Alys Clare Reading Order
4 series · 38 books
Alys Clare writes historical mysteries spanning four distinct series that transport readers across centuries of English history, from medieval abbeys to Victorian London. Her extensive catalog demonstrates a gift for weaving authentic period detail with intricate plots, whether exploring the secrets of Hawkenlye Abbey or the supernatural investigations of the World's End Bureau. With over three decades of publishing experience and nearly forty novels to her name, Clare has established herself as a skilled craftsperson of the historical whodunit, drawing on deep knowledge of English settings and customs to create immersive mysteries.
Aelf Fen Mysteries Series
Likely Complete10 books (2009–2021)
Start with Out of the Dawn Light, the first of 10 books in the Aelf Fen Mysteries series.
Start this series with Out of the Dawn Light
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Out of the Dawn Light |
| 2 |  Mist Over the Water |
| 3 |  Music of the Distant Stars |
| 4 |  The Way Between the Worlds |
| 5 |  Land of the Silver Dragon |
| 6 | Blood of the South |
| 7 | The Night Wanderer |
| 8 |  The Rufus Spy |
| 9 |  City of Pearl |
| 10 |  The Lammas Wild |
Gabriel Taverner Mystery Series
Ongoing6 books (2016–2024)
Start with A Rustle of Silk, the first of 6 books in the Gabriel Taverner Mystery series.
Start this series with A Rustle of Silk
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  A Rustle of Silk |
| 2 |  The Angel in the Glass |
| 3 |  The Indigo Ghosts |
| 4 |  Magic in the Weave |
| 5 |  The Cargo From Neira |
| 6 | The Chrysanthemum Tiger |
Hawkenlye Mysteries Series
Complete17 books (1999–2017)
Start with Fortune Like the Moon, the first of 17 books in the Hawkenlye Mysteries series.
Start this series with Fortune Like the Moon
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Fortune Like the Moon |
| 2 |  Ashes of the Elements |
| 3 | The Tavern in the Morning |
| 4 |  The Chatter of the Maidens |
| 5 |  The Faithful Dead |
| 6 |  A Dark Night Hidden |
| 7 | Whiter Than the Lily |
| 8 |  Girl in a Red Tunic |
| 9 |  Heart of Ice |
| 10 |  The Enchanter's Forest |
| 11 |  The Joys of My Life |
| 12 |  The Paths of the Air |
| 13 |  The Rose of the World |
| 14 |  The Song of the Nightingale |
| 15 |  The Winter King |
| 16 |  A Shadowed Evil |
| 17 |  The Devil's Cup |
World’s End Bureau Victorian Mystery Series
Ongoing5 books (2019–2025)
Start with The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits, the first of 5 books in the World’s End Bureau Victorian Mystery series.
Start this series with The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits |
| 2 | The Outcast Girls |
| 3 |  The Man in the Shadows |
| 4 |  The Stranger in the Asylum |
| 5 | The Skeleton in the Rose Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Alys Clare written?
- Alys Clare has written 38 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Alys Clare series?
- Here are the first books in Alys Clare's series: Aelf Fen Mysteries: Out of the Dawn Light; Gabriel Taverner Mystery: A Rustle of Silk; Hawkenlye Mysteries: Fortune Like the Moon; World’s End Bureau Victorian Mystery: The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits.
- What order should I read Alys Clare's books?
- We recommend reading Alys Clare's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Alys Clare still writing new books?
- Yes, Alys Clare has 2 ongoing series: Gabriel Taverner Mystery, World’s End Bureau Victorian Mystery.