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Nikki Heat

by Richard Castle

10 books Started 2008 Latest 2019
Publication Reading Order

The Nikki Heat is a Police Procedural / Crime Fiction series by Richard Castle, made up of 10 books published between 2008 and 2019. It begins with Heat Wave (2008), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Crashing Heat (2019), spanning 11 years of storytelling.

10books
11years active
2decades
~1.2yrs between books
2019latest release

Nikki Heat series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Nikki Heat series?

Start with Heat Wave (2008), the first book in the Nikki Heat series by Richard Castle. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Nikki Heat series?

There are 10 books in the Nikki Heat series by Richard Castle, published between 2008 and 2019.

What is the first book in the Nikki Heat series?

The first book in the Nikki Heat series is Heat Wave, published in 2008 by Richard Castle.

What is the latest book in the Nikki Heat series?

The most recent book in the Nikki Heat series is Crashing Heat (2019) by Richard Castle.

More series by Richard Castle

Richard Castle is a fictional character and the protagonist of the ABC crime drama Castle, portrayed by Nathan Fillion. He is a best-selling mystery novelist who teams up with NYPD Detective Kate Beckett to solve crimes. Castle's novels feature Detective Nikki Heat, a character based on Beckett. His writing style is described as "fast-paced and suspenseful," and his books have been translated into several languages. The Castle TV series aired from 2009 to 2016, spanning eight seasons and 173 episodes. While the character of Richard Castle is fictional, the actor Nathan Fillion who portrayed him has received critical acclaim for his performance.

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