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Caroline Graham Reading Order

2 series Β· 10 books Β· Born 1931

Caroline Graham is a British crime writer known for crafting atmospheric mysteries rooted in English village life. Her Chief Inspector Barnaby series became the basis for the long-running television adaptation Midsomer Murders, bringing her detective work to millions of viewers worldwide. Graham's novels blend procedural elements with keen character observation, exploring how crime disrupts the surface calm of seemingly ordinary communities.

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Chief Inspector Barnaby Series

Complete

7 books (1987–2004)

Caroline Graham's Chief Inspector Barnaby series consists of seven mystery novels published between 1987 and 2004. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Killings at Badger's Drift and concluding with A Ghost in the Machine. Each novel features the methodical detective work of Chief Inspector Barnaby as he investigates crimes in the English countryside.

Start with The Killings at Badger's Drift, the first of 7 books in the Chief Inspector Barnaby series.

Start this series with The Killings at Badger's Drift

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The Killings at Badger's Drift
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Death of a Hollow Man
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A Ghost in the Machine

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (1982–1990)

Caroline Graham's three standalone mystery novels span the 1980s, with Fire Dance arriving in 1982, followed by The Envy of the Stranger and Murder at Madingley Grange through 1990. Though each book stands alone with its own characters and plot, readers should follow publication order to experience Graham's evolving craft throughout the series. This complete collection showcases the author's skill in the mystery and thriller genre during a prolific period of her career.

Start with Fire Dance and read in order.

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The Envy of the Stranger
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Murder at Madingley Grange

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Caroline Graham written?
Caroline Graham has written 10 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1982 to 2004.
What is the first book in each Caroline Graham series?
Here are the first books in Caroline Graham's series: Chief Inspector Barnaby: The Killings at Badger's Drift.
What order should I read Caroline Graham's books?
We recommend reading Caroline Graham's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Caroline Graham's series complete?
Caroline Graham has 2 completed series.

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