Order of Black Cat Bookshop Mysteries Books

American author Ali Brandon invites readers into the world of cozy mysteries with her Black Cat Bookshop Mysteries series. At the heart of these novels is Darla Pettistone, a newly-minted bookstore owner who finds herself entangled in puzzling cases. She doesn't solve these mysteries alone—her clever companion is Hamlet, a black cat who proves to be more than just your average feline sidekick.

Brandon launched this beloved series in 2011 with Double Booked for Death, and mystery enthusiasts continue to enjoy new installments as the series remains active. For readers who prefer to follow along in proper sequence, the books' publication order matches their chronological storyline, making it easy to dive in from the beginning and watch Darla and Hamlet's crime-solving partnership develop.