Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Three Dahlias | 2022 | Katy Watson | Buy |
| 2 | Dahlia Decks the Halls | 2022 | Katy Watson | N/A |
| 3 | A Very Lively Murder | 2023 | Katy Watson | Buy |
| 4 | Seven Lively Suspects | 2024 | Katy Watson | Buy |
| 5 | A Lively Midwinter Murder | 2024 | Katy Watson | Buy |
| 6 | A Deadly Night at the Theatre | 2025 | Katy Watson | Buy |
The Dahlia Lively series is built on a fun idea: Dahlia Lively is a famous fictional detective (think Miss Marple), and three different actresses have played her on screen over the years. When real crimes start happening around them, the three women use their deep knowledge of mystery stories to investigate.
Katy Watson started the series in 2022 with The Three Dahlias and has published six books through 2025, including holiday-themed entries like Dahlia Decks the Halls and A Lively Midwinter Murder. The books are lighthearted British cozies that will appeal to readers who enjoy mysteries with a meta twist and a warm, witty tone.