Mystery series in order, plus guides that help you jump in without spoiling the fun. If you’re here to follow a detective from book one onward, this is the hub.
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The Martin Walker books in order are mostly made up by his Bruno, Chief of Police series. These mysteries are comforting in the languid way Walker describes the Southwestern corner of France where they take place and the delicious French cuisine which is enjoyed.
The books are equally fun mysteries and a celebration of the land and culture Walker calls …
The Cat Who books in order are cozy, comforting mysteries that are perfect for any bibliophile and feline fan. These books by Lilian Jackson Braun follow Jim Qwilleran and his two cats Koko and Yum Yum.
The prizewinning reporter frequently finds his assignments turn into investigations as he stumbles across dead bodies. Thankfully his cat Koko has an investigative instinct …
If you’re in the mood for a cozy mystery then picking up one of the Ellery Adams books in order will be the perfect, comforting read. Her books will engulf you like a warm hug with their loveable characters and humorous storylines, as well as a compelling, page-turning mystery.
Ellery Adams has written under multiple pseudonyms including …
Fans of complex characters will adore reading the Elizabeth Strout books in order with her characters of Olive Kitteridge, Lucy Barton, and more. While her bibliography is relatively small compared to some authors with nine novels and a handful of anthologies, Strout’s books pack a punch. She has the Pulitzer to prove it.
Elizabeth Strout was born …
Sue Grafton’s fans number in the millions, and whether you’re a new reader looking for a list of all the Sue Grafton books in order, or whether you’re looking to reread the series, we are here for you.
The books have been published in 26 languages in 28 countries. Sue Grafton’s critical and commercial success has been widely recognized by …
The Amelia Peabody series are the books for which she is most well-known, but there are so many more entertaining mysteries in the Elizabeth Peters books in order to enjoy. In her books she strikes a balance with mystery, history, and romance while containing precise archaeological details.
The reason Elizabeth Peters can be so precise when including …
The grand majority of Archer Mayor’s books follow Lt. Joe Gunther in his role within the Vermont Bureau of Investigation. Gunther has a keen instinct in his investigations that results in tense, heart-pounding moments in the Archer Mayor books in order as Gunther finds himself up against formidable foes.
Even though Archer Mayor has now lived in …
If you like archaeology, Norfolk settings, and character-driven crime stories, the Ruth Galloway books in order are best read from the beginning. Elly Griffiths’ series follows Dr. Ruth Galloway, a forensic archaeologist who gets pulled into police investigations whenever old bones and modern murders overlap.
I’m keeping this guide focused on Ruth Galloway. For Griffiths’ full author bibliography, including the …
Louise Penny writes the kind of mystery series that sneaks up on you, equal parts comfort and tension, with characters you actually miss between books. This guide lays out the Louise Penny books in order so you can follow the story the way it unfolds on the page.
Below you’ll find the full publication list from the first novel to …
The Queen of Suspense was a trailblazer within the mystery suspense genre. She didn’t become a published author until the second half of her life, but the Mary Higgins Clark books in order depict a full career that was met with awards and accolades.
Her books often feature a female main character who has the odds stacked against her, but …