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PI Kinsey Millhone operates out of the fictional city of Santa Teresa CA in the detective novels commonly referred to as the "alphabet series", since the first 23 of them all had titles in the same format as the first, "A is for Alibi". The pattern was broken for "X".
20 Sue Grafton quizzes and 270 Sue Grafton trivia questions.
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  Kinsey Catches Killers: Peril to Yesterday    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
This is my second quiz about the victims in Sue Grafton's Alphabet Series. Please match the title of the book with the description of the main victim.
Tough, 10 Qns, PootyPootwell, Dec 14 23
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  "B is for Burglar" by Sue Grafton   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Sue Grafton's alphabet series is my favorite set of books to read. "B is for Burglar" was her second in this series .. enjoy this quiz about Kinsey and her latest mystery to solve!
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Jun 26 15
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  "F is for Fugitive" by Sue Grafton   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
"F is for Fugitive" was Grafton's sixth book in her series. Kinsey gets pretty rattled with this case - it certainly takes some twists and turns at the end. I hope you remember the details - good luck with this quiz!
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Jul 04 03
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  More Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I enjoy the A-Z Murders, and notice that the quiz series has some omissions. Here they are. I will try not to give plots away.
Easier, 10 Qns, barrywlj, Jun 25 09
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  "A is for Alibi" by Sue Grafton   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Sue Grafton has written a series of mystery novels that I just adore. "A is for Alibi" is the first of her alphabet series. This quiz is based on the 27 chapters of this first book.
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Jan 25 20
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  "G is for Gumshoe" by Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Every time I make a new quiz I want to say - this is my favorite edition of the alphabet series! "G is for Gumshoe" really is a fantastic novel, and I always feel warm and fuzzy by the end of the book, because Kinsey is on top of the world. Good luck!!
Tough, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Aug 11 18
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  Sue Grafton Quiz   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Sue Grafton is the author of a series of alphabetical mysteries. Questions 4 to 10 ask you to finish titles. Even if you don't know, you can make a guess as these are mysteries. M isn't for Murder, however.
Average, 10 Qns, minch, Jul 04 03
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  'D is for Deadbeat' by Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
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"D is for Deadbeat" is Sue Grafton's 4th mystery in Kinsey Millhone's series. This is one of my favorites of the set; I love the story-line and Grafton's humor is at its prime in this story - and the book's ending is unforgettable! Good luck!
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Dec 28 14
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  "E is for Evidence" by Sue Grafton   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
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Here it is - my fifth quiz on Sue Grafton's fifth in the alphabet series! Good luck!
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Jul 04 03
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  A Biography of Kinsey Milhone    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Below are a list of questions about the fictional character Kinsey Milhone, created by Sue Grafton. See how much you know about her and the books she's featured in. Good luck and enjoy yourself.
Average, 15 Qns, miaow, Jun 01 07
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trivia question Quick Question
In what California city does Kinsey live and work?

From Quiz "Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone"




