Dennis Lehane
Dennis Lehane is an American author known for his crime novels set in Boston. His works including "Mystic River," "Gone, Baby, Gone," and "Shutter Island" have been adapted into acclaimed films. His writing explores themes of working-class life, moral ambiguity, and the effects of violence on communities.
Dennis Lehane Series in Order
Kenzie and Gennaro Series
Boston-based private investigator series featuring Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro as they navigate the dark underbelly of their neighborhood.
Joe Coughlin Series
Historical crime fiction following Joe Coughlin's rise from petty thief to rum-running kingpin during Prohibition.
Dennis Lehane Standalone Novels
Standalone crime novels exploring moral complexity, violence, and redemption in working-class communities.
Reading Dennis Lehane Books in Order
Why Read in Order?
- →Characters grow and change across books
- →Plot threads connect between stories
- →Later books reference earlier events
Getting Started
Pick any series that interests you and start with book one.
Each Dennis Lehane series stands alone. No need to read other series first. The lists above show the exact reading order.
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