
Andrea Kane Reading Order
12 series Β· 39 books
Andrea Kane is an American author who blends mystery, romance, and psychological depth across multiple interconnected series. Her prolific output includes the Forensic Instincts franchise, which follows a team of investigators solving complex crimes, as well as the Barrett and Parker series that explore darker psychological themes alongside compelling relationships. With nearly four decades of publishing experience and over thirty-nine books to her name, Kane has established herself as a versatile storyteller who crafts intricate plots that appeal to readers seeking intelligent suspense wrapped in character-driven narratives.
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2001β2012)
Andrea Kane edited two mystery and romance anthologies published over a decade apart, with Wait Until Dark appearing in 2001 followed by Love is Murder in 2012. Both collections are complete and should be read in publication order. These anthologies showcase the author's range across mystery, thriller, romance, and literary fiction genres.
Start with Wait Until Dark and read in order.
Start this series with Wait Until Dark
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Wait Until Dark |
| 2 | Love is Murder |
Barrett Series
Complete2 books (1991β1994)
The Barrett series consists of two contemporary romance mysteries published in the early 1990s. Andrea Kane's complete duology should be read in publication order, beginning with My Heart's Desire, followed by Samantha. Both books blend mystery, thriller, and romance elements within a literary fiction framework.
Start with My Heart's Desire and read in order.
Start this series with My Heart's Desire
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | My Heart's Desire |
| 2 | Samantha |
Black Diamond Series
Complete2 books (1997β1997)
Andrea Kane's Black Diamond series comprises two mystery-thriller novels published in 1997, both of which should be read in publication order beginning with Legacy of the Diamond. This completed duology blends suspenseful mystery with romantic elements and literary fiction, following a continuous narrative arc across both installments. The series concludes with The Black Diamond.
Start with Legacy of the Diamond and read in order.
Start this series with Legacy of the Diamond
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| 1 | Legacy of the Diamond |
| 2 | The Black Diamond |
FBI/Burbank and Parker Series
Complete2 books (2008β2009)
Andrea Kane's FBI/Burbank and Parker series is a two-book mystery thriller romance that follows a complete arc when read in publication order. Twisted arrived in 2008, followed by Drawn in Blood in 2009, making this a brief but focused series. These standalone-adjacent novels blend suspenseful crime investigation with romantic elements and literary depth, appealing to readers who enjoy FBI procedurals with character-driven storytelling.
Start with Twisted and read in order.
Start this series with Twisted
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| 1 | Twisted |
| 2 | Drawn in Blood |
Forensic Instincts Series
Ongoing11 books (2011β2026)
Andrea Kane's Forensic Instincts series comprises eleven books published between 2011 and 2026, with the most recent entry still forthcoming. This ongoing mystery and thriller series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Girl Who Disappeared Twice and continuing through Dead in a Week, No Stone Unturned, At Any Cost, Struck Dead, and the final installment Life or Death. The series blends mystery, thriller, and romantic elements across its interconnected cases and character development.
Start with The Girl Who Disappeared Twice, the first of 11 books in the Forensic Instincts series.
Start this series with The Girl Who Disappeared Twice
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Girl Who Disappeared Twice |
| 2 | The Line Between Here and Gone |
| 3 | The Stranger You Know |
| 4 | The Silence That Speaks |
| 5 | The Murder That Never Was |
| 6 | A Face to Die for |
| 7 | Dead in a Week |
| 8 | No Stone Unturned |
| 9 | At Any Cost |
| 10 | Struck Dead |
| 11 | Life or Death |
Kingsley In Love/Kingsley Family Series
Complete2 books (1994β1996)
The Kingsley Family series by Andrea Kane contains two complete novels published between 1994 and 1996. Both Echoes in the Mist and Wishes in the Wind should be read in publication order to experience the full story arc. This romance and mystery series follows the interconnected lives of the Kingsley family across these two standalone yet related narratives.
Start with Echoes in the Mist and read in order.
Start this series with Echoes in the Mist
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Echoes in the Mist |
| 2 | Wishes in the Wind |
Pete 'Monty' Montgomery Series
Complete2 books (2005β2007)
Andrea Kane's Pete "Monty" Montgomery series consists of two complete mystery thrillers published between 2005 and 2007. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Wrong Place, Wrong Time followed by Dark Room. This short series blends mystery, thriller, and romance elements within a literary fiction framework.
Start with Wrong Place, Wrong Time and read in order.
Start this series with Wrong Place, Wrong Time
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| 1 | Wrong Place, Wrong Time |
| 2 | Dark Room |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2012β2012)
Andrea Kane's two-book collection of mystery and thriller novellas spans 2012, presenting interconnected short fiction that combines romance and literary elements. Both Lockdown and Stone Cold should be read in publication order to experience the complete series. This finished collection is ideal for readers seeking shorter narrative formats within Kane's signature thriller and mystery style.
Start with Lockdown and read in order.
Start this series with Lockdown
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| 1 | Lockdown |
| 2 | Stone Cold |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1995β1995)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Gift of Love |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete8 books (1992β2005)
Andrea Kane's eight standalone novels span from 1992 to 2005, with each book offering an independent mystery and thriller narrative. These complete works are best read in publication order beginning with Dream Castle, followed by Masque of Betrayal, Emerald Garden, The Music Box, Run for Your Life, No Way Out, Scent of Danger, and I'll Be Watching You. While each novel functions as its own story, reading them chronologically provides insight into the author's evolving style across the thirteen-year period.
Start with Dream Castle, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Dream Castle
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Dream Castle |
| 2 | Masque of Betrayal |
| 3 | Emerald Garden |
| 4 | The Music Box |
| 5 | Run for Your Life |
| 6 | No Way Out |
| 7 | Scent of Danger |
| 8 | I'll Be Watching You |
The Colby's Coin Series
Complete2 books (1999β1999)
Andrea Kane's complete Colby's Coin series consists of two mystery thrillers published in 1999. Read The Gold Coin first, followed by The Silver Coin, as the stories build on one another and are best experienced in publication order. This two-book series blends mystery, romance, and literary fiction elements into a cohesive narrative arc.
Start with The Gold Coin and read in order.
Start this series with The Gold Coin
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| 1 | The Gold Coin |
| 2 | The Silver Coin |
Thornton Series
Complete3 books (1995β1998)
Andrea Kane's Thornton series comprises three mystery thrillers blending romance and literary elements, published between 1995 and 1998. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with The Last Duke, followed by Yuletide Treasure, and concluding with The Theft. Each book builds upon the previous installments, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the interconnected narrative.
Start with The Last Duke and read in order.
Start this series with The Last Duke
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Last Duke |
| 2 | Yuletide Treasure |
| 3 | The Theft |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Andrea Kane written?
- Andrea Kane has written 39 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Andrea Kane series?
- Here are the first books in Andrea Kane's series: Anthologies: Wait Until Dark; Barrett: My Heart's Desire; Black Diamond: Legacy of the Diamond; FBI/Burbank and Parker: Twisted; Forensic Instincts: The Girl Who Disappeared Twice.
- What order should I read Andrea Kane's books?
- We recommend reading Andrea Kane's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Andrea Kane still writing new books?
- Yes, Andrea Kane has 1 ongoing series: Forensic Instincts.