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  "C is for Corpse" by Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Here is my third quiz for Sue Grafton's third Kinsey novel, "C is for Corpse." Hope you enjoy!
Average, 15 Qns, rsjanackcook, Jul 04 03
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  Kinsey Catches Killers: Alibi to Outlaw    
Match Quiz
 15 Qns
This quiz is about the victims in the first fifteen stories in Sue Grafton's Alphabet Series. Kinsey is on the case! While this quiz does not generally reveal the killers, there are still spoilers as not all victims die right away in the novels.
Difficult, 15 Qns, PootyPootwell, Jan 02 21
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  "T is for Trespass"    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
"T is for Trespass" is the 20th mystery novel in author Sue Grafton's alphabet murder series. Unlike most of the other books in the series, this one has a few chapters not narrated by P.I. Kinsey Millhone. And it's creepy!
Average, 10 Qns, PootyPootwell, Apr 18 14
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  "T is for Trespass" by Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is another quiz based on one of Sue Grafton's novels. I hope you enjoy it.
Average, 10 Qns, martinjudo, May 19 10
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  Kinsey and Friends    
Multiple Choice
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Hi. I'm Kinsey Millhone and I'm a private detective in Santa Teresa, California. I was created by Sue Grafton. I generally keep to myself. You might know more about me than I'm comfortable with. Let's see.
Average, 10 Qns, PootyPootwell, Dec 12 13
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  M is For Malice, Murder and Milhone    
Multiple Choice
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This is a quiz about Kinsey Milhone and her thirteenth case.
Average, 10 Qns, zoe_and_kez, Jul 11 09
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  Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone    
Multiple Choice
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Kinsey Millhone is one of the great detectives in all of fiction. How much do you know about her?
Average, 10 Qns, mizlentz, Sep 21 16
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  H is for Homicide    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
This quiz is on Sue Grafton's 8th book in the alphabet series. "H" is for Homicide. Hope you enjoy it. Please rate!
Tough, 25 Qns, nannabelle, May 10 04
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  "I" is for Innocent    
Multiple Choice
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Sue Grafton's ninth Alphabet book, "'I' is for Innocent". Warning: SPOILERS are in this quiz! Have a good time.
Average, 20 Qns, nannabelle, May 23 04
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  "N is for Noose" by Sue Grafton    
Multiple Choice
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Here are ten questions on Sue Grafton's mystery novel "N is for Noose". I hope you enjoy it.
Tough, 10 Qns, martinjudo, Apr 18 10
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Sue Grafton Trivia Questions

1. "T is for Trespass," like many of the Kinsey Millhone stories, is set in a fictional coastal California town. What is it called?

From Quiz
"T is for Trespass"

Answer: Santa Teresa, California

Kinsey Millhone fans know that "Santa Teresa" is based on the real Santa Barbara, a beautiful coastal town about 90 minutes north of Los Angeles. Grafton has acknowledged that she is paying homage to mystery writer Ross Macdonald, who first used Santa Teresa as a stand-in for Santa Barbara.

2. After my parents were killed in a car crash, she raised me. Who was she?

From Quiz Kinsey and Friends

Answer: Aunt Gin

Aunt Gin was a no-nonsense insurance claims adjuster whose only make-up was a little cold cream under each eye at bedtime. She wasn't particularly affectionate but she took good care of me.

3. The story begins with one of Kinsey's neighbours being found on the floor of his house in pain. What is the name of the injured neighbour?

From Quiz "T is for Trespass" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Gus Vronsky

Gus is the local crank, obnoxious to everyone he meets. Due to old age he falls and injures himself requiring hospitalisation. He is found by Kinsey and Henry lying on the floor and an ambulance is needed.

4. What is the missing word in this title? "J is for ________"

From Quiz More Sue Grafton

Answer: Judgment

Wendell Jaffe, missing for five years, is sighted by a former colleague in Mexico. Kinsey is hired to track him down, which she does. She also discovers for the first time that she has surviving family. Kinsey Millhone is the protagonist in the "Alphabet Murders" series.

5. On what date did Dietz return to Kinsey's life?

From Quiz M is For Malice, Murder and Milhone

Answer: January 8th

"Robert Dietz came back into my life on Wednesday, January 8. I remember the date because it was Elvis Presley's birthday and one of the local radio stations had announced it would spend the next twenty-four hours playing every song he's ever sung."

6. Where is Kinsey's office?

From Quiz "I" is for Innocent

Answer: in the law offices of Kingman and Ives

Kinsey was fired from CF, and now rents a room from Kingman and Ives.

7. What is Kinsey's new car?

From Quiz H is for Homicide

Answer: 1974 VW Bug

"Pale blue, with only one wee small ding in the left rear fender. Classy stuff."

