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Inspector Montalbano

by Andrea Camilleri

30 books Started 1994 Latest 2021
Publication Reading Order

The Inspector Montalbano is a Crime Fiction / Literary Fiction series by Andrea Camilleri, made up of 30 books published between 1994 and 2021. It begins with The Shape of Water (1994), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Riccardino (2021), spanning 27 years of storytelling.

30books
27years active
4decades
~0.9yrs between books
2021latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 The Shape of Water 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 The Terra-Cotta Dog 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Snack Thief 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Voice of the Violin 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
5 Excursion to Tindari 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Smell of the Night / Scent of the Night 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Rounding the Mark 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Patience of the Spider 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Paper Moon 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Wings of the Sphinx 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 August Heat 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
12 The Track of Sand 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Potter's Field 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Age of Doubt 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Dance of the Seagull 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Treasure Hunt 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Montalbano's First Case and Other Stories 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Angelica's Smile 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Game of Mirrors 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 A Beam of Light / A Blade of Light 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 A Voice in the Night 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 A Nest of Vipers 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 The Pyramid of Mud 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Death at Sea 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 The Overnight Kidnapper 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 The Other End of the Line 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
27 The Safety Net 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 The Sicilian Method 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 The Cook of the HalcyonLatest 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 Riccardino 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Inspector Montalbano series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Inspector Montalbano series?

Start with The Shape of Water (1994), the first book in the Inspector Montalbano series by Andrea Camilleri. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Inspector Montalbano series?

There are 30 books in the Inspector Montalbano series by Andrea Camilleri, published between 1994 and 2021.

What is the first book in the Inspector Montalbano series?

The first book in the Inspector Montalbano series is The Shape of Water, published in 1994 by Andrea Camilleri.

What is the latest book in the Inspector Montalbano series?

The most recent book in the Inspector Montalbano series is Riccardino (2021) by Andrea Camilleri.

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About Andrea Camilleri

Andrea Camilleri (1925-2019) was an Italian writer, director, and screenwriter. Born in Porto Empedocle, Sicily, he initially worked as a teacher and civil servant. Camilleri began his literary career in 1978, but it was his series of detective novels featuring Inspector Montalbano, set in the fictional Sicilian town of Vigàta, that brought him international recognition. These novels, characterized by their blend of crime, humor, and social commentary, have sold over 25 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 32 languages. Camilleri's works have received numerous awards, including the Premio Strega, Italy's most prestigious literary award (1999). His novels have also been adapted into successful television series, further enhancing his reputation as one of the most beloved authors of his generation.

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