Gunnar Staalesen Reading Order
3 series · 16 books · Born 1947
Gunnar Staalesen is a prominent Norwegian author recognized for his contributions to the Nordic noir crime genre. With an impressive catalog of 16 books spanning three series, including the acclaimed Varg Veum and Dumbo og Maskefjes, he has captivated readers since 1975. His work, celebrated for its gripping narratives, has earned him significant acclaim and a global readership.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2010–2010)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copenhagen Noir 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
Dumbo og Maskefjes Series
Complete1 book (1975–1975)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rygg i rand, to i spann 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
Varg Veum Series
Ongoing14 books (1979–2024)
Start with Yours Until Death, the first of 14 books in the Varg Veum series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Yours Until Death 1979Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  At Night All Wolves Are Grey 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Fallen Angels 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Writing on the Wall 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Consorts of Death 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Cold Hearts 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  We Shall Inherit the Wind 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Where Roses Never Die 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Wolves in the Dark 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Big Sister 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Wolves at the Door 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Bitter Flowers 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Mirror Image 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Pursued by Death 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Gunnar Staalesen written?
- Gunnar Staalesen has written 16 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1975 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Gunnar Staalesen series?
- Here are the first books in Gunnar Staalesen's series: Varg Veum: Yours Until Death.
- What order should I read Gunnar Staalesen's books?
- We recommend reading Gunnar Staalesen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Gunnar Staalesen still writing new books?
- Yes, Gunnar Staalesen has 1 ongoing series: Varg Veum.