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Chris Simms

Chris Simms Reading Order

5 series · 22 books · Born 1969

Mystery & Thriller

Chris Simms is a British crime writer who has published over twenty novels across multiple series since 2003, earning Crime Writers' Association Dagger nominations and recognition from Waterstones as one of their "25 authors for the future." His psychological thrillers explore dark crimes through detective characters including DI Jon Spicer in Manchester, DC Sean Blake, and DC Iona Khan, blending procedural detail with character-driven storytelling. Drawing on varied work experience that includes jobs in airports, nightclubs, and post offices, Simms brings authentic atmosphere and human insight to his crime fiction.

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Anthologies Series

Ongoing

5 books (2014–2024)

Start with The Starlings & Other Stories, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Guilty Parties

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Guilty Parties
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Starlings & Other Stories
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Many Deadly Returns
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Midsummer Mysteries Short Stories
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

DC Iona Khan Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2013)

Start with Scratch Deeper and read in order.

Start this series with Scratch Deeper

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Scratch Deeper
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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A Price to Pay
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

DC Sean Blake Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2019)

Start with Loose Tongues and read in order.

Start this series with Loose Tongues

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Loose Tongues
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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DI Jon Spicer Series

Complete

9 books (2005–2021)

Start with Killing the Beasts, the first of 8 books in the DI Jon Spicer series.

Start this series with Killing the Beasts

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Killing the Beasts
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Shifting Skin
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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4
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5
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7
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Sleeping Dogs
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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9

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

4 books (2003–2015)

Start with Outside the White Lines, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Outside the White Lines

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Outside the White Lines
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Pecking Order
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Sing Me to Sleep
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Rats' Nest / Dead Gorgeous
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Chris Simms written?
Chris Simms has written 22 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Chris Simms series?
Here are the first books in Chris Simms's series: Anthologies: Guilty Parties; DC Iona Khan: Scratch Deeper; DC Sean Blake: Loose Tongues; DI Jon Spicer: Killing the Beasts.
What order should I read Chris Simms's books?
We recommend reading Chris Simms's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Chris Simms still writing new books?
Yes, Chris Simms has 1 ongoing series: Anthologies.

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