Order of Cork O’Connor Books

Cork O'Connor serves as the central character in William Kent Krueger's acclaimed mystery series. This compelling protagonist reflects the diverse cultural landscape of Northern Minnesota, where the stories unfold, through his mixed Irish and Ojibwe heritage—a background that adds rich depth to his character despite what his distinctly Irish name might suggest.

Krueger launched the series in 1998 with Iron Lake, establishing what would become a remarkably consistent publishing schedule. Readers have been treated to roughly one new installment each year since the series debut. For those looking to dive into this long-running mystery series, here's the proper chronological order for William Kent Krueger's Cork O'Connor novels: