All 36+ Donna Leon Books In Order (+Printable Booklist)
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If you’re looking for a complete list of Donna Leon books in order, featuring her beloved Commissario Brunetti mysteries set in Venice, you’ve come to the right place. This post includes her full publication order, upcoming releases, and a handy printable booklist PDF to help you keep track – whether you’re reading for ambiance, intrigue, or Italian charm.
Key Takeaways: Donna Leon Books In Order
Most Recent + Upcoming Donna Leon New Book Releases
- So You Shall Reap – 2023
- A Refiner’s Fire – 2024
Donna Leon Brunetti Books In Order
Below, the books are organized by the Commissario Brunetti series, followed by her standalone novel and nonfiction works, including essays, history, and cookbooks related to Venice.
Commissario Guido Brunetti Series (by publication year)
- Death At La Fenice – 1992
- Death In A Strange Country – 1993
- Dressed For Death – 1994
- Death And Judgment – 1995
- Acqua Alta – 1996
- Quietly In Their Sleep – 1997
- A Noble Radiance – 1998
- Fatal Remedies – 1999
- Friends In High Places – 2000
- A Sea Of Troubles – 2001
- Willful Behaviour – 2002
- Uniform Justice – 2003
- Doctored Evidence – 2004
- Blood From A Stone – 2005
- Through A Glass Darkly -2006
- Suffer The Little Children – 2007
- The Girl Of His Dreams – 2008
- About Face – 2009
- A Question Of Belief – 2010
- Drawing Conclusions – 2011
- Beastly Things – 2012
- The Golden Egg – 2013
- By Its Cover – 2014
- Falling In Love – 2015
- The Waters Of Eternal Youth – 2016
- Earthly Remains – 2017
- The Temptation Of Forgiveness – 2018
- Unto Us A Son Is Given – 2019
- Trace Elements – 2020
- Transient Desires – 2021
- Give Unto Others – 2022
- So You Shall Reap – 2023
- A Refiner’s Fire – 2024
Commissario Guido Brunetti – Non-Fiction
You might be wondering how there can be a non-fiction book about the fictional character Commissario Guido Brunetti!
If you’ve already read the Guido Brunetti series, you’ll know that Paola Brunetti (Guido’s wife) cooks delicious meals for her family. Food plays an important part in many Italian families, and such is certainly the case with the fictional Brunetti family.
Donna Leon has put together this book of culinary stories, along with recipes by Roberta Pianaro, so that we can enjoy delicious meals similar to what the Brunetti family enjoys in the book series.
- A Taste Of Venice: At Table With Brunetti – 2009
Standalone Novels
- The Jewels Of Paradise – 2012
Other Non-Fiction
- Handel’s Bestiary – 2011
- Venetian Curiosities – 2012
- My Venice and Other Essays – 2013
- Gondola – 2014
- Backstage: Stories of a Writing Life – August, 2025
Donna Leon Printable Booklist
FAQs About Donna Leon Books
Can I read Donna Leon books out of order?
Yes, you can jump into any Brunetti mystery and follow the story. But reading in order gives added depth to character relationships and recurring themes.
What is the order of the Brunetti books?
The correct reading order of the Commissario Brunetti book series is in the order in which they were published. The books are shown above in the order of publication, so you should read them in the order shown here in this post.
Does Donna Leon write in Italian?
No. She writes in English. She does not translate into Italian to preserve her anonymity in Venice.
Are the Brunetti books violent?
Leon’s style is low-violence, character-driven mystery, focusing on societal issues, morality, and Venice’s backdrop more than gore.
Conclusion: Donna Leon Books In Order
Whether you’re reading in order or dipping in for a dose of Venetian intrigue, Donna Leon offers a refreshing change of pace in crime fiction. If you’re craving more mysteries in this style, check out our Ultimate Guide to Mystery Books for even more authors and titles to explore.
Happy Reading!
📚 Did You Know?
American-born Donna Leon has lived in Venice for decades, later gaining Swiss citizenship. She chose to avoid Italian translations of her Brunetti books to stay anonymous among the locals.
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