Jo Dereske Reading Order
5 series · 20 books
Jo Dereske was an American author known for her engaging mystery and children’s literature. With a diverse portfolio, she has penned 20 books across five series, including the popular Miss Zukas and Ruby Crane, along with standalone novels, short story collections, and non-fiction works. Active from 1985 to 2014, Dereske's storytelling captivated readers with its clever plots and relatable characters.
Miss Zukas Series
Complete12 books (1994–2011)
Start with Miss Zukas and the Library Murders, the first of 12 books in the Miss Zukas series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Miss Zukas and the Library Murders 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Miss Zukas and the Island Murders 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Miss Zukas and the Stroke of Death 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Miss Zukas and the Raven's Dance 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Out of Circulation 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Final Notice 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Miss Zukas in Death's Shadow 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Miss Zukas Shelves the Evidence 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Bookmarked to Die 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Catalogue of Death 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Index to Murder 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Farewell, Miss Zukas 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | All of Us at the Same Time 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Ruby Crane Series
Complete3 books (1996–1998)
Start with Savage Cut and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Savage Cut 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Cut and Dry 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Short Cut 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ten Tales 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (1985–1991)
Start with Glom Gloom and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Glom Gloom 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Lone Sentinel 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  My Cousin, the Poodle 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jo Dereske written?
- Jo Dereske has written 20 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2014.
- What is the first book in each Jo Dereske series?
- Here are the first books in Jo Dereske's series: Miss Zukas: Miss Zukas and the Library Murders; Ruby Crane: Savage Cut.
- What order should I read Jo Dereske's books?
- We recommend reading Jo Dereske's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Jo Dereske's series complete?
- Jo Dereske has 5 completed series.