Anne Cleeland Reading Order
4 series Β· 36 books
Anne Cleeland is an American author whose prolific career spans mystery, historical fiction, and romance across multiple interconnected worlds. Her New Scotland Yard series combines crime investigation with romantic tension in Victorian-era London, while her Regency novels explore historical settings with contemporary storytelling sensibilities. Drawing on her background in law and English literature, Cleeland has published over thirty-five books since 2013, crafting intricate plots that appeal to readers seeking intelligent mysteries grounded in authentic historical detail.
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New Scotland Yard / Doyle and Acton Series
Ongoing24 books (2013β2026)
The New Scotland Yard / Doyle and Acton series consists of 23 books published between 2013 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Begin with Murder in Thrall and read the books in publication order, as each entry builds on the previous ones. This mystery and romance series blends crime investigation with historical elements, following its protagonists through interconnected cases at Scotland Yard.
Start with Murder in Thrall, the first of 23 books in the New Scotland Yard / Doyle and Acton series.
Start this series with Murder in Thrall
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Murder in Thrall |
| 2 | Murder in Retribution |
| 3 | Murder in Hindsight |
| 4 | Murder in Containment |
| 5 | Murder in All Honour |
| 6 | Murder in Shadow |
| 7 | Murder in Misdirection |
| 8 | Murder in Spite |
| 9 | Murder in Just Cause |
| 10 | Murder in the Blood |
| 11 | Murder in Deep Regret |
| 12 | Murder in Revelation |
| 13 | Murder in Material Gain |
| 14 | Murder in Unsound Mind |
| 15 | Murder in All Fury |
| 16 | Murder in Immunity |
| 17 | Murder in Admonishment |
| 18 | Murder in Protocol |
| 19 | Murder in Preemption |
| 20 | Murder in Reproach |
| 21 | Murder in All Patience |
| 22 | Murder in Mercy |
| 23 | Murder in Mistake |
| 24 | Murder in Surety |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2019β2019)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hats and Windows |
Regency Series
Complete3 books (2013β2016)
Anne Cleeland's Regency series consists of three historical mystery novels published between 2013 and 2016, blending romance, intrigue, and period detail. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order: Daughter of the God-King, Tainted Angel, and The Bengal Bridegift. Each book builds on the previous installment, making sequential reading essential for following the overarching narrative.
Start with Daughter of the God-King and read in order.
Start this series with Daughter of the God-King
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Daughter of the God-King |
| 2 | Tainted Angel |
| 3 | The Bengal Bridegift |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing8 books (2017β2025)
Anne Cleeland's Standalone Novels series comprises eight mystery and historical fiction books published between 2017 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each novel stands alone with its own plot and characters, though they share the author's signature blend of mystery, romance, and historical settings. The books should be read in publication order beginning with The Barbary Mark, followed by The True Pretender, A Death in Sheffield, The Spanish Mask, The Gypsy Queen, The Blighted Bride, The Stray Relation, and The Penitent.
Start with The Barbary Mark, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Barbary Mark
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Barbary Mark |
| 2 | The True Pretender |
| 3 | A Death in Sheffield |
| 4 | The Spanish Mask |
| 5 | The Gypsy Queen |
| 6 | The Blighted Bride |
| 7 | The Stray Relation |
| 8 | The Penitent |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Anne Cleeland written?
- Anne Cleeland has written 36 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Anne Cleeland series?
- Here are the first books in Anne Cleeland's series: New Scotland Yard / Doyle and Acton: Murder in Thrall; Regency: Daughter of the God-King.
- What order should I read Anne Cleeland's books?
- We recommend reading Anne Cleeland's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Anne Cleeland still writing new books?
- Yes, Anne Cleeland has 2 ongoing series: New Scotland Yard / Doyle and Acton, Standalone Novels.

