Belinda Bauer Reading Order
3 series · 12 books
Belinda Bauer is a Welsh-based crime writer whose gritty mysteries are shaped by her unique career path, including seven years in screenwriting and a decade spent covering courtroom proceedings in Cardiff. Her work, particularly the Jonas Holly series set in rural Exmoor, blends psychological depth with procedural detail, drawing on her firsthand knowledge of the criminal justice system. Since publishing her debut novel at 45, Bauer has established herself as a leading voice in British crime fiction, crafting tension-filled narratives that explore the darker edges of human nature.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2024–2024)
Jonas Holly/Exmoor Trilogy Series
Complete3 books (2009–2012)
Belinda Bauer's Exmoor Trilogy consists of three mystery thrillers published between 2009 and 2012, following the character Jonas Holly across the English moors. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Blacklands, followed by Darkside, and concluding with Finders Keepers. Each book builds on the previous installment, offering a interconnected narrative that unfolds across the trilogy's full span.
Start with Blacklands and read in order.
Start this series with Blacklands
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing8 books (2013–2026)
Belinda Bauer has written seven standalone mystery and thriller novels published between 2013 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each book stands alone as an independent story, so they can be read in any order, though reading them in publication order beginning with Rubbernecker allows you to follow the author's evolution as a writer. The complete sequence includes Rubbernecker, The Facts of Life and Death, The Shut Eye, The Beautiful Dead, Snap, Exit, The Impossible Thing, and Crash.
Start with Rubbernecker, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Rubbernecker
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Belinda Bauer written?
- Belinda Bauer has written 12 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Belinda Bauer series?
- Here are the first books in Belinda Bauer's series: Jonas Holly/Exmoor Trilogy: Blacklands.
- What order should I read Belinda Bauer's books?
- We recommend reading Belinda Bauer's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Belinda Bauer still writing new books?
- Yes, Belinda Bauer has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.