Laurie R. King Reading Order
11 series · 64 books · Born 1952
Laurie R. King is a prolific mystery and historical fiction author whose genre-spanning work has earned her the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master award and numerous accolades including Edgar, Anthony, and Agatha Awards. She is best known for her Mary Russell series, which reimagines Sherlock Holmes through the eyes of his brilliant female partner, beginning with The Beekeeper's Apprentice, recognized as one of the twentieth century's finest crime novels. With over sixty books across multiple series including the Kate Martinelli investigations and standalone works blending literary depth with page-turning plots, King has established herself as a major voice in contemporary mystery and historical fiction since 1993.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete13 books (1999–2021)
Start with Irreconcilable Differences, the first of 13 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Irreconcilable Differences
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Folly Island Series
Complete1 book (2001–2001)
Harris Stuyvesant Series
Complete2 books (2007–2013)
Start with Touchstone and read in order.
Start this series with Touchstone
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Kate Martinelli Series
Complete6 books (1993–2019)
Start with A Grave Talent, the first of 6 books in the Kate Martinelli series.
Start this series with A Grave Talent
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Mary Russell Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes Series
Ongoing24 books (1994–2025)
Start with The Beekeeper's Apprentice, the first of 24 books in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series.
Start this series with The Beekeeper's Apprentice
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Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2011–2016)
Start with Beekeeping for Beginners and read in order.
Start this series with Beekeeping for Beginners
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Complete3 books (2012–2013)
Start with The Arvon Book of Crime and Thriller Writing and read in order.
Start this series with The Arvon Book of Crime and Thriller Writing
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Raquel Laing Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing4 books (1999–2025)
Start with Paleta Man, the first of 4 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with Paleta Man
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleStandalone Novels Series
Likely Complete6 books (1998–2022)
Start with A Darker Place, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with A Darker Place
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Laurie R. King written?
- Laurie R. King has written 64 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Laurie R. King series?
- Here are the first books in Laurie R. King's series: Anthologies: Irreconcilable Differences; Harris Stuyvesant: Touchstone; Kate Martinelli: A Grave Talent; Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes: The Beekeeper's Apprentice; Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes Short Stories/Novellas: Beekeeping for Beginners.
- What order should I read Laurie R. King's books?
- We recommend reading Laurie R. King's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Laurie R. King still writing new books?
- Yes, Laurie R. King has 2 ongoing series: Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes, Short Stories/Novellas.