Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scene of the Grind | 2017 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 2 | Mocha and Murder | 2017 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 3 | Freshly Ground Murder | 2017 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 4 | Cold Blooded Brew | 2018 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 5 | Decaffeinated Scandal | 2018 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 6 | A Killer Latte | 2019 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 7 | Holiday Roast Mortem | 2019 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 8 | Dead to the Last Drop | 2020 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 9 | Frothy Foul Play | 2021 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 10 | Spoonful of Murder | 2021 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 11 | Barista Bump Off | 2022 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 12 | Cappuccino Criminal | 2023 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 13 | Macchiato Murder | 2023 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 14 | Pour-Over Predicament | 2024 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 15 | Ice Coffee Corruption | 2024 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 16 | Steamed Secrets | 2025 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 17 | A Perk of Trouble | 2025 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 18 | Brewing Up Bones | 2025 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 19 | Frosted Frappe Felony | 2026 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
| 20 | Espresso Espionage | 2026 | Tonya Kappes | Buy |
The Killer Coffee series by Tonya Kappes serves up cozy mysteries with a caffeinated twist. The 20-book series, published between 2017 and 2026, follows a small-town coffee shop owner who has a talent for stumbling into crime scenes. From Scene of the Grind to Espresso Espionage, the coffee-themed titles add a playful touch.
Each book is a quick, satisfying read that pairs a murder mystery with the daily rhythms of running a coffee shop. The series is one of Kappes’ most popular, and coffee lovers will appreciate the thematic commitment.