Leonardo da Vinci Mystery books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series?"

"There are three books in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series, published between 2008 and 2009."

Q: "What is the first book in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series?"

"The first book in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series is The Queen's Gambit, published in 2008."

Q: "How does Leonardo da Vinci become involved in solving crimes in the series?"

"As court engineer to the Duke of Milan, Leonardo applies his keen powers of observation and intellect to investigate suspicious deaths. He enlists the help of his young apprentice, Dino, who often goes undercover to gather information."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Queen’s Gambit	2008	Diane A.S. Stuckart	Buy
2	Portrait of a Lady	2009	Diane A.S. Stuckart	Buy
3	A Bolt from the Blue	2009	Diane A.S. Stuckart	Buy

The Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series by Diane A.S. Stuckart is set in 15th-century Milan, where Leonardo da Vinci holds the role of court engineer to Duke Ludovico Sforza. When murders occur within the court, Leonardo turns his famous intellect toward detective work.

The trilogy begins with The Queen’s Gambit (2008) and continues with Portrait of a Lady and A Bolt from the Blue, both published in 2009. Leonardo is assisted by his young apprentice Dino, who frequently goes undercover to investigate suspects. The books blend real historical details of Renaissance Italy with fictional murder plots, creating a mystery series rooted in one of history’s most fascinating periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series?

There are three books in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series, published between 2008 and 2009.

What is the first book in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series?

The first book in the Leonardo da Vinci Mystery series is The Queen’s Gambit, published in 2008.

How does Leonardo da Vinci become involved in solving crimes in the series?

As court engineer to the Duke of Milan, Leonardo applies his keen powers of observation and intellect to investigate suspicious deaths. He enlists the help of his young apprentice, Dino, who often goes undercover to gather information.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order