Jo Dereske Reading Order
5 series · 20 books
Jo Dereske is an American mystery writer whose career spans from 1985 to 2014, encompassing twenty books across multiple series and standalone works. She is best known for her Miss Zukas mystery series, which follows a librarian protagonist navigating crime and intrigue. Dereske's diverse bibliography also includes young adult novels, short story collections, and nonfiction works, demonstrating her range across the mystery and thriller genres.
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Miss Zukas Series
Complete12 books (1994–2011)
Jo Dereske's Miss Zukas series comprises twelve mystery novels featuring a librarian detective, published between 1994 and 2011. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Miss Zukas and the Library Murders and concluding with Farewell, Miss Zukas. These mysteries blend cozy detective work with library settings and are crafted for readers who enjoy genre mysteries with literary themes.
Start with Miss Zukas and the Library Murders, the first of 12 books in the Miss Zukas series.
Start this series with Miss Zukas and the Library Murders
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
Ruby Crane Series
Complete3 books (1996–1998)
The Ruby Crane series is a three-book mystery collection completed between 1996 and 1998. All three novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Savage Cut and continuing through Cut and Dry and Short Cut. This complete series blends mystery and thriller elements with young adult appeal.
Start with Savage Cut and read in order.
Start this series with Savage Cut
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Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (1985–1991)
Jo Dereske wrote three standalone mystery novels between 1985 and 1991 that are now complete. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Glom Gloom, followed by The Lone Sentinel, and concluding with My Cousin, the Poodle. Each novel can be enjoyed independently, though reading them chronologically provides the best experience of Dereske's evolving storytelling in the mystery and young adult genres.
Start with Glom Gloom and read in order.
Start this series with Glom Gloom
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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.