Sujata Massey Reading Order
7 series · 26 books · Born 1964
Sujata Massey is an acclaimed American author known for her engaging mystery novels and historical fiction. Over her writing career from 1997 to 2026, she has published 26 books across seven series, including the popular Perveen Mistry series and the Rei Shimura mysteries. Her works have captivated readers worldwide, showcasing her talent for weaving intricate plots and rich cultural contexts.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2009–2016)
Start with Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense and read in order.
Perveen Mistry Series
Ongoing5 books (2018–2026)
Start with The Widows of Malabar Hill, the first of 5 books in the Perveen Mistry series.
Rei Shimura Series
Complete11 books (1997–2014)
Start with The Salaryman's Wife, the first of 11 books in the Rei Shimura series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Salaryman's Wife 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Zen Attitude 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Flower Master 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Floating Girl 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Bride's Kimono 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Samurai's Daughter 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Pearl Diver 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Typhoon Lover 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Girl in a Box 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Shimura Trouble 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Kizuna Coast 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Rei Shimura Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Convenience Boy and Other Stories of Japan 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Rei Shimura Short Stories Series
Complete3 books (2011–2011)
Start with Junior High Samurai and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Ayah's Tale 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (2013–2013)
Start with The City of Palaces and read in order.
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.