Karen Kijewski Reading Order
1 series · 9 books
Karen Kijewski is an American mystery writer whose career centers on the Kat Colorado series, a nine-book collection of hard-boiled detective novels published throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Her work blends classic noir sensibilities with the perspective of a tough, independent female protagonist navigating Sacramento's criminal underworld. Kijewski's novels are characterized by sharp dialogue, intricate plotting, and a protagonist who handles cases with equal parts cunning and moral conviction.
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Kat Colorado Series
Complete9 books (1988–1998)
Karen Kijewski's Kat Colorado mystery series spans nine complete books published between 1988 and 1998, following the cases of private investigator Kat Colorado through Sacramento and beyond. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Katwalk and concluding with Stray Kat Waltz, as each installment builds on Kat's character development and ongoing relationships. This standalone yet interconnected series showcases Kijewski's signature blend of mystery, humor, and sharp characterization across the detective's investigations and personal life.
Start with Katwalk, the first of 9 books in the Kat Colorado series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Karen Kijewski written?
- Karen Kijewski has written 9 books across 1 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 1998.
- What is the first book in each Karen Kijewski series?
- Here are the first books in Karen Kijewski's series: Kat Colorado: Katwalk.
- Are Karen Kijewski's series complete?
- Karen Kijewski has 1 completed series.