Guido Brunetti Books in Order

This reading order guide provides the complete list of Guido Brunetti books in order, from the very first to the latest, so you won’t miss anything!

About the Guido Brunetti Series

The Guido Brunetti Mystery series by Donna Leon is a different kind of crime series. It is an exploration of the heart and soul of Venice through the stories. In each of the 23 novels that feature Chief Inspector Guido Brunetti, readers follow him into the narrow canals, the magnificent piazzas, and the secret passageways of Venice. What makes this series stand out is not the crime element, which is present, but how it also presents life in Venice, the good and the bad. Brunetti is no action hero; he is a family man and a thoughtful individual trying to make sense of a very broken world. Into the mix also comes Donna Leon’s love and frustration with Italy, which she puts into the books; she looks at issues of corruption, power, and the complex elements of human nature. While each book is a complete story in itself, together the series is an in-depth study of a city and a man who will not give up his morals. Very atmospheric and filled with emotion, this series is a must for mystery fans that want in-depth, intelligent stories that also present a strong sense of place.