Order of Irene Kelly Books

Irene Kelly serves as the protagonist in Jan Burke's compelling crime fiction series. This Southern California-based reporter has a tendency to become more deeply entangled in criminal cases than her profession typically requires. Throughout her investigations, she's supported by Detective Frank Harriman, who plays a significant role as both her romantic partner and closest ally.

The series launched in 1993 with the debut novel Goodnight, Irene, marking the beginning of Burke's ongoing literary creation. Notably, the series expanded to include Flight, a unique spin-off that shifts perspective to focus on Detective Frank Harriman's point of view. The Irene Kelly series continues to develop, offering readers an evolving collection of crime mysteries. Here are the Irene Kelly novels by Jan Burke, arranged chronologically by publication date: