Donna Leon Reading Order
4 series · 42 books · Born 1942-09-28
Donna Leon is an American writer best known for her long-running Commissario Guido Brunetti mystery series, which unfolds across the canals and palaces of Venice, Italy. Her crime novels, written originally in English and translated into numerous languages, combine atmospheric Italian settings with psychological depth and social commentary. Leon has published over forty books including standalone literary fiction and non-fiction works, establishing herself as a major voice in European crime fiction since the early 1990s.
Guido Brunetti Series
Ongoing33 books (1992–2024)
Start with Death at La Fenice, the first of 33 books in the Guido Brunetti series.
Start this series with Death at La Fenice
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Guido Brunetti Companion Series
Complete2 books (2009–2019)
Start with Brunetti's Cookbook(With: Roberta Pianaro) and read in order.
Start this series with Brunetti's Cookbook(With: Roberta Pianaro)
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Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing6 books (2010–2025)
Start with Handel's Bestiary: In Search of Animals in Handel's Operas, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Handel's Bestiary: In Search of Animals in Handel's Operas
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Donna Leon written?
- Donna Leon has written 42 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Donna Leon series?
- Here are the first books in Donna Leon's series: Guido Brunetti: Death at La Fenice; Guido Brunetti Companion: Brunetti's Cookbook(With: Roberta Pianaro); Non-Fiction: Handel's Bestiary: In Search of Animals in Handel's Operas.
- What order should I read Donna Leon's books?
- We recommend reading Donna Leon's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Donna Leon still writing new books?
- Yes, Donna Leon has 2 ongoing series: Guido Brunetti, Non-Fiction.