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Catherine Aird Reading Order

5 series Β· 32 books

Catherine Aird is a British mystery writer known for her detective fiction spanning nearly six decades. She is best recognized for the Sloan and Crosby series, which follows two contrasting detectives solving crimes in the English countryside with wit and procedural detail. Her body of work includes over thirty books of mysteries, short story collections, and standalone novels that showcase her skill at plotting intricate whodunits with memorable characters.

Anthologies Series

Ongoing

3 books (1992–2025)

Start with 1st Culprit and read in order.

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1
2
3
Cover of Playing Dead: Short Stories by Members of the Detection Club
Playing Dead: Short Stories by Members of the Detection Club

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2003–2003)

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1

Sloan and Crosby Series

Likely Complete

26 books (1966–2023)

Start with The Religious Body, the first of 26 books in the Sloan and Crosby series.

Start this series with The Religious Body

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Sloan and Crosby Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2014–2014)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (1967–1967)

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1
Cover of A Most Contagious Game
A Most Contagious Game

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Catherine Aird written?
Catherine Aird has written 32 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1966 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Catherine Aird series?
Here are the first books in Catherine Aird's series: Anthologies: 1st Culprit; Sloan and Crosby: The Religious Body.
What order should I read Catherine Aird's books?
We recommend reading Catherine Aird's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Catherine Aird still writing new books?
Yes, Catherine Aird has 1 ongoing series: Anthologies.

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