How to Read the Alex Harris Mystery Series
The best way to read the Alex Harris Mystery series is in publication order. Because the books follow the personal life, career, and evolving relationships of amateur sleuth Alex Harris, reading them chronologically ensures you won't encounter spoilers about her family and friends in Indian Cove.
Alex Harris Mystery Books in Reading Order
- Armed (2011) – Alex takes a temp job at a mannequin factory and stumbles upon a body.
- Poisoned (2012) – A high-society resident is poisoned by a macaroon during Halloween.
- Flossed (2013) – Alex gets pulled into another cozy small-town investigation.
- Mahjonged (2013) – A stormy mahjong game night turns deadly when a guest is stabbed.
- Smoked (2013) – A suspicious fire and a sudden death keep Alex on her toes.
- Pickled (2014) – Indian Cove secrets surface as Alex investigates a new crime.
- Gunned (2015) – The suspense rises as Alex untangles a web of local mysteries.
- Nailed (2016) – Another twisty case for Indian Cove's favorite temp-agency owner.
- Dipped (2017) – Alex investigates a corpse found in a chocolate factory vat.
- Decked (2019) – Holiday cheer turns to investigation in this tenth entry.
- Iced (2020) – The eleventh book features a chilling winter mystery for Alex to solve.
Where to Start
You should start with the first book, Armed. This introduction establishes the coastal setting of Indian Cove, introduces Alex's temporary employment agency "Always Prepared," and sets up the central relationships with her sister Samantha, grandmother Meme, and detective husband John.
Are There Any Spin-offs or Co-authored Books?
No, there are no spin-offs, co-authored books, or secondary subseries in the Alex Harris universe. Elaine Macko has focused solely on this main line of cozy mysteries. Additionally, please note that this series is completely unrelated to the non-fiction religious books written by a different author named Alex Harris.