Order of Carlotta Carlyle Books
At the heart of Linda Barnes' captivating mystery series stands Carlotta Carlyle, a striking red-haired protagonist who brings both grit and vulnerability to Boston's private investigation scene. This former police officer turned PI combines her imposing stature with an emotional openness and no-nonsense attitude that consistently leads her into dangerous situations.
Barnes launched the Carlotta Carlyle series in 1987 with A Trouble of Fools, crafting a character whose tough exterior and genuine heart make her irresistible to mystery fans. The series continued through 2008's Lie Down with the Devil, establishing Carlyle as a compelling figure navigating the complexities of crime-solving in Massachusetts' capital city.
Here are Linda Barnes' Carlotta Carlyle novels arranged by publication date:
| # | Title | Year | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  A Trouble of Fools | 1987 | |
| 2 |  The Snake Tattoo | 1989 | |
| 3 |  Coyote | 1990 | |
| 4 |  Steel Guitar | 1991 | |
| 5 |  Snapshot | 1993 | |
| 6 |  Hardware | 1995 | |
| 7 |  Cold Case | 1997 | |
| 8 |  Flashpoint | 1999 | |
| 9 |  The Big Dig | 2002 | |
| 10 |  Deep Pockets | 2004 | |
| 11 |  Heart of the World | 2006 | |
| 12 |  Lie Down with the Devil | 2008 | |
| 13 |  Lucky Penny | 2013 | |
| 14 |  Miss Gibson | 2013 | |
| 15 |  Stealing First | 2013 | |
| 16 |  Further Adventures of Carlotta Carlyle | 2015 |