Donna Leon
Books in Order by Date of Publication
Donna Leon's writing career is a testament to her mastery of the literary world with a prolific output of 69 books that have captivated readers worldwide. Her writing style is characterized by intricate plots vivid descriptions of Venice and a deep understanding of human nature which shines through in her characters. Leon's typical genres include mystery thriller and literary fiction with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and setting. What makes her books so popular is the combination of her unique voice a deep knowledge of the world she writes about and a keen sense of observation. Her Commissario Guido Brunetti series has been particularly well-received with its nuanced portrayal of Venice and its people. With each new book Leon continues to weave a spell of intrigue and fascination drawing readers into her world and leaving them eager for more.
1. Death at La Fenice (Unabridged Audio Tape) (1992) Buy on Amazon
2. Death in a Strange Country (1993) Buy on Amazon
3. The Anonymous Venetian (1994) Buy on Amazon
4. Death and Judgment (1995) Buy on Amazon
5. A Venetian Reckoning (1995) Buy on Amazon
6. Acqua Alta (8 Audio CDs) (1996) Buy on Amazon
7. Aqua alta (1996) Buy on Amazon
8. Death of Faith the (1997) Buy on Amazon
9. Death at Le Fenice (1997) Buy on Amazon
10. Fatal Remedies (1998) Buy on Amazon
11. A Sea of Troubles (1998) Buy on Amazon
12. Nobleza Obliga (1998) Buy on Amazon
13. About Face (1998) Buy on Amazon
14. The girl of his dreams (1998) Buy on Amazon
15. Quietly in Their Sleep (1998) Buy on Amazon
16. Free to Use (1998) Buy on Amazon
17. Friends in High Places (2000) Buy on Amazon
18. Wilful Behaviour (2002) Buy on Amazon
19. Time to Kill; A Sea of Troubles (2002) Buy on Amazon
20. Uniform Justice (2003) Buy on Amazon
21. Doctored Evidence (2004) Buy on Amazon
22. Blood from a Stone (2005) Buy on Amazon
23. Through a Glass Darkly (2006) Buy on Amazon
24. Wenn Musik der Liebe Nahrung ist spielt weiter ... (2006) Buy on Amazon
25. Suffer the little children (2007) Buy on Amazon
26. The Girl of His Dreams (A Commissario Guido Brunetti Mystery) (2008) Buy on Amazon
27. Girl of His Dream (air/ire/sa/anz (2008) Buy on Amazon
28. Brunetti's Venice (2009) Buy on Amazon
29. A Question of Belief (2010) Buy on Amazon
30. Willful behavior (2010) Buy on Amazon
31. Taste of Venice (2010) Buy on Amazon
32. Through a Glass Darkly : (Brunetti 15) (2010) Buy on Amazon
33. Brunetti's Cookbook (2010) Buy on Amazon
34. Drawing conclusions (2011) Buy on Amazon
35. Handel's Bestiary (2011) Buy on Amazon
36. Drawing Conclusions : (Brunetti 20) (2011) Buy on Amazon
37. The Jewels Of Paradise (2012) Buy on Amazon
38. Beastly things (2012) Buy on Amazon
39. Venetian Curiosities (2012) Buy on Amazon
40. The golden egg (2013) Buy on Amazon
41. Gondola (2013) Buy on Amazon
42. Golden Egg (2013) Buy on Amazon
43. Golden Egg : (Brunetti 22) (2013) Buy on Amazon
44. Golden Egg 10c Signed Carton (2013) Buy on Amazon
45. My Venice (2013) Buy on Amazon
46. Beastly Things : (Brunetti) (2013) Buy on Amazon
47. By its cover (2014) Buy on Amazon
48. By Its Cover : (Brunetti 23) (2014) Buy on Amazon
49. My Venice and other essays (2014) Buy on Amazon
50. By Its Cover 10c Signed Carton (2014) Buy on Amazon
51. Falling in love (2015) Buy on Amazon
52. Falling in Love : (Brunetti 24) (2015) Buy on Amazon
53. Falling in Love (10-Copy Prepack) (2015) Buy on Amazon
54. The waters of eternal youth (2016) Buy on Amazon
55. The Waters of Eternal Youth (Commissario Brunetti #25) (2016) Buy on Amazon
56. Earthly remains (2017) Buy on Amazon
57. The temptation of forgiveness (2018) Buy on Amazon
58. Unto Us a Son Is Given (2019) Buy on Amazon
59. Death at la Feniche (2019) Buy on Amazon
60. Trace elements (2020) Buy on Amazon
61. Rush On Mercury (2020) Buy on Amazon
62. Transient Desires (2021) Buy on Amazon
63. Give unto Others (2022) Buy on Amazon
64. So Shall You Reap (2023) Buy on Amazon
65. Tale of One's Own (2023) Buy on Amazon
66. Wandering Through Life (2023) Buy on Amazon
67. Refiner's Fire (2024) Buy on Amazon
68. A Refiners Fire (2024) Buy on Amazon
69. Backstage (2025) Buy on Amazon
About Donna Leon
Donna Leon is a celebrated American author and novelist best known for her captivating and intricately woven mysteries that have captivated readers worldwide. Born in 1942 in New Jersey Leon spent her formative years in China and Europe experiences that would later influence her writing. Her novels are set in Venice Italy a city that has become synonymous with her literary career.
Leon's writing style is characterized by her meticulous research vivid descriptions and nuanced portrayals of human nature. Her stories often delve into the complexities of human relationships social hierarchies and the intricacies of the human condition. Her protagonist a detective is a thoughtful and introspective character whose philosophical musings and observations offer a unique perspective on the world around him.
Readers have fallen in love with Leon's books for their unique blend of intellectual curiosity atmospheric settings and engaging storytelling. Her novels are not simply mysteries but explorations of the human experience with each character's backstory and motivations expertly woven into the narrative. Leon's ability to create a sense of place and atmosphere is unparalleled transporting readers to the winding canals and ornate piazzas of Venice. As a result her novels have become a staple of the mystery genre beloved by readers who appreciate a clever and thought-provoking tale.