Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madeline Mann | 2007 | Julia Buckley | Buy |
| 2 | Lovely, Dark, and Deep | 2008 | Julia Buckley | Buy |
| 3 | One Fool At Least | 2012 | Julia Buckley | Buy |
The Madeline Mann Mysteries were Julia Buckley’s first mystery series, kicking off in 2007 with Madeline Mann. The series introduces its title character as a curious and sometimes reckless young woman who keeps finding herself mixed up in crimes. The second book, Lovely, Dark, and Deep (2008), deepened the series with a darker mystery, while One Fool At Least (2012) brought the trilogy to a close.
Fans of classic cozy mysteries will appreciate the series’ blend of personal drama and amateur detection. Madeline is not a professional investigator, which gives the stories a grounded, relatable feel. The books are quick reads with engaging plots and a protagonist whose curiosity regularly gets her into trouble.