Mari Jungstedt Reading Order
3 series · 22 books
Swedish crime novelist Mari Jungstedt has built her reputation on intricate mysteries set in sun-soaked Mediterranean locations that contrast sharply with dark criminal acts. Her Inspector Anders Knutas series, along with the Canary Island and Málagasviten mysteries, showcase her talent for complex plots and atmospheric storytelling across three distinct series totaling 22 novels. Since 2003, Jungstedt has combined her background in journalism with a gift for psychological tension, creating crime thrillers that appeal to readers seeking European detective fiction with international settings.
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Canary Island Series
Complete2 books (2014–2017)
Mari Jungstedt's Canary Island series consists of two mystery thrillers published between 2014 and 2017. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Darker Sky. These standalone yet connected novels blend crime mystery with the atmospheric setting of the Canary Islands.
Start with A Darker Sky / En mörkare himmel and read in order.
Start this series with A Darker Sky / En mörkare himmel
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Ongoing18 books (2003–2024)
The Inspector Anders Knutas series is a Swedish mystery thriller sequence spanning 18 books published between 2003 and 2024, with the series currently ongoing. Written by Mari Jungstedt, the books should be read in publication order to follow the detective's cases chronologically. The series begins with Unseen and continues through titles including Unspoken, The Inner Circle, and The Killer's Art, among others, tracking Knutas as he investigates crimes in the Gotland region.
Start with Unseen / Den du inte ser, the first of 18 books in the Inspector Anders Knutas series.
Start this series with Unseen / Den du inte ser
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Málagasviten Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2022)
Mari Jungstedt's Málagasviten is a two-book mystery thriller series set in Spain. The novels were released between 2020 and 2022 and should be read in publication order, beginning with Innan molnen kommer followed by Andra sidan månen. The series appears to be complete.
Start with Innan molnen kommer and read in order.
Start this series with Innan molnen kommer
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleFrequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Mari Jungstedt written?
- Mari Jungstedt has written 22 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Mari Jungstedt series?
- Here are the first books in Mari Jungstedt's series: Canary Island: A Darker Sky / En mörkare himmel; Inspector Anders Knutas: Unseen / Den du inte ser; Málagasviten: Innan molnen kommer.
- What order should I read Mari Jungstedt's books?
- We recommend reading Mari Jungstedt's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Mari Jungstedt still writing new books?
- Yes, Mari Jungstedt has 1 ongoing series: Inspector Anders Knutas.

