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Laurie R. King

1 series 10 books in order 1995–2010

Laurie R. King is an American novelist known for her 30 novels and other works, including the Mary Russell-Sherlock Holmes series. Her novel The Beekeeper’s Apprentice was selected as one of the “20th Century’s Best Crime Novels” by the IMBA. She has received numerous awards, including the Agatha, Anthony, Creasey, Edgar, Lambda, Macavity, Wolfe, and Romantic Times Career Achievement awards. King holds an honorary doctorate in theology and is a Baker Street Irregular. In 2022, she was named Grand Master by Mystery Writers of America. She co-edited How to Write a Mystery with Lee Child and has a new contemporary series featuring SFPD Inspector Raquel Laing, beginning with Back to the Garden.

Born
1952
Active years
1995–2010
Known for
Mary Russell

Series by Laurie R. King

Mary Russell

10 books in order · 1995–2010

Frequently asked questions

How many books has Laurie R. King written?

We list 10 books by Laurie R. King across 1 series, published between 1995–2010 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Laurie R. King's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The Game.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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