📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books Best for beginners - Start with "In the Last Analysis" (1964)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "Female Sleuths" (1993)

About the Author

Amanda Cross, real name Carolyn Gold Heilbrun was an American author and academic who was best known for writing feminist and mystery novels under the pseudonym Amanda Cross. Cross went to Columbia University where she studied English literature getting her Master of Arts degree in 1951 and in 1951 a Ph.D. At Columbia, she studied under Lionel Trilling and Jacques Barzun and listed Clifton Fadiman as one of her greatest inspirations. Some of her experiences at Columbia were documented in the 2002 book “When Men Were the Only Models We Had: My Teachers Barzun, Fadiman, Trilling”. Cross went on to teach English at Columbia for over three decades between 1960 and 1992, becoming the first tenured woman in the university’s English department. She was a specialist in British modern literature, p. Amanda Cross is the author of over 21 books across 2 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Amanda Cross has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books

14 books
  • In the Last Analysis In 'In the Last Analysis', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books saga.
    (1964) ⭐ Start here
  • The James Joyce Murder In 'The James Joyce Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1967) ⭐ Start here
  • Poetic Justice Join the adventure in 'Poetic Justice' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1970) ⭐ Start here
  • The Theban Mysteries 'The Theban Mysteries' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series, set in the world Amanda Cross has created.
    (1971) ⭐ Start here
  • The Question of Max The Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series continues with 'The Question of Max', another thrilling entry from Amanda Cross.
    (1976) ⭐ Start here
  • Death in a Tenured Position In 'Death in a Tenured Position', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1981) ⭐ Start here
  • Sweet Death, Kind Death In 'Sweet Death, Kind Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1984) ⭐ Start here
  • No Word From Winifred In 'No Word From Winifred', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books saga.
    (1986) ⭐ Start here
  • Players Come Again Experience the magic of 'Players Come Again' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books universe.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • An Imperfect Spy Join the adventure in 'An Imperfect Spy' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • A Trap for Fools Join the adventure in 'A Trap for Fools' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • The Puzzled Heart 'The Puzzled Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series by Amanda Cross.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Honest Doubt 'Honest Doubt' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series, set in the world Amanda Cross has created.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • The Edge of Doom In 'The Edge of Doom', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books saga.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Anthologies

7 books
  • Female Sleuths Join the adventure in 'Female Sleuths' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amanda Cross.
    (1993)
  • Women of Mystery II 'Women of Mystery II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amanda Cross has created.
    (1994)
  • First Cases, Volume 2 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'First Cases, Volume 2', another thrilling entry from Amanda Cross.
    (1997)
  • Canine Crimes 'Canine Crimes' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amanda Cross.
    (1998)
  • Women of Mystery III The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Women of Mystery III', another thrilling entry from Amanda Cross.
    (1998)
  • Malice Domestic 8 'Malice Domestic 8' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amanda Cross has created.
    (1999)
  • The Oxford Book of Detective Stories 'The Oxford Book of Detective Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amanda Cross.
    (2000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Amanda Cross?

Amanda Cross is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 21 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Amanda Cross book series to start with?

For readers new to Amanda Cross's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Kate Fansler Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 14 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Amanda Cross's writing.

Q: How many books has Amanda Cross written?

Amanda Cross has written over 21 books across 2 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.