Beach House

    Book 1:The Beach House

    Rachel Hanna • 2019

    When Julie discovers her husband’s double life, she walks away from a long marriage and buys a rundown beach house on a South Carolina island, where starting over means facing estranged family, unexpected romance, and...

  2. 2
    Sunsets and Second Chances

    Book 2:Sunsets and Second Chances

    Rachel Hanna • 2019

    Life on Seagrove Island is finally settling for Julie until Christmas brings Dixie's estranged son, a serious health concern, Colleen’s complicated visit, and questions about whether she and Dawson are ready for somet...

  3. 3
    Fireflies and Family Ties

    Book 3:Fireflies and Family Ties

    Rachel Hanna • 2020

    Julie’s daughter Meg returns to Seagrove unexpectedly, young, pregnant, and unsure of her future. As fireflies glow over summer evenings, the family rallies around her while Julie and Dawson’s relationship faces new t...

  4. 4
    The Inn At Seagrove

    Book 4:The Inn At Seagrove

    Rachel Hanna • 2020

    The beloved island inn becomes a hub of secrets and announcements as Dixie hides a new romance, William weighs a life changing decision, and Julie, Colleen, Meg, and Dawson all face turning points that will reshape th...

  5. 5
    The Wedding At Seagrove

    Book 5:The Wedding At Seagrove

    Rachel Hanna • 2020

    Wedding plans on Seagrove Island bring joy, nerves, and a few last minute complications for the close knit group of friends, reminding everyone that love, family, and commitment rarely unfold in a straight line.

  6. 6
    A Seagrove Christmas

    Book 6:A Seagrove Christmas

    Rachel Hanna • 2020

    Christmas on Seagrove Island means twinkling lights, family visits, and more than one surprise under the tree as Julie, Dawson, and their circle navigate holiday expectations, blended traditions, and new beginnings by...

  7. 7
    Lighthouse Cove

    Book 7:Lighthouse Cove

    Rachel Hanna • 2021

    On Seagrove Island, a new chapter unfolds around Lighthouse Cove as locals confront old hurts, new love, and tough choices about family and home, all while the familiar coastline and beacon stand steady in the backgro...

  8. 8
    Beneath The Willow Tree

    Book 8:Beneath The Willow Tree

    Rachel Hanna • 2021

    A quiet spot beneath an old willow tree becomes the backdrop for revelations, reconciliations, and a slow building romance as Seagrove residents face past mistakes and decide which relationships are worth fighting for.

  9. 9
    Mutts and Magnolias

    Book 9:Mutts and Magnolias

    Rachel Hanna • 2022

    Back on Seagrove Island, long time residents and newcomers alike navigate family changes, shifting relationships, and the kind of everyday crises that pull a tight community even closer together under the shade of blo...

  10. 10
    Chasing Sunsets

    Book 10:Chasing Sunsets

    Rachel Hanna • 2023

    In this Seagrove Island story, a woman facing a major life change retreats to the coast and is pulled into the rhythms of island life, where new friendships and a gentle romance help her see that the future can still...

  11. 11
    Sea Glass Summer

    Book 11:Sea Glass Summer

    Rachel Hanna • 2024

    At forty, newly divorced and out of work, Tara Lawson returns to Seagrove to settle her grandmother’s estate. Long walks collecting sea glass with childhood friend Noah slowly turn grief into healing and force her to...

  12. 12
    Serenity at Seagrove

    Book 12:Serenity at Seagrove

    Rachel Hanna • 2025

    Therapist Luna Mason uses an inheritance to open a wellness center in Seagrove, hoping to create a haven for others, but a bitter ex golf pro, old island families, and a tempting job offer far away make her question w...

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South Carolina Sunsets FAQ

What is the best order to read the South Carolina Sunsets series?

The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with The Beach House.

How many books are in the South Carolina Sunsets series?

There are 12 books currently listed in the South Carolina Sunsets series on GurusReads.

Where should I start with the South Carolina Sunsets series?

New readers should start with The Beach House, the first book in the reading order.

Is the South Carolina Sunsets series complete?

Based on the publication years we have, the series appears possibly ongoing and spans releases from 2019 to 2025.