Order of Barbara Cleverly Books

English author Barbara Cleverly has carved out a distinguished place in the historical mystery genre through her compelling Detective Joe Sandilands Mysteries and Laetitia Talbot Mysteries series. After earning her degree from Durham University, she spent years in the teaching profession before transitioning to writing fiction. Her literary achievements include winning the prestigious CWA Ellis Peters Historical Dagger award in 2004, cementing her reputation among mystery enthusiasts.

Cleverly launched her publishing career in 2001 with The Last Kashmiri Rose, a debut that garnered significant acclaim and was recognized as a New York Times Notable Book. Currently residing in Cambridge, England, she continues to captivate readers with her expertly crafted historical mysteries that blend meticulous period detail with engaging detective work.

Publication Order of Detective Joe Sandilands Books

#TitleYearBuy
1
The Last Kashmiri RoseThe Last Kashmiri Rose
2001
2
Ragtime in SimlaRagtime in Simla
2002
3
The Damascened BladeThe Damascened Blade
2003
4
The Palace TigerThe Palace Tiger
2004
5
The Bee's KissThe Bee's Kiss
2005
6
Tug of WarTug of War
2006
7
Folly du JourFolly du Jour
2007
8
Strange Images of DeathStrange Images of Death
2010
9
The Blood RoyalThe Blood Royal
2011
10
Not My BloodNot My Blood
2012
11
A Spider in the CupA Spider in the Cup
2013
12
Enter Pale DeathEnter Pale Death
2014
13
Diana's AltarDiana's Altar
2016

Publication Order of Detective John Redfyre Mystery Books

#TitleYearBuy
1
Fall of AngelsFall of Angels
2018
2
Invitation to DieInvitation to Die
2019

Publication Order of Laetitia Talbot Books

#TitleYearBuy
1
The Tomb of ZeusThe Tomb of Zeus
2007
2
Bright Hair About the BoneBright Hair About the Bone
2008
3
A Darker GodA Darker God
2010

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

#TitleYearBuy
1
The Ellie Hardwick MysteriesThe Ellie Hardwick Mysteries
2012
2
The New Cambridge MysteriesThe New Cambridge Mysteries
2015

Standalone Novels

#TitleYearBuy
1
An Old MagicAn Old Magic
2003
2
The Corn MaidenThe Corn Maiden
2015