Jonathan Kellerman
Biography
Jonathan Kellerman is a renowned American author best known for his popular Alex Delaware series. Born on August 9, 1949, in New York City, Kellerman went on to earn his BA in psychology from UCLA and later his PhD in clinical psychology. He worked as a psychologist before turning his talents to writing. Kellerman's Alex Delaware series features a psychologist who works closely with the LAPD to solve complex criminal cases. The series has garnered critical acclaim and a large following of devoted readers. Kellerman is known for his intricate plotting, well-developed characters, and psychological insight, all of which have helped solidify his reputation as a master of the psychological thriller genre. In addition to the Alex Delaware series, Kellerman has written numerous standalone novels and has collaborated with his wife, fellow bestselling author Faye Kellerman, on several projects. He has won multiple awards for his work, including the Edgar Award for Best First Novel. Kellerman continues to write and captivate audiences with his gripping, suspenseful storytelling.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Jonathan Kellerman not part of a series
- A Cold Heart
- A Cold Heart )
- Bad Love
- Bad Love )
- Billy Straight
- Billy Straight :
- Billy Straight:
- Billy straight
- Blood Test
- Blood Test )
- B�?¶se Liebe.
- Clinic
- Conspiracy Club
- Das Phantom von Jerusalem. Thriller.
- Devil's Waltz )
- Diagnosis Dead
- Die Tote im Griffith Park.
- Dr La Mort
- Dr. Death )
- Dr. Death:
- Exit. Ein Thriller aus der Welt der Medizin.
- Fleisch und Blut. Ein Alex- Delaware- Roman.
- Flesh and Blood
- Flesh and Blood )
- Flesh and Blood:
- Jamey. Das Kind, das zu viel wu�?�?te. Psychothriller.
- Mal Amor
- Monster
- Monster : A Novel )
- Monster.
- Monster:
- Over the Edge
- Private Eyes
- Private Eyes )
- Savage Spawn: Reflections on Violent Children )
- Self Defense
- Self-Defense
- Self-Defense )
- Sharon, die Frau, die zweimal starb.
- Silent Partner
- Silent Partner )
- Survival of the Fittest
- Survival of the Fittest )
- The Butcher's Theater
- The Clinic
- The Clinic )
- The Conspiracy Club
- The Devil's Waltz
- The Murder Book
- The Web
- Therapy
- Time Bomb
- Time Bomb )
- WHEN THE BOUGH BREAKS
- When the Bough Breaks
- When the Bough Breaks )
- W�?¶lfe und Schafe.
Alex Delaware
Books in the Alex Delaware series by Jonathan Kellerman
- A Cold Heart: An Alex Delaware Novel
- Over the Edge: An Alex Delaware Novel )
- Survival of the Fittest: An Alex Delaware Novel
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- When the Bough Breaks
- Blood Test
- Over the Edge
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Silent Partner
- The Web
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Jonathan Kellerman's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alex Delaware series by Jonathan Kellerman?
The Alex Delaware series is a collection of mystery novels centering around the character Dr. Alex Delaware, a psychologist who teams up with LAPD detective Milo Sturgis to solve crimes.
How many books are in the Alex Delaware series?
As of 2021, there are over 30 books in the Alex Delaware series written by Jonathan Kellerman.
What is the first book in the Alex Delaware series?
The first book in the series is 'When the Bough Breaks', published in 1985.
Are the Alex Delaware books standalone or should they be read in order?
While each book in the series can be read as a standalone, there are character development arcs that are best understood by reading the books in order.
What genre are Jonathan Kellerman's books typically classified as?
Jonathan Kellerman's books, including the Alex Delaware series, are primarily classified as psychological thrillers.