Faye Kellerman

  • 60

    Catalog books

  • 38

    Works

  • 1986 to 2022

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Faye Kellerman writes tightly plotted mysteries anchored by complex characters and moral texture. In False Prophet, she continues the Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus series, blending police procedural detail with domestic and spiritual tensions as Decker confronts a case that tests his instincts and his marriage.

Kellerman’s work focuses on investigative rigor and the human costs of crime. False Prophet showcases her interest in moral ambiguity—suspects, victims, and investigators carry burdens that complicate justice, while Kellerman balances suspenseful pacing with scenes that deepen character relationships and ethical stakes.

Best Place To Start

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus mystery series • Police procedural with religious and moral themes • Complex character dynamics

Genres and themes: Mystery • Police procedural • Religious and ethical themes • Domestic tension

Who this author is best for: Good for readers who like character-driven police procedurals that explore faith and family alongside crime-solving.

Try starting with a mid-series title like False Prophet to experience established character relationships and recurring themes.

Top Books To Start With

  1. False Prophet (Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novels)

    Harpercollins • 2005 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2005 • 419 pages.

  2. Walking Shadows

    Unknown Publisher • 2018 • longer commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2018 • 400 pages.

  3. Serpent's Tooth

    Harpercollins • 1997 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1997 • 424 pages.

  4. Justice : A Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus Novel

    Harpercollins • 1996 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1996 • 466 pages.

  5. Sanctuary

    Harpercollins • 1995 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1995 • 428 pages.

  6. Stalker: A Peter Decker/Rina Lazarus Novel (Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novels (Paperback))

    Harpercollins • 2000 • oversized commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 624 pages.

  7. The Quality of Mercy

    HarperCollins • 2019 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2019 • 400 pages.

  8. Stalker

    Harpercollins • 2000 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 348 pages.

  9. Jupiter's Bones : A Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novel

    Harpercollins • 1999 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 375 pages.

  10. Sacred and Profane (Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novels)

    Harpercollins • 1999 • longer commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 374 pages.

How The Picks Compare

  • Walking Shadows is the easier short commitment, while False Prophet (Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novels) asks for more reading time up front.
  • False Prophet (Peter Decker & Rina Lazarus Novels) gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while Walking Shadows leans later in the catalog.

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