About Andrey Kurkov
The story kicks off with the time when Victor goes to newspapers to publish his last story. Still, instead of accepting Victor’s story, they offer him to write obituaries for the newspaper. Victor accepts that offer, but after accepting that request, mysterious events happen to “Victor” along the way. However, he soon discovers that he’s writing obituaries for people who aren’t yet dead and that his subjects are murdered in mafia-style. He becomes overly suspicious, and this leads him into getting into a series of strange relationships. First, he finds himself in charge of a young girl named Sonya, the daughter of the local chief of police. The chief of police vanishes in the thin air, and Viktor contracts Nina as a maid for Sonya when he’s working or hiding from the peop
Publication Order of The Penguin Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- Death and the Penguin(2001)
- Penguin Lost(2004)
Publication Order of Samson Kolechko Investigates / Kyiv Mysteries Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Silver Bone(2024)
- The Stolen Heart(2025)
- The Lost Soldiers(2026)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
9 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Case of the General's Thumb(2003)
- The President's Last Love(2004)
- A Matter оf Death аnd Life(2005)
- The Milkman in the Night(2008)
- The Good Angel of Death(2009)
- The Gardener from Ochakov(2010)
- The Bickford Fuse(2011)
- Jimi Hendrix Live in Lviv(2012)
- Grey Bees(2020)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- Ukraine Diaries(2014)
- Diary of an Invasion(2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Andrey Kurkov?
Andrey Kurkov is a bestselling author known for 4 book series. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide with compelling characters and intricate plots.
What is the best Andrey Kurkov book series to start with?
We recommend starting with Publication Order of The Penguin Books as it is one of the most popular and longest-running series by this author.
How many books has Andrey Kurkov written?
Andrey Kurkov has written over 16 books across 4 different series, making them one of the most prolific authors in their genre.