Portrait of Caroline Kepnes

Caroline Kepnes books in order

American writer

Born
1976
Country
United States
Books
5

Caroline Kepnes has published 5 novels, beginning with You (2014). The latest is For You and Only You (2023).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Caroline Kepnes

Caroline Kepnes books in order of publication

  1. You (Sep 2014)

    447 pages★ 4.1 (15 ratings)Adapted for TV

  2. Hidden Bodies (Feb 2016)

    448 pages

  3. Providence (2018)

    384 pages

  4. You Love Me (Apr 2021)

    400 pages★ 3.4 (5 ratings)

  5. For You and Only You (2023)

    448 pages

Film and TV adaptations

About Caroline Kepnes

Caroline Kepnes is an American writer, screenwriter, author, and former entertainment reporter. She is best known for her novel series You, consisting of You (2014), Hidden Bodies (2016), You Love Me (2021), and For You and Only You (2023), writing for the 2018–2025 Lifetime/Netflix television series adaptation of the same name, and the stand-alone novel Providence (2018).

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Caroline Kepnes FAQ

How many books has Caroline Kepnes written?
Caroline Kepnes has published 5 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Caroline Kepnes's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with You.
What is Caroline Kepnes's latest book?
For You and Only You (2023).
What is Caroline Kepnes's most famous book?
You (2014) is Caroline Kepnes's most widely read book.
Which Caroline Kepnes books have been adapted?
1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including You (TV).

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.