Katherine Bolger Hyde Reading Order
3 series Β· 12 books
Katherine Bolger Hyde is an American mystery writer whose Crime with the Classics series reimagines traditional detective fiction through literary partnerships and puzzles. Her work spans literary mystery and thriller genres across a dozen novels published since 2009, blending classical references with contemporary storytelling. Based in California after years of moving across the country, Hyde crafts intricate plots that appeal to readers who enjoy both cerebral mysteries and literary depth.
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Crime With The Classics Series
Ongoing6 books (2016β2024)
Katherine Bolger Hyde's Crime With The Classics series blends mystery and literary fiction across six installments published from 2016 to 2024, with more books forthcoming. Each entry pairs a classic author with a contemporary murder investigation, beginning with Arsenic with Austen and continuing through Bloodstains with Bronte, Cyanide with Christie, Death with Dostoevsky, Fatality with Forster, and Hanging with Hugo. The series should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected narratives and character development. This ongoing series combines the appeal of classic literature with modern detective work.
Start with Arsenic with Austen, the first of 6 books in the Crime With The Classics series.
Start this series with Arsenic with Austen
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Arsenic with Austen |
| 2 | Bloodstains with Bronte |
| 3 | Cyanide with Christie |
| 4 | Death with Dostoevsky |
| 5 | Fatality with Forster |
| 6 | Hanging with Hugo |
Picture Series
Complete2 books (2009β2018)
Katherine Bolger Hyde's Picture series comprises two standalone mystery novels published between 2009 and 2018. Begin with Lucia: Saint of Light, followed by Everything Tells Us About God, reading them in publication order for the intended narrative progression. This complete series blends mystery and thriller elements with literary fiction sensibilities, offering readers a finished arc across both books.
Start with Lucia: Saint of Light and read in order.
Start this series with Lucia: Saint of Light
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Lucia: Saint of Light |
| 2 | Everything Tells Us About God |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2016β2024)
Katherine Bolger Hyde has written four standalone mystery and literary fiction novels published between 2016 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. Each book can be read independently, though readers should begin with The Dome-Singer of Falenda, followed by After He's Gone, Gina Washington Slept Here, and The Vestibule of Heaven in publication order. These works blend mystery and thriller elements with literary fiction sensibilities across their interconnected yet separate narratives.
Start with The Dome-Singer of Falenda, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Dome-Singer of Falenda
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Dome-Singer of Falenda |
| 2 | After Heβs Gone |
| 3 | Gina Washington Slept Here |
| 4 | The Vestibule of Heaven |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Katherine Bolger Hyde written?
- Katherine Bolger Hyde has written 12 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Katherine Bolger Hyde series?
- Here are the first books in Katherine Bolger Hyde's series: Crime With The Classics: Arsenic with Austen; Picture: Lucia: Saint of Light.
- What order should I read Katherine Bolger Hyde's books?
- We recommend reading Katherine Bolger Hyde's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Katherine Bolger Hyde still writing new books?
- Yes, Katherine Bolger Hyde has 2 ongoing series: Crime With The Classics, Standalone Novels.

