Christopher Brookmyre Reading Order
7 series · 32 books · Born 1968
Christopher Brookmyre is a Scottish writer known for his engaging blend of crime, humor, and social commentary, often categorized within the Tartan Noir genre. With a prolific output spanning from 1996 to 2024, he has authored 32 books across seven series, including the well-known Jack Parlabane and Jasmine Sharp Investigations. His notable work showcases a unique storytelling style that captivates readers with its intricate plots and vibrant characters.
Angelique De Xavier Series
Complete3 books (2001–2008)
Start with A Big Boy Did It and Ran Away and read in order.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2009–2019)
Start with Crimespotting and read in order.
Jack Parlabane Series
Complete9 books (1996–2017)
Start with Quite Ugly One Morning, the first of 9 books in the Jack Parlabane series.
Jasmine Sharp Investigations Series
Complete4 books (2011–2017)
Start with Where the Bodies Are Buried, the first of 4 books in the Jasmine Sharp Investigations series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Last Siege of Bothwell Castle 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Jaggy Splinters 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing11 books (1998–2024)
Start with Not the End of the World, the first of 11 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Not the End of the World 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  One Fine Day in the Middle of the Night 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  All Fun And Games Until Somebody Loses An Eye 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  A Tale Etched In Blood And Hard Black Pencil 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Pandaemonium 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Bedlam 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Places in the Darkness 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Fallen Angel 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Cut 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Cliff House 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Cracked Mirror 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Christopher Brookmyre written?
- Christopher Brookmyre has written 32 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1996 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Christopher Brookmyre series?
- Here are the first books in Christopher Brookmyre's series: Angelique De Xavier: A Big Boy Did It and Ran Away; Anthologies: Crimespotting; Jack Parlabane: Quite Ugly One Morning; Jasmine Sharp Investigations: Where the Bodies Are Buried.
- What order should I read Christopher Brookmyre's books?
- We recommend reading Christopher Brookmyre's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Christopher Brookmyre still writing new books?
- Yes, Christopher Brookmyre has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.