Elemental Masters Series in Order by Mercedes Lackey

"The Silver Bullets of Annie Oakley" is the sixteenth novel in the Elemental Masters series by Mercedes Lackey. The book follows sharpshooter Annie Oakley as she tours Europe and discovers untapped magical abilities. Annie is invited to London by Elemental Masters John and Mary Watson, where she meets Harry Houdini and learns about the Elemental Masters and their magic. Annie discovers that she has the ability to control metal, which she uses to create silver bullets to fight against a group of rogue Elemental Masters who are using their powers for evil. Along the way, Annie learns more about her past and her family history, and she must make difficult choices about how to use her powers. The book is set in an alternate history where magic exists and is intertwined with real-world events and figures.

"Jolene" is a book in the Elemental Masters series by Mercedes Lackey. The series moves to America for the first time in this installment, offering a rich retelling of the story "The Queen of the Copper Mountain". Set against the backdrop of post-Civil War America, the book combines elements of myth, magic, and historical fiction. The story follows Jolene, a character with an intense interest in Joshua, who is drawn to her for reasons he doesn't fully understand. As the plot unfolds, readers are taken on a journey through a world where myth and magic intertwine with the challenges and changes of the post-war era. With its captivating narrative and a blend of fantasy and historical elements, "Jolene" is a book that keeps readers engaged and eager to discover what happens next.

"The Bartered Brides" is the thirteenth novel in the Elemental Masters series by Mercedes Lackey. In this magical alternate history series, Lackey reimagines the adventures of Sherlock Holmes in a richly-detailed world. In "The Bartered Brides," a couple hires a group of investigators to look into the mysterious deaths of young brides. As the investigation progresses, the mystery deepens with each new body that is discovered. The couple, who are concerned for their own recently-wedded daughter, seeks answers and resolution to the unsettling events. The story is filled with intrigue and suspense as the investigators follow leads and uncover clues, reminiscent of the deductive reasoning of Sherlock Holmes. The book delves into themes of mystery, danger, and the supernatural, as the characters navigate a world where magic and elemental powers exist alongside Victorian society. "The Bartered Brides" offers a captivating blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and detective elements, making it an engaging read for fans of the Elemental Masters series and those who enjoy a unique twist on Sherlock Holmes-inspired stories.

"A Scandal in Battersea" is the twelfth novel in Mercedes Lackey's Elemental Masters series, which features standalone novels inspired by reimagined fairy tales set in an alternate 20th-century England where magic exists. The book follows Psychic Nan Killian and Medium Sarah Lyon-White as they investigate a case involving a series of mysterious disappearances in Battersea. Along the way, they team up with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson to uncover a sinister plot involving dark magic and a dangerous cult. The book is a reimagining of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "A Scandal in Bohemia" and features a mix of mystery, fantasy, and adventure.

"A Study in Sable" is the eleventh book in Mercedes Lackey's Elemental Masters series. The book is set in an alternate 20th century England and reimagines Sherlock Holmes as a character in the story. The plot follows two women, Nan and Sarah, who are psychic and medium respectively. A German opera star seeks Sarah's help to deal with a multitude of spirits. As Sarah becomes more involved, she discovers that the spirits are not what they seem, and she and Nan must use their skills to uncover the truth and stop a dangerous plot. The book features magic, mystery, and adventure, and is praised for its richly-detailed world-building and engaging characters.

"From a High Tower" is the tenth book in the Elemental Masters series by Mercedes Lackey. The story follows Rosamund, the grown-up Little Red Riding Hood of "Blood Red," into further adventures with a German Rapunzel. In this story, a man is caught stealing from a walled garden owned by a strange woman, and he bargains away his youngest daughter in return for food for his family. The woman, rumored to be a witch, takes the golden-haired child and locks her away in a high tower. Sixteen years later, Giselle has lived an isolated existence, with only her cats for company. She yearns to escape and see the world outside her tower. When Captain Frederick Schoenfeld arrives, Giselle sees her chance to escape. However, things are not as they seem, and Giselle soon learns how harsh the world outside her comfort zone can be, that looks can hide evilness under them, and that her views of the world are not always accurate.

"Blood Red" is the ninth book in the Elemental Masters series by Mercedes Lackey. The story is set in the Black Forests of Germany and the mysterious mountains of Transylvania. The main character, Rosamond Von Schwartvard, is an Earth Elemental Master who discovers her powers after being attacked at a young age. She and her companion, a shape-shifting werewolf named Grunthor, investigate a string of murders happening in the remote countryside of Transylvania. They suspect that there is a dark power responsible for the killings, but they have no proof. The book explores themes of magic, love, and the struggle between good and evil. The prologue tells the story of Rosa's childhood, as she comes face to face with the werewolf who killed her beloved grandmother before she is rescued by the kindly Frau Perchta, who becomes her mentor.