John Straley Reading Order
5 series · 15 books · Born 1953
John Straley is an Alaska-based mystery writer whose work blends literary sophistication with crime fiction, featuring the private detective Cecil Younger and other intricate narratives set against the backdrop of Southeast Alaska. Over three decades of publishing, he has crafted diverse collections and standalone novels that showcase his background as a poet, bringing lyrical depth to his explorations of mystery and human complexity. His fifteen books reveal a writer equally comfortable with series work and experimental standalone fiction, establishing him as a distinctive voice in contemporary American mystery literature.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2004–2004)
Cecil Younger Series
Likely Complete8 books (1992–2021)
Start with The Woman Who Married a Bear, the first of 8 books in the Cecil Younger series.
Start this series with The Woman Who Married a Bear
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Cold Storage Series
Likely Complete4 books (2008–2022)
Start with The Big Both Ways, the first of 4 books in the Cold Storage series.
Start this series with The Big Both Ways
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Collections Series
Complete1 book (2008–2008)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2024–2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has John Straley written?
- John Straley has written 15 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each John Straley series?
- Here are the first books in John Straley's series: Cecil Younger: The Woman Who Married a Bear; Cold Storage: The Big Both Ways.
- What order should I read John Straley's books?
- We recommend reading John Straley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are John Straley's series complete?
- John Straley has 3 completed series.