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Chris Simms

Chris Simms Reading Order

5 series · 20 books · Born 16 Octuber 1969

Mystery & Thriller

Chris Simms is an accomplished author known for his gripping crime fiction, featuring a diverse range of characters across five series, including DI Jon Spicer and DC Iona Khan. With a prolific career spanning from 2003 to 2024, he has penned 20 books, including standalone novels and anthologies, with his debut title, Outside the White Lines, earning significant recognition. Simms's work has garnered nominations for prestigious awards, solidifying his reputation as a prominent voice in the genre.

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Anthologies Series

Ongoing

4 books (2015–2024)

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

#Title
1
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The Starlings & Other Stories
2015Buy 🇺🇸
2
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CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
Many Deadly Returns
2021Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Midsummer Mysteries Short Stories
2024Buy 🇺🇸

DC Iona Khan Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2013)

Start with Scratch Deeper and read in order.

#Title
1
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Scratch Deeper
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
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A Price to Pay
2013Buy 🇺🇸

DC Sean Blake Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2019)

Start with Loose Tongues and read in order.

#Title
1
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Loose Tongues
2018Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Marked Men
2019Buy 🇺🇸

DI Jon Spicer Series

Complete

8 books (2005–2017)

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

#Title
1
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Killing the Beasts
2005Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Shifting Skin
2006Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Savage Moon
2007Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Hell's Fire
2008Buy 🇺🇸
5
The Edge
2009Buy 🇺🇸
6
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Cut Adrift
2010Buy 🇺🇸
7
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Sleeping Dogs
2014Buy 🇺🇸
8
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Death Games
2017Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

4 books (2003–2015)

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

#Title
1
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Outside the White Lines
2003Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Pecking Order
2004Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Sing Me to Sleep
2014Buy 🇺🇸
4
Rats' Nest / Dead Gorgeous
2015Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Chris Simms written?
Chris Simms has written 20 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: The Starlings & Other Stories; 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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