Order of Dr. David Hunter Books

Dr. David Hunter stands as the central figure in Simon Beckett's compelling crime fiction series, where tragedy and expertise collide in unexpected ways. Once a skilled forensic anthropologist, Hunter's life took a devastating turn when a car crash claimed the lives of his wife and daughter. Seeking to escape his painful past, he abandoned his forensic career and retreated to the quiet Norfolk village of Manham, where he now practices as a general practitioner.

But the past has a way of catching up, and disturbing incidents in Manham begin to draw Hunter back into the world he tried to leave behind, forcing him to dust off his forensic skills when his peaceful new life is shattered.

Simon Beckett launched this gripping series in 2006 with The Chemistry of Death, and continues to develop Hunter's story in this ongoing collection. The novels follow both their publication sequence and chronological storyline, allowing readers to experience Hunter's journey in the order Beckett intended.