Kathleen Delaney Reading Order
2 series · 9 books
Kathleen Delaney crafts engaging mystery novels featuring memorable protagonists, including the Ellen McKenzie series and her Mary McGill Dog Mystery books. Publishing across nearly two decades, she has built a body of work that blends traditional detective storytelling with accessible, character-driven narratives. Her nine novels appeal to readers who enjoy cozy mysteries with well-developed plots and relatable protagonists.
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Ellen McKenzie Series
Complete5 books (2002–2013)
Kathleen Delaney's Ellen McKenzie series comprises five mysteries published between 2002 and 2013, with the complete saga now closed. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Dying For a Change and continuing through Give First Place to Murder, And Murder for Dessert, Murder Half-Baked, and concluding with Murder by Syllabub. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential for following the full arc of this cozy mystery series.
Start with Dying For a Change, the first of 5 books in the Ellen McKenzie series.
Start this series with Dying For a Change
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Mary McGill Dog Mystery Series
Complete4 books (2015–2019)
The Mary McGill Dog Mystery series comprises four complete novels published between 2015 and 2019. Reading these cozy mysteries in publication order beginning with Purebred Dead provides the intended narrative experience. The series concludes with Dressed to Kill, making it an ideal choice for mystery fans seeking a finished story arc.
Start with Purebred Dead, the first of 4 books in the Mary McGill Dog Mystery series.
Start this series with Purebred Dead
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kathleen Delaney written?
- Kathleen Delaney has written 9 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2019.
- What is the first book in each Kathleen Delaney series?
- Here are the first books in Kathleen Delaney's series: Ellen McKenzie: Dying For a Change; Mary McGill Dog Mystery: Purebred Dead.
- What order should I read Kathleen Delaney's books?
- We recommend reading Kathleen Delaney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Kathleen Delaney's series complete?
- Kathleen Delaney has 2 completed series.