8. What is so special about May 5th?

From Quiz "G is for Gumshoe" by Sue Grafton

Answer: it's Cinco de Mayo and Kinsey's birthday

In the first few paragraphs of this book, Kinsey gives us lots of fun information; she's on a "hit-list", she has been hired for a new case, and (happy birthday to her) she just turned 33.

9. In the beginning of this novel, we learn that Kinsey has gone through a major lifestyle. With whom is she now living?

From Quiz "F is for Fugitive" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Henry

Due to a bomb exploding at the end of her last case, Kinsey has been "forced" to move in with Henry. He is taking great delight in "remodeling" her old apartment, what's left of it at any rate! Kinsey frets about the new place: "My real worry was that Henry would make it too large or too opulent and I'd feel obliged to pay him accordingly."

10. This novel was published in 1988. What is the image on the bookjacket of the First Edition (hardcover)?

From Quiz "E is for Evidence" by Sue Grafton

Answer: a bomb, wrapped in a Christmas package

In this novel, Kinsey's beloved apartment gets blown to smitherines by the murderer, who has an affection for bombs. The story takes place at Christmastime, Kinsey's most unhappy time of the year.

11. What is the date when Kinsey begins her casework for Mr. Daggett?

From Quiz 'D is for Deadbeat' by Sue Grafton

Answer: October 30

Kinsey loves autumn. As she says, "It was a typical California UNseason, but it FELT like fall and I was responding with inordinate good cheer..." Mr Daggett comes to Kinsey's office on October 30, the day before Halloween, and gives her a $400 retainer for her services.

12. In what month does this book take place?

From Quiz "C is for Corpse" by Sue Grafton

Answer: August

Within the first 3 paragraphs of this book, Kinsey has told us about her client, who was killed within a week of their meeting, and that it was August: "... the days were hot, filled with relentless sunshine and clear skies."

13. Kinsey Millhone is a licensed private investigator who works with, not for, what insurance agency?

From Quiz "A is for Alibi" by Sue Grafton

Answer: California Fidelity

As described in Chapter 1, Kinsey at one time worked for California Fidelity Insurance Company, but at this point they have a "loose relationship." "I do a certain number of investigations for them in exchange for two rooms with a separate entrance and small balcony..."

14. What is the first book of the Kinsey Millhone series?

From Quiz A Biography of Kinsey Milhone

Answer: 'A is for Alibi'

In this first book Kinsey investigates an eight year old murder case. The murderer has already served her sentence, but was she guilty of the crime? She calls Kinsey in to find out who the real murderer was...there's a twist at the end too.

15. In what California city does Kinsey live and work?

From Quiz Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone

Answer: Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa is 95 miles north of Los Angeles.

16. Who is the main character in Sue Grafton's books?

From Quiz Sue Grafton Quiz

Answer: Kinsey Milhone

Kay Scarpetta is created by Patricia {Cornwell;} V.I.Warshawski by Sara {Paretsky;} Carlotta Carlyle by Linda Barnes.

17. In this story, something happened to one of Kinsey's neighbors and she and her landlord, Henry Pitts, tried to help the guy. What happened to him?

From Quiz "T is for Trespass"

Answer: He fell down and needed assistance

Gus Vronsky, the neighborhood's cranky old man, had fallen in his house. Kinsey and her landlord, Henry, were outside when they heard moaning, which they followed to Gus's house. Gus and Henry had been friends and neighbors for a long time, and Henry had a key to Gus's house, which he used to open it up and help Gus.

18. This man is my neighbor, landlord, and friend. He has beautiful blue eyes. What's his name?

From Quiz Kinsey and Friends

Answer: Henry Pitts

Henry is a retired baker and also a crossword puzzle writer. He's in his 80s, over twice my age, but I'm half in love with him.

19. The neighbour is in a lot of pain after suffering from a serious fall. What injury did the neighbour sustain?

From Quiz "T is for Trespass" by Sue Grafton

Answer: a dislocated shoulder

After a short period of time at the hospital Gus was released. After contacting Gus's relative, in New York, plans are set into motion to hire someone to look after him while he recuperates.

