Leena Lehtolainen Books in Order

Leena Katriina Lehtolainen is a Finnish crime novelist, renowned for her captivating series of novels centered around the intriguing policewoman Maria Kallio. Born in Vesanto, Northern Savonia, Lehtolainen's passion for writing began at a remarkably young age, publishing her first novel at just 12 years old. After studying literature in Helsinki until 1995, Lehtolainen's writing career flourished, with her first crime novels emerging in 1993. Throughout her career, she has successfully explored various genres, including crime, since 2007. Her works have been widely translated, making her a beloved author across cultures, with her novels available in languages such as Spanish, Dutch, Chinese, Lithuanian, Polish, French, Swedish, German, Estonian, and Czech.