Sujata Massey Reading Order
7 series · 26 books · Born 1964
Sujata Massey is an American mystery and historical fiction writer whose work has reached readers across multiple continents in numerous languages. She is best known for her Rei Shimura series, featuring a Japanese-American protagonist navigating mysteries in Japan and beyond, and her Perveen Mistry series, which brings 1920s India to life through the eyes of a widowed Parsi lawyer. With over two dozen books published since 1997, Massey crafts intricate plots that blend cultural detail with compelling detective work, earning her a devoted international readership.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2009–2016)
Start with Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense and read in order.
Start this series with Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense
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Perveen Mistry Series
Ongoing5 books (2018–2026)
Start with The Widows of Malabar Hill, the first of 5 books in the Perveen Mistry series.
Start this series with The Widows of Malabar Hill
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Rei Shimura Series
Complete11 books (1997–2014)
Start with The Salaryman's Wife, the first of 11 books in the Rei Shimura series.
Start this series with The Salaryman's Wife
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Rei Shimura Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Rei Shimura Short Stories Series
Complete3 books (2011–2011)
Start with Junior High Samurai and read in order.
Start this series with Junior High Samurai
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Complete1 book (2013–2013)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (2013–2013)
Start with The City of Palaces and read in order.
Start this series with The City of Palaces
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Sujata Massey written?
- Sujata Massey has written 26 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Sujata Massey series?
- Here are the first books in Sujata Massey's series: Anthologies: Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense; Perveen Mistry: The Widows of Malabar Hill; Rei Shimura: The Salaryman's Wife; Rei Shimura Short Stories: Junior High Samurai.
- What order should I read Sujata Massey's books?
- We recommend reading Sujata Massey's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Sujata Massey still writing new books?
- Yes, Sujata Massey has 1 ongoing series: Perveen Mistry.