You may know author Taylor Jenkins Reid, or TJR for short, from viral booktoks (book tik tok) about the 2017 book Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Since that viral moment, people have been reading Reid’s new and backlist novels.
Reid has published about one book annually for the last few years, usually in the summer. Whether you are a big fan of Reid’s work or just starting to read her books, this blog post will go over Taylor Jenkins Reid’s books in order.
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Who is Taylor Jenkins Reid?
Taylor Jenkins Reid is a bestselling author known for her captivating and emotionally charged novels. She was born in Massachusetts but spent most of her childhood in California. After graduating from college, Jenkins Reid moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in writing. She initially worked as a ghostwriter and editor before publishing her first novel, “Forever, Interrupted,” in 2013. Since then, she has written several other successful books, including “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,” “Daisy Jones & The Six,” and “Malibu Rising.” Her novels have been praised for their relatable characters, vivid settings, and poignant themes and have earned her a dedicated following of readers around the world.
Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Books in Order
In 2013, Taylor Jenkins Reid published her first book, Forever, Interrupted. Since her first book, she has written mainly contemporary fiction and historical fiction.
- Forever, Interrupted (2013)
- After I Do (2014)
- Maybe in Another Life (2015)
- One True Loves (2016)
- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (2017)
- Daisy Jones & The Six (2019)
- Malibu Rising (2021)
- Carrie Soto is Back (2022)
Taylor Jenkins Reid also wrote a short story, Evidence of the Affair for Amazon, in 2018.
Forever Interrupted (2013)
Forever, Interrupted is the first novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid. The story follows the life of Elsie Porter, who quickly marries Ben Ross after a whirlwind romance. However, a couple days after their wedding, Ben dies in a tragic accident.
As Elsie struggles to cope with the sudden loss of her husband, she confronts that she barely knew him. Through flashbacks, the novel explores the early days of Elsie and Ben’s relationship and their final moments together.
Elise must contend with his mother, who resents Elsie for “stealing” her son.
After I Do ( 2014)
The story follows the life of Lauren and Ryan, who have been together for 11 years but have fallen out of love.
After one fierce argument, Lauren and Ryan hit their breaking point and decide to take a break from their marriage. They agree to not see or speak to each other for a year. Lauren moves in with her younger sister, while Ryan moves to another city and starts a new job.
As the year progresses, Lauren and Ryan start confronting the issues that led to their marriage falling apart. Lauren learns she has lost sight of her own goals and dreams and begins on a journey of self-discovery. While Ryan tries to come to terms with his emotional issues and insecurities.
As they both start to change their lives, they wonder whether their marriage is worth fighting for.
Maybe in Another Life (2015)
Maybe in Another Life follows the life of Hannah Martin, who returned to Los Angeles after years of traveling and living in various cities.
With two parallel storylines, the novel explores what might have happened if Hannah had made different choices at a pivotal moment. In one timeline, Hannah decides to go home with her high school sweetheart, Ethan, after a night out with friends. In the other timeline, she decides to go home with her friend, Gabby, instead.
As the two storylines unfold, the novel explores the different paths that Hannah’s life could have taken based on these choices. Each chapter alternates between the two timelines. Showing how seemingly small decisions can have a significant impact on the course of a person’s life.
Throughout the novel, Hannah grapples with questions of fate, free will, and the idea that there may be multiple versions of herself living different lives in parallel universes.
One True Loves (2016) by Taylor Jenkins Reid
One True Loves follows Emma Blair rebuilding her life after her husband dies in a helicopter crash. She moves home and, in time, falls in love with an old friend, Sam. When Jesse is found alive, Emma has to choose who she wants to live life with.
After Jesse’s disappearance and presumed death, Emma quits her job and moves home. She has rebuilt her life and fallen in love with an old friend, Sam. They are engaged to be married when Jesse returns, and Emma has to choose between the two men she loves.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (2017) by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo follows a fictional Hollywood icon who rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s. It was staged as an interview with Evelyn, who is now in her 70s and has lived a life full of secrets, scandals, and multiple marriages.
Daisy Jones & The Six (2019) by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Daisy Jones & The Six follows the rise and fall of a fictional rock band in the 1970s. The story unfolds through interviews with the band members, their friends, and other people involved in their lives.
As the band’s success grows, so do tensions and conflicts within the group, ultimately leading to their breakup. The novel was praised for its immersive style, vivid characters, and compelling storyline and was a New York Times bestseller.
Daisy Jones & The Six was recently made into a 10-episode limited series on Amazon Prime TV by Reese Witherspoon’s film production company, Hello Sunshine. You can binge the episodes now.
Malibu Rising (2021) by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Malibu Rising takes place over a day in 1983 and follows the lives of the Riva family. A group of famous and glamorous siblings live in a mansion on the beach in Malibu, California.
As the Rivas prepare for their annual end-of-summer party, the novel explores the complicated relationships between the siblings, their parents, and their significant others. Through flashbacks, the story also reveals the family’s past and the events that led them to where they are today.
As the day wears on, tensions between the siblings escalate, their secrets told, and a wildfire threatens to destroy everything they hold dear.
Carrie Soto is Back (2022) by Taylor Jenkins Reid
As a tennis player, Carrie Soto is fierce, and her determination to win at any cost has not made her famous. But by the time she retires from tennis, she is the best player the world has ever seen. She has shattered every record and claimed twenty Grand Slam titles.
But six years after her retirement, Carrie finds herself sitting in the stands of the 1994 US Open, watching her record be taken from her by a brutal, stunning player named Nicki Chan.
At thirty-seven years old, Carrie makes the monumental decision to come out of retirement and be coached by her father for one last year to reclaim her record. Even if the sports media says they never liked “the Battle-Axe” anyway, even if her body doesn’t move as fast as it did. And even if it means swallowing her pride to train with a man she once almost opened her heart to: Bowe Huntley. Like her, he has something to prove before he gives up the game forever.
Despite it all, Carrie Soto is back for one epic final season. In this riveting and unforgettable novel, Taylor Jenkins Reid tells her most vulnerable, emotional story yet.
