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Paradise
The Paradise series by Judith McNaught has 5 books and is best read in publication order, starting with Paradise (1991).
- Books
- 5 books
- First published
- 1991
- Status
- completed
- Last checked
Start here: Paradise (1991) — then read straight through in publication order.
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About the Paradise series
After more than a decade writing historical romance, Judith McNaught moved into contemporary settings with the Paradise series (also known as Second Opportunities), five interconnected novels published between 1991 and 2005 that follow wealthy, glamorous American characters through suspense-tinged love stories -- corporate intrigue, small-town secrets, kidnapping plots, and second-chance romances among people with complicated pasts. The series opens with Paradise (1991), centered on a self-made department-store heiress, and its characters and settings recur loosely across the later books.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise the same as the Second Opportunities series?
Yes -- Second Opportunities is an alternate name used for the same five-book series in some editions and listings.
What order should I read the Paradise series in?
Publication order: Paradise (1991), Perfect (1993), Night Whispers (1998), Someone to Watch Over Me (2003), Every Breath You Take (2005).
Has Judith McNaught added to this series since 2005?
No new Paradise/Second Opportunities entry has been published since Every Breath You Take (2005).
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