Michael Nava Reading Order
5 series · 16 books
Michael Nava is an American attorney and crime fiction writer whose legal expertise informs his mystery novels. He is best known for his Henry Rios series, a ten-book collection following a gay criminal defense attorney navigating complex cases and personal challenges. Beyond his detective fiction, Nava has contributed to various anthologies and written short works that explore themes of justice, identity, and the legal system.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (1989–2017)
Start with Finale and read in order.
Start this series with Finale
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1994–1994)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (1997–2014)
Start with Unlived Lives and read in order.
Start this series with Unlived Lives
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The Henry Rios Mysteries Series
Likely Complete9 books (1986–2021)
Start with Lay Your Sleeping Head / The Little Death, the first of 9 books in the The Henry Rios Mysteries series.
Start this series with Lay Your Sleeping Head / The Little Death
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael Nava written?
- Michael Nava has written 16 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1986 to 2021.
- What is the first book in each Michael Nava series?
- Here are the first books in Michael Nava's series: Anthologies: Finale; The Henry Rios Mysteries: Lay Your Sleeping Head / The Little Death.
- What order should I read Michael Nava's books?
- We recommend reading Michael Nava's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Michael Nava's series complete?
- Michael Nava has 4 completed series.