Order of Inspector Shan Books

Shan Tao Yun serves as the central character in Eliot Pattison's compelling mystery series. Once a respected Chinese detective, Shan's life took a dramatic turn when he crossed a influential figure within China's government hierarchy. This conflict stripped him of everything - his career, his family ties, and his liberty - landing him in a Himalayan labor camp where his story begins.

American author Eliot Pattison launched this acclaimed series in 1998 with The Skull Mantra, which earned him the prestigious Edgar Award for Best First Novel. The series continues to this day, with Pattison releasing new installments roughly every 2-3 years. The following list presents Eliot Pattison's Inspector Shan novels in their publication sequence, which mirrors their chronological storyline: