About Kristen Painter
We list 18 books by Kristen Painter so far, from 7 series.
Tagged on most of their books: Paranormal and Witches.
Latest addition to our list: Miss Frost Braves The Blizzard: A Funny Cozy Paranormal Mystery (added September 2026).
If you like Kristen Painter, try Deanna Chase, Rose Pressey Betancourt and Jane Hinchey.
What readers say
Kristen Painter is best known for her Nocturne Falls books, set in a Georgia town that celebrates Halloween all year and where vampires, witches and other supernatural folk live openly, including the Jayne Frost cozy mysteries. Readers love the charming setting, playful humor, light, low-stress tone and returning characters, and fans of her paranormal romances praise slow-burn couples and happy endings. Common criticisms are thin plots and predictable mysteries, a love triangle that wears on some readers, world-building that feels underdeveloped, and couples in a few books who fall too fast.
Best for: Readers who want breezy, humorous paranormal cozies and romances in a whimsical small town.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated November 2026.
