Alafair Burke
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About the Author
Alafair S. Burke is an American female author who specializes in writing crime novels. Apart from writing novels, she a legal commentator for radio shows and programs as well as a law professor teaching criminal law at the Hofstra school of law. She was born in October 1969 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Alafair Burke is the daughter of the famous author James Lee Burke who is known for writing various best-selling crime novels. James Burke used to be a professor of English while her mother was a librarian during her early years. During the 1970’s after her family had moved from Florida to reside in Wichita, the police managed to discover that there was a connection between seven unresolved murders involving women and children. A man going by the acronym BTK that stood for Blind, Tortu. Alafair Burke is the author of over 31 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Alafair Burke has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books
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Judgment Calls Experience the magic of 'Judgment Calls' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books universe.(2003) ⭐ Start here
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Missing Justice 'Missing Justice' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books series, set in the world Alafair Burke has created.(2004) ⭐ Start here
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Close Case Join the adventure in 'Close Case' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books series by Alafair Burke.(2005) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books
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Dead Connection In 'Dead Connection', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books series by Alafair Burke.(2007)
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Angel's Tip / City of Fear Experience the magic of 'Angel's Tip / City of Fear' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books universe.(2008)
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212 / City of Lies The Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books series continues with '212 / City of Lies', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2010)
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Never Tell In 'Never Tell', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books saga.(2012)
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All Day and a Night The Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books series continues with 'All Day and a Night', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2014)
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Find Me / The Girl She Was The Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books series continues with 'Find Me / The Girl She Was', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2022)
Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books
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I've Got You Under My Skin In 'I've Got You Under My Skin', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books saga.(2014)
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The Cinderella Murder In 'The Cinderella Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series by Alafair Burke.(2014)
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All Dressed in White The Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series continues with 'All Dressed in White', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2015)
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The Sleeping Beauty Killer In 'The Sleeping Beauty Killer', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series by Alafair Burke.(2016)
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Every Breath You Take In 'Every Breath You Take', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books saga.(2017)
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You Don't Own Me The Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series continues with 'You Don't Own Me', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2018)
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Piece of My Heart 'Piece of My Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series by Alafair Burke.(2020)
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It Had to Be You Join the adventure in 'It Had to Be You' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books series by Alafair Burke.(2024)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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Long Gone Join the adventure in 'Long Gone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alafair Burke.(2011)
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If You Were Here In 'If You Were Here', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2013)
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The Ex In 'The Ex', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2016)
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Waking Kylie 'Waking Kylie' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alafair Burke has created.(2017)
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The Wife The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Wife', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2018)
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The Better Sister The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Better Sister', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2019)
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The Note Join the adventure in 'The Note' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alafair Burke.(2025)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
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Winning 'Winning' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Alafair Burke has created.(2010)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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The Blue Religion Experience the magic of 'The Blue Religion' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2008)
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The Best American Mystery Stories 2009 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Best American Mystery Stories 2009', another thrilling entry from Alafair Burke.(2009)
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Vengeance 'Vengeance' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Alafair Burke has created.(2012)
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Inherit the Dead In 'Inherit the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alafair Burke.(2013)
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Suspense Magazine June 2013 Experience the magic of 'Suspense Magazine June 2013' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2013)
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When a Stranger Comes to Town 'When a Stranger Comes to Town' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Alafair Burke has created.(2021)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Alafair Burke?
Alafair Burke is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 31 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books, Publication Order of Ellie Hatcher Books, Publication Order of Under Suspicion Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Alafair Burke book series to start with?
For readers new to Alafair Burke's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Samantha Kincaid Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 3 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Alafair Burke's writing.
Q: How many books has Alafair Burke written?
Alafair Burke has written over 31 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.