Carlene O’Connor Reading Order
6 series · 38 books
Carlene O'Connor is an American mystery writer specializing in cozy crime fiction set in Ireland, with a particular focus on the picturesque villages and towns of County Kerry. Her prolific output spans multiple interconnected series including the Irish Village Mystery and Home to Ireland Mystery collections, featuring amateur detectives and local characters unraveling murders in charming small-town settings. With over three dozen books published since 2006, O'Connor has become a popular choice for readers who enjoy atmospheric European mysteries with strong community elements and engaging puzzle plots.
Anthologies Series
Complete7 books (2009–2024)
Start with Almost Home, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Almost Home
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County Kerry Mystery Series
Ongoing5 books (2022–2026)
Start with No Strangers Here, the first of 4 books in the County Kerry Mystery series.
Start this series with No Strangers Here
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Home to Ireland Mystery Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2023)
Start with Murder in Galway and read in order.
Start this series with Murder in Galway
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Irish Village Mystery Series
Ongoing12 books (2016–2026)
Start with Murder in an Irish Village, the first of 12 books in the Irish Village Mystery series.
Start this series with Murder in an Irish Village
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June's Journey Mystery Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete10 books (2006–2016)
Start with Accidentally Engaged(As: Mary Carter), the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Accidentally Engaged(As: Mary Carter)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Carlene O’Connor written?
- Carlene O’Connor has written 38 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Carlene O’Connor series?
- Here are the first books in Carlene O’Connor's series: Anthologies: Almost Home; County Kerry Mystery: No Strangers Here; Home to Ireland Mystery: Murder in Galway; Irish Village Mystery: Murder in an Irish Village.
- What order should I read Carlene O’Connor's books?
- We recommend reading Carlene O’Connor's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Carlene O’Connor still writing new books?
- Yes, Carlene O’Connor has 2 ongoing series: County Kerry Mystery, Irish Village Mystery.