Bryan Gruley Reading Order
4 series · 8 books
Bryan Gruley is an American author who has earned recognition as both a journalist and fiction writer, having shared a Pulitzer Prize for his reporting and received an Edgar Award nomination for his debut novel. His mystery and thriller fiction spans multiple series including Starvation Lake and Bleak Harbor, which blend literary depth with suspenseful plotting. Gruley has published seven books across mysteries, thrillers, and nonfiction since 1993, drawing on his background in investigative journalism to inform his crime narratives.
Bitterfrost Series
Complete2 books (2025–2026)
Start this series with Bitterfrost
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Complete2 books (2018–2020)
Start with Bleak Harbor and read in order.
Start this series with Bleak Harbor
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1993–1993)
Starvation Lake Mystery Series
Complete3 books (2009–2012)
Start with Starvation Lake and read in order.
Start this series with Starvation Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Bryan Gruley written?
- Bryan Gruley has written 8 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Bryan Gruley series?
- Here are the first books in Bryan Gruley's series: Bitterfrost: Bitterfrost; Bleak Harbor: Bleak Harbor; Starvation Lake Mystery: Starvation Lake.
- What order should I read Bryan Gruley's books?
- We recommend reading Bryan Gruley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Bryan Gruley's series complete?
- Bryan Gruley has 4 completed series.