About this series
Tea Shop Mysteries is a series by Laura Childs. We list 31 books in this series so far, in reading order.
Start with Book 1: Death by Darjeeling.
Tagged on most books in this series: Culinary and TEA.
If you like Tea Shop Mysteries, try Teapot Tails Mysteries by Hailey Hartley, The Wallshire Mystery Series by H. C. Cardona and Tomes & Tea Mysteries by Karen Rose Smith.
What readers say
Set in a tea shop in historic Charleston, the series is loved for its lush Southern atmosphere, detailed teas and food, recipes and party ideas, and Theodosia's warm team, especially tea master Drayton. Readers treat the books as relaxing, elegant escapes. Common criticisms are long descriptions of tea, food and outfits that slow the plot, implausible amateur sleuthing and light mysteries that follow a familiar pattern.
Best for: Readers who want atmospheric Southern cozies and love tea and food.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated October 2026.
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