Alex Gray Reading Order
2 series · 24 books
Alex Gray is a renowned Scottish author specializing in crime fiction, known for her engaging narratives set in Glasgow. With a total of 24 works across two series, she has captivated readers with her notable Detective Lorimer novels. Active from 2002 to 2025, Gray's rich storytelling also includes anthologies, magazine articles, and contributions to BBC radio programs.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Protectors 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Detective Lorimer Series
Ongoing23 books (2002–2025)
Start with Never Somewhere Else, the first of 23 books in the Detective Lorimer series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Never Somewhere Else 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  A Small Weeping 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Shadows of Sounds 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Riverman 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Pitch Black 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Glasgow Kiss 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Five Ways to Kill a Man 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Sleep Like the Dead 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  A Pound Of Flesh 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Swedish Girl 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Bird That Did Not Sing / The Silent Games 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Keep the Midnight Out 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Bank Job 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | The Darkest Goodbye 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Still Dark 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Only the Dead Can Tell 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  The Stalker 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  When Shadows Fall 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Before the Storm 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Echo of the Dead 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Questions for a Dead Man 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Out of Darkness 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Acts of Malice 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Alex Gray written?
- Alex Gray has written 24 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Alex Gray series?
- Here are the first books in Alex Gray's series: Detective Lorimer: Never Somewhere Else.
- What order should I read Alex Gray's books?
- We recommend reading Alex Gray's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Alex Gray still writing new books?
- Yes, Alex Gray has 1 ongoing series: Detective Lorimer.