How many books has Michael Harvey written?

Michael Harvey has written 8 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2018.

What is the first book in each Michael Harvey series?

Here are the first books in Michael Harvey's series: Michael Kelly: The Chicago Way.

What order should I read Michael Harvey's books?

We recommend reading Michael Harvey's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Are Michael Harvey's series complete?

Michael Harvey has 2 completed series.

Michael Harvey Reading Order

2 series · 8 books

Literary Fiction Mystery & Thriller

Michael Harvey is an acclaimed American crime writer and journalist whose gritty mysteries explore the underbelly of modern Chicago. Best known for his Michael Kelly private detective series, Harvey crafts intricate plots that blend hard-boiled noir sensibilities with literary depth. His work spans both series fiction and standalone novels, establishing him as a versatile voice in contemporary mystery and thriller writing.

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Michael Kelly Series

Complete

5 books (2007–2015)

Michael Harvey's Michael Kelly series consists of five mystery thrillers published between 2007 and 2015 in publication order, beginning with The Chicago Way and concluding with The Governor's Wife. The complete series follows the investigations of private detective Michael Kelly as he navigates the darker corners of Chicago's criminal underworld and political landscape. Read these books sequentially, starting with the first entry, to fully appreciate the character development and interconnected cases that define this noir-influenced detective series.

Start with The Chicago Way, the first of 5 books in the Michael Kelly series.

Start this series with The Chicago Way

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4	We All Fall Down 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Governor's Wife 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2018)

Michael Harvey's three-book collection spans from 2013 to 2018 and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Innocence Game. Each novel stands alone as an independent mystery and thriller, though reading them sequentially offers the most cohesive experience with the author's evolving literary voice. The series is complete, providing readers with a finished collection of Harvey's work in this genre.

Start with The Innocence Game and read in order.

Start this series with The Innocence Game