Alex Kava Reading Order
8 series · 35 books
Alex Kava writes gripping psychological thrillers featuring flawed protagonists navigating complex criminal investigations. Her signature series follows Maggie O'Dell, an FBI criminal profiler who tackles dark and twisted cases across numerous novels and short stories. With over thirty-five books spanning multiple series since 2000, Kava has established herself as a master of suspense who explores the psychological depths of crime and the toll it takes on those who investigate it.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2011–2012)
Start with First Thrills: Volume 4 and read in order.
Start this series with First Thrills: Volume 4
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Erica Spindler Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Maggie O'Dell Series
Complete12 books (2000–2017)
Start with A Perfect Evil, the first of 12 books in the Maggie O'Dell series.
Start this series with A Perfect Evil
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Maggie O'Dell Collections Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
Maggie O'Dell Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete5 books (2016–2016)
Start with A Breath of Hot Air, the first of 5 books in the Maggie O'Dell Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with A Breath of Hot Air
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Likely Complete9 books (2014–2026)
Start with Breaking Creed, the first of 8 books in the Ryder Creed series.
Start this series with Breaking Creed
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2010–2011)
Start with A Breath of Hot Air and read in order.
Start this series with A Breath of Hot Air
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Complete2 books (2004–2007)
Start with One False Move and read in order.
Start this series with One False Move
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Alex Kava written?
- Alex Kava has written 35 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Alex Kava series?
- Here are the first books in Alex Kava's series: Anthologies: First Thrills: Volume 4; Maggie O'Dell: A Perfect Evil; Maggie O'Dell Short Stories/Novellas: A Breath of Hot Air; Ryder Creed: Breaking Creed; Short Stories/Novellas: A Breath of Hot Air.
- What order should I read Alex Kava's books?
- We recommend reading Alex Kava's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Alex Kava's series complete?
- Alex Kava has 7 completed series.