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Ernest J. Gaines Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Ernest J. Gaines books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Ernest J. Gaines series? Start with "My Grandpa and the Haint" (2015) and follow publication order through all 3 books.
The complete Ernest J. Gaines reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
My Grandpa and the Haint
2015
Bloodline
1968
Mozart and Leadbelly
2005
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