Diane Chamberlain

Diane Chamberlain is a highly accomplished American author, well-known for her novels in the romantic fiction genre. She has written a total of 24 novels, many of which have been featured in the Sunday Times and USA Today bestseller lists. Her works have been translated into over 20 foreign languages, highlighting her international appeal. Chamberlain's writing covers various genres, including Literature & Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller, and she has a particular interest in exploring complex relationships in her stories.

Chamberlain's novels often revolve around themes of love, forgiveness, compassion, and family, with a mix of mystery, drama, intrigue, and secrets. Some of her most popular works include 'The Silent Sister,' 'The Keeper of the Light' series, 'Necessary Lies,' and 'The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes.' These novels, among others, showcase her ability to weave compelling narratives that capture the hearts of readers worldwide.

Beyond her writing, Diane Chamberlain has had a varied career, including working as a hospital social worker in San Diego and Washington, D.C., and as a psychotherapist in private practice in Alexandria, Virginia, where she specialized in working with adolescents. These experiences have undoubtedly influenced her storytelling and given her a deep understanding of human emotions and relationships.

Chamberlain was born in Plainfield, New Jersey, and lived in both San Diego and northern Virginia before settling in North Carolina. She received her master's degree in clinical social work from San Diego State University. In her personal life, she has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, which led her to use voice recognition software to continue writing. She feels fortunate that her condition is not more severe, allowing her to enjoy everyday activities and maintain a busy travel schedule. Chamberlain currently lives in North Carolina with her significant other, photographer John Pagliuca, and their Shetland Sheepdog, Cole.
Keeper of the Light Trilogy Books
# Title Year
1 Keeper of the Light 1992
2 Kiss River 2003
3 Her Mother's Shadow 2004
Before The Storm Books
# Title Year
1 Before the Storm 2007
2 Secrets She Left Behind 2009
Necessary Lies Books
# Title Year
1 The First Lie 2013
2 Necessary Lies 2013
Riley MacPherson Books
# Title Year
1 The Silent Sister 2014
Pretending To Dance Books
# Title Year
1 The Dance Begins 2015
2 Pretending to Dance 2015
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Lovers and Strangers 1990
2 Private Relations / Secrets at the Beach House 1990
3 Secret Lives 1991
4 Fire and Rain 1993
5 Brass Ring 1995
6 Reflection 1996
7 The Escape Artist 1997
8 Breaking the Silence 1999
9 Summer's Child 1999
10 The Courage Tree 2001
11 Cypress Point/The Shadow Wife / The Forgotten Son 2002
12 The Bay At Midnight 2005
13 The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes / The Lost Daughter / A Beautiful Lie 2006
14 The Lies We Told 2010
15 The Midwife's Confession 2011
16 The Good Father 2012
17 The Stolen Marriage 2017
18 Secrets at the Beach House 2018
19 The Dream Daughter 2018
20 Big Lies in a Small Town 2020
21 The Last House on the Street 2022
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Broken String 2014