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Alex Walters / Michael Walters

Alex Walters / Michael Walters Reading Order

5 series · 25 books · Born 1960

Mystery & Thriller

Writing under the name Alex Walters, Michael Walters is a British crime fiction author whose background in management consultancy and criminal justice systems informs his authentically detailed thrillers. His prolific output includes five distinct detective series spanning from 2011 to present, featuring protagonists like DCI Kenny Murrain and Detective Annie Delamere across more than two dozen novels. Walters combines procedural expertise with compelling storytelling to create mysteries that reflect real-world police work and institutional dynamics.

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2016–2022)

Start with Dark Minds and read in order.

Start this series with Dark Minds

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1
Cover of Dark Minds
2
Written in the Stars
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

DCI Kenny Murrain Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2016–2026)

Start with Dark Corners, the first of 6 books in the DCI Kenny Murrain series.

Start this series with Dark Corners

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#Title
1
Cover of Dark Corners
Dark Corners
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Late Checkout
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Murrain's Truth
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
5
Stilled Voices
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Life Remains
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Stolen Lives
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

DI McKay Series

Ongoing

7 books (2016–2025)

Start with Candles and Roses, the first of 7 books in the DI McKay series.

Start this series with Candles and Roses

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#Title
1
Cover of Candles and Roses
Candles and Roses
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of Death Parts Us
Death Parts Us
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of Their Final Act
Their Final Act
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Expiry Date
5
For Their Sins
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
A Parting Gift
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
The Low Road
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Detective Annie Delamere Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2020–2023)

Start with Lost Hours, the first of 4 books in the Detective Annie Delamere series.

Start this series with Lost Hours

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1
2
Small Mercies
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
4

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2011–2024)

Start with Trust No One, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Trust No One

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#Title
1
Trust No One
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of Nowhere To Hide
Nowhere To Hide
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of Winterman
4
Cover of Human Assets
Human Assets
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Nothing Left of Me
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Alex Walters / Michael Walters written?
Alex Walters / Michael Walters has written 25 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Alex Walters / Michael Walters series?
Here are the first books in Alex Walters / Michael Walters's series: Anthologies: Dark Minds; DCI Kenny Murrain: Dark Corners; DI McKay: Candles and Roses; Detective Annie Delamere: Lost Hours.
What order should I read Alex Walters / Michael Walters's books?
We recommend reading Alex Walters / Michael Walters's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Alex Walters / Michael Walters still writing new books?
Yes, Alex Walters / Michael Walters has 2 ongoing series: DI McKay, Standalone Novels.

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