Reading Order
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Start with Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse and continue through all 19 books in the listed reading order.
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Start with Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse
Book 1 by Lee Goldberg • Published 2006
Adrian Monk is dragged into a case tied to a firehouse, the kind of messy, smoky world he hates. While his routines fall apart, his sharp eye finds the clue that turns an apparent accident into a murder investigation.
Complete List
Monk reading order
Ends with Mr. Monk and the New Lieutenant
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Book 1:Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse
Lee Goldberg • 2006
Adrian Monk is dragged into a case tied to a firehouse, the kind of messy, smoky world he hates. While his routines fall apart, his sharp eye finds the clue that turns an apparent accident into a murder investigation.
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Book 2:Mr. Monk Goes to Hawaii
Lee Goldberg • 2006
A trip to Hawaii is supposed to be a break, but for Adrian Monk it quickly becomes a new mystery. Between travel chaos and germs, Monk has to solve a local murder before he can relax, or even breathe normally.
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Book 3:Mr. Monk and The Blue Flu
Lee Goldberg • 2007
When a “blue flu” leaves the police stretched thin, Adrian Monk gets pulled into a case where every mistake matters. With fewer resources and more pressure, Monk has to catch a killer while the city is off balance.
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Book 4:Mr. Monk and The Two Assistants
Lee Goldberg • 2007
Adrian Monk suddenly finds himself juggling two assistants, and the chaos makes his already fragile routines collapse. In the middle of the confusion, he tackles a puzzling murder that requires his full focus and his...
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Book 5:Mr. Monk in Outer Space
Lee Goldberg • 2007
A space-themed event pulls Adrian Monk into an investigation that’s anything but routine. Monk’s attention to tiny inconsistencies exposes a deadly plan, even as he struggles with crowds, noise, and a world that feels...
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Book 6:Mr. Monk Goes to Germany
Lee Goldberg • 2008
Adrian Monk travels to Germany and immediately runs into a case he can’t ignore. Far from home and out of his comfort zone, Monk relies on his meticulous eye to solve a murder before it turns into an international mess.
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Book 7:Mr. Monk is Miserable
Lee Goldberg • 2008
Adrian Monk is in a thoroughly miserable situation, and then a murder makes it worse. As he tries to restore order to his world, Monk follows the one detail that doesn’t fit and builds a case nobody else sees.
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Book 8:Mr. Monk and the Dirty Cop
Lee Goldberg • 2009
When Adrian Monk suspects a “dirty cop,” he won’t let it go, even when it makes powerful enemies. With his reputation and safety on the line, Monk chases corruption and murder through a department that wants him gone.
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Book 9:Mr. Monk in Trouble
Lee Goldberg • 2009
Adrian Monk lands in trouble that threatens his freedom and his work. To clear the mess, he has to solve a case quickly, proving once again that his quirks may be difficult, but his mind is nearly impossible to beat.
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Book 10:Mr. Monk is Cleaned Out
Lee Goldberg • 2010
A robbery leaves Adrian Monk “cleaned out,” and the theft quickly connects to a more serious crime. Monk’s need for order turns into a relentless investigation, driven by the one detail he can’t explain away.
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Book 11:Mr. Monk on the Road
Lee Goldberg • 2010
Adrian Monk hits the road, and the trip becomes a moving crime scene when a case follows him. With unfamiliar places and disrupted routines, Monk has to solve a mystery while everything about travel makes him miserable.
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Book 12:Mr. Monk on the Couch
Lee Goldberg • 2011
A session on the couch doesn’t bring Adrian Monk peace for long, especially once a crime needs his attention. As therapy and investigation collide, Monk follows his instincts to a solution that only he could see.
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Book 13:Mr. Monk on Patrol
Lee Goldberg • 2012
Adrian Monk joins a patrol situation that throws him into the messiest parts of police work. When a crime unfolds in real time, Monk’s careful observations cut through the noise and point to the person everyone else o...
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Book 14:Mr. Monk is a Mess
Lee Goldberg • 2012
A chaotic case leaves Adrian Monk feeling like the world is a total mess, and the disorder only sharpens his focus. Following a trail of small inconsistencies, Monk turns a confusing situation into a clear accusation.
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Book 15:Mr. Monk Gets Even
Lee Goldberg • 2012
Adrian Monk gets even by doing what he does best: finding the truth that someone wants buried. A new case hits close to home, and Monk pursues it with extra determination, even when it disrupts everything he relies on.
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Book 16:Mr. Monk Helps Himself
HY Conrad • 2013
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Book 17:Mr. Monk Gets on Board
HY Conrad • 2014
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Book 18:Mr. Monk is Open for Business
HY Conrad • 2014
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Book 19:Mr. Monk and the New Lieutenant
HY Conrad • 2015
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Quick Answers
Monk FAQ
What is the best order to read the Monk series?
The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse.
How many books are in the Monk series?
There are 19 books currently listed in the Monk series on GurusReads.
Where should I start with the Monk series?
New readers should start with Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse, the first book in the reading order.
Is the Monk series complete?
Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2006 to 2015.