Sue Grafton
Biography
Sue Grafton, a prolific American author, is best known for her highly acclaimed Kinsey Millhone series. Born in April 1940 in Louisville, Kentucky, Grafton had an early passion for writing and began her career as a screenwriter before transitioning to writing novels. Grafton's Kinsey Millhone series, which debuted in 1982 with "A is for Alibi," follows the adventures of a hard-nosed, no-nonsense private investigator in the fictional town of Santa Teresa, California. The series has garnered a loyal following and critical acclaim for its intricate plots, well-developed characters, and Grafton's sharp and engaging writing style. Over the course of her career, Grafton published 25 novels in the Kinsey Millhone series, with each book corresponding to a letter of the alphabet. Tragically, Grafton passed away in December 2017 before completing the series, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the final installment. Despite her untimely passing, Grafton's legacy as a talented and influential mystery writer lives on through her beloved Kinsey Millhone series.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Sue Grafton not part of a series
- ' L' Is for Lawless
- A De Adulterio
- A Is for Alibi )
- A is for Alibi
- A is for Alibi )
- Abgrundtief. .
- B Is for Burglar )
- C Is for Corpse )
- C Is for Corpse: A Kinsey Millhone
- C is for Corpse )
- D Is for Deadbeat )
- Dunkle Gesch�?¤fte. .
- F Is for Fugitive )
- G Is for Gumshoe
- G Is for Gumshoe )
- H Is for Homicide
- H Is for Homicide )
- I Is for Innocent
- I Is for Innocent )
- I is for Innocent
- In aller Stille. .
- In aller Stille. . Ein Kinsey- Millhone- Roman.
- J De Juicio
- J Is for Judgment
- J Is for Judgment )
- J is for Judgment
- K De Kinsey
- K Is for Killer
- K Is for Killer )
- K comme killer
- Kopf in der Schlinge. .
- L De Ley
- L Is for Lawless
- L Is for Lawless )
- M Is for Malice
- M Is for Malice )
- N Is for Noose
- N Is for Noose )
- Nichts zu verlieren / In aller Stille. Zwei Romane in einem Band.
- Nichts zu verlieren.
- O De Odio
- O Is for Outlaw
- O Is for Outlaw )
- O...Comme Oubli
- P Is for Peril
- P Is for Peril )
- Q Is for Quarry
- R is for Ricochet
- Ruhelos. .
- Sie kannte ihn fl�?¼chtig. .
- Sue Grafton's ABC Mystery Collection: \"A\" Is for Alibi/\"B\" Is for Burglar/\"C\" Is for Corpse
- Sue Grafton: Three Complete Novels: 'D' Is for Deadbeat, 'E' Is for Evidence, 'F' Is for Fugitive
- The Best American Mystery Stories 1998
- Three Complete Novels: \"A\" Is for Alibi / \"B\" Is for Burglar / \"C\" Is for Corpse
- Three Complete Novels: \"G\" Is for Gumshoe, \"H\" Is for Homicide, and \"I\" Is for Innocent
- \"B\" is for burglar
- \"C\" Is For Corpse
- \"E\" Is For Evidence
- \"I\" Comme Innocent
- \"O\" Is for Outlaw
- \"O\" Is for Outlaw )
- \"\"N\"\" Is for Noose
Kinsey Millhone
Books in the Kinsey Millhone series by Sue Grafton
- A Is for Alibi: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- D Is for Deadbeat: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- E Is for Evidence: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- E Is for Evidence: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery )
- F Is for Fugitive: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- G Is for Gumshoe: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- G Is for Gumshoe: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery )
- I Is for Innocent: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- J Is for Judgement: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- L Is for Lawless: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- \"A\" is for Alibi : A Kinsey Millhone Mystery
- \"F\" Is for Fugitive : A Kinsey Millhone Mystery )
Kinsey Milhone
Books in the Kinsey Milhone series by Sue Grafton
- K Is for Killer: A Kinsey Milhone Mystery
Handbook by the
Books in the Handbook by the series by Sue Grafton
- Writing Mysteries: A Handbook by the Mystery Writers of America
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- A is for Alibi
- B is for Burglar
- C is for Corpse
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- D is for Deadbeat
- Y is for Yesterday
- Z is for Zero
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Sue Grafton's books
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Sue Grafton begin writing the Kinsey Millhone series?
Sue Grafton began writing the series in 1982 with 'A is for Alibi'.
How many books are in the Kinsey Millhone series?
There are 25 books in the series, with the final book 'Y is for Yesterday' being published posthumously.
What genre does Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone series fall under?
The series falls under the mystery and detective fiction genres.
Is it necessary to read the Kinsey Millhone series in order?
While each book is a standalone mystery, it is recommended to read them in order as Kinsey's character and relationships develop throughout the series.
Was Sue Grafton able to finish the entire alphabet series before her passing?
No, Sue Grafton passed away before completing the series, leaving 'Z is for Zero' unfinished.