Lars Kepler Reading Order
2 series · 13 books
Lars Kepler is the pen name of Swedish writing duo Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril, who have built an international following through their crime fiction exploring dark psychological themes. The pair is best known for the Joona Linna series, a sequence of Nordic noir novels centered on a tenacious detective navigating complex murder investigations, which has achieved massive commercial success across multiple languages and decades. Beyond their signature franchise, they have also published standalone thrillers that showcase their range within the mystery genre, establishing them as major figures in contemporary Scandinavian crime fiction.
Detective Inspector Joona Linna Series
Ongoing10 books (2009–2025)
Start with The Hypnotist, the first of 10 books in the Detective Inspector Joona Linna series.
Start this series with The Hypnotist
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (2016–2026)
Start this series with Playground
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleFrequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Lars Kepler written?
- Lars Kepler has written 13 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Lars Kepler series?
- Here are the first books in Lars Kepler's series: Detective Inspector Joona Linna: The Hypnotist.
- What order should I read Lars Kepler's books?
- We recommend reading Lars Kepler's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Lars Kepler still writing new books?
- Yes, Lars Kepler has 1 ongoing series: Detective Inspector Joona Linna.