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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

Ongoing

24 books (2013–2026)

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

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Murder in Retribution
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Murder in Containment
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Murder in All Honour
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Murder in Misdirection
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Murder in Just Cause
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Murder in Deep Regret
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Murder in Revelation
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Murder in Material Gain
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Murder in Unsound Mind
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Murder in Admonishment
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Murder in Preemption
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Murder in All Patience
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Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2019–2019)

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Regency Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2016)

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

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Daughter of the God-King
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The Bengal Bridegift

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

8 books (2017–2025)

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

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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.

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