Dennis Lehane Reading Order
9 series · 152 books · Born 4 August 1965
Dennis Lehane is a prolific American writer known for his compelling blend of mystery and crime fiction. With an impressive collection of 152 works spread across nine series, including the Kenzie & Gennaro and Coughlin series, he has captivated readers with his narrative depth and thrilling plots. His notable works include the critically acclaimed novels that inspired award-winning films, such as Mystic River and Shutter Island, marking his influence in both literature and cinema from 1994 to 2025.
Akashic Noir Series
Ongoing121 books (2002–2025)
Start with San Francisco Noir, the first of 121 books in the Akashic Noir series.
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| 1 | San Francisco Noir 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Bronx Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Seattle Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 20 |  Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete10 books (2002–2021)
Start with The Mighty Johns, the first of 10 books in the Anthologies series.
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| 1 |  The Mighty Johns 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | By Hook or By Crook and 27 More of the Best Crime and Mystery Stories of the Year 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Best American Mystery Stories 2010 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | In Pursuit of Spenser 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Vengeance 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  FaceOff 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Trouble in the Heartland 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Best American Mystery Stories 2015 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Exit Wounds 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Collectibles 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Coughlin Series
Complete3 books (2008–2015)
Start with The Given Day and read in order.
Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2003–2003)
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| 1 |  Shutter Island 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
Kenzie & Gennaro Series
Complete6 books (1994–2010)
Start with A Drink Before the War, the first of 6 books in the Kenzie & Gennaro series.
Michael Connelly Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2012–2014)
Start with The Safe Man: A Ghost Story(By: Michael Connelly) and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2009–2014)
Start with Animal Rescue and read in order.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
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| 1 | Coronado 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete5 books (2001–2023)
Start with Mystic River, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Dennis Lehane written?
- Dennis Lehane has written 152 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Dennis Lehane series?
- Here are the first books in Dennis Lehane's series: Akashic Noir: San Francisco Noir; Anthologies: The Mighty Johns; Coughlin: The Given Day; Kenzie & Gennaro: A Drink Before the War; Michael Connelly Short Stories/Novellas: The Safe Man: A Ghost Story(By: Michael Connelly).
- What order should I read Dennis Lehane's books?
- We recommend reading Dennis Lehane's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Dennis Lehane still writing new books?
- Yes, Dennis Lehane has 1 ongoing series: Akashic Noir.