20. Tom Newquist had appeared to be under some kind of stress, according to his wife's story. Whose body had been found in the area?

From Quiz "N is for Noose" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Pinkie Ritter

At first it was believed that Ritter had committed suicide by hanging. He had just come out of prison and as we later find out, he was a horrible person who had committed many heinous crimes. The other names are all law enforcement officers.

21. Missing from the title "K is for ________" is what word?

From Quiz More Sue Grafton

Answer: Killer

Lorna Kepler's mother enlists Kinsey's aid in discovering the truth about her daughter's death. There is doubt about whether she was murdered or died otherwise. Kinsey Millhone is a private detective operating out of Santa Teresa, a small community north of Los Angeles.

22. How is Kinsey related to Tasha Howard?

From Quiz M is For Malice, Murder and Milhone

Answer: Cousins

"The day was destined to be a strange one involving as it did a dreaded lunch date with Tasha Howard, one of my recently discovered first cousins." Kinsey tries not to have too much to do with her cousins, yet they keep forcing their company on her. Kinsey finds this invasive.

23. How much does Kinsey agree to work this case for?

From Quiz "I" is for Innocent

Answer: $55 per hour, no mileage

She finds out this is how much Morley made, so she charges the same.

24. How many people got "canned" from CF to make room for Mr. Titus' lieutenants?

From Quiz H is for Homicide

Answer: 3

"Two reps and a claims adjuster got canned to make room for them."

25. Irene Gersh hires Kinsey to find her mother. What is the name of the housing unit where "Old Mama" is thought to be?

From Quiz "G is for Gumshoe" by Sue Grafton

Answer: the Slabs

Irene Gersh is a pitiful little woman who hates her place in life. She has limited contact with her mother, who is a true "rustic living" woman. Old Mama lived in a small camping trailer, which was permenantly pitched on the Slabs, an old military base.

26. Kinsey is hired by Royce Fowler and travels to his township to work. Where does he live?

From Quiz "F is for Fugitive" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Floral Beach

Royce Fowler and his daughter Ann meet with Kinsey in her office to discuss a potential case. Fowler's son, Bailey, had been imprisoned for murder, and had subsequentially escaped a few years later. He had been living with a new identity for years when he was picked up on a fluke. That is when the police learned of his real identity.

27. It's two days after Christmas and Kinsey is in her office, working on paperwork. What is the brand of her portable typewriter?

From Quiz "E is for Evidence" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Smith-Corona

Throughout the novels, we hear about Kinsey's portable typewriter; she loves to be able to carry her life with her, and her portable typing machine allows her this freedom.

28. Kinsey's "case" is to locate a young man and deliver a check to him. What is this boy's name and how much is the check worth?

From Quiz 'D is for Deadbeat' by Sue Grafton

Answer: Tony Gahan, $25,000

Mr. Daggett is Alvin Limbaro's real name, although Kinsey doesn't find that out soon enough. He hires Kinsey to deliver a cashier's check for $25,000. He gives Kinsey a song and dance - all lies - about where the money came from and why he wants it to go to Tony. It isn't until the contract is signed that "Alvin" tells Kinsey that Tony is only 15 years old.

29. Kinsey meets her client at her Physical Therapy session. Where was the session taking place?

From Quiz "C is for Corpse" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Santa Teresa Fitness

"Santa Teresa Fitness is a real no-nonsense place; the brand X of health clubs. No Jacuzzi, no sauna, no music piped in." After getting beat up and shot, Kinsey's orthopedist ordered 6 weeks of PT.

30. Within the first chapter we meet Kinsey's new client. What is her name?

From Quiz "B is for Burglar" by Sue Grafton

Answer: Beverly Danziger

After "breezing" into Kinsey's office, she surveys Mrs. Danziger. "She was in her late thirties by my guess; petite, energetic, well groomed."

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