Kelly Pruett is a Portland private investigator and the protagonist of Mary Keliikoa’s mystery series. She inherited her father’s detective agency after his death and is working to prove, to herself and everyone else, that she has what it takes. Kelly balances casework with motherhood, and her determination to finish what she starts drives each investigation.
Reading Order#
See the complete PI Kelly Pruett reading order for all books in the series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kelly Pruett?
Kelly Pruett is a private investigator in Portland, Oregon, who took over her late father’s detective agency. She’s determined to prove she belongs in the profession while juggling motherhood and cases that keep getting more dangerous.
What order should I read the Kelly Pruett books?
Read in publication order starting with Derailed (2020). The three books follow Kelly’s growth as a P.I., with her personal life developing alongside the cases.
How many Kelly Pruett books are there?
There are 3 PI Kelly Pruett novels by Mary Keliikoa: Derailed (2020), Denied (2021), and Deceived (2022).