Colin Bateman Reading Order
10 series · 43 books · Born 1962
Colin Bateman is a Northern Irish novelist and screenwriter whose crime fiction spans multiple interconnected series featuring memorable protagonists like Dan Starkey and Martin Murphy. His prolific output of over forty books showcases a talent for blending mystery, thriller elements, and dark humor across diverse narratives that range from detective procedurals to offbeat crime capers. Drawing on his journalism background, Bateman crafted complex plots and sharp character work that have established him as a significant voice in contemporary British crime fiction since the mid-1990s.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Dan Starkey Series
Complete10 books (1995–2014)
Start with Divorcing Jack, the first of 10 books in the Dan Starkey series.
Start this series with Divorcing Jack
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Eddie and the Gang With No Name Series
Complete3 books (2003–2013)
Start with Reservoir Pups and read in order.
Start this series with Reservoir Pups
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Martin Murphy Series
Complete2 books (2002–2005)
Start with Murphy's Law and read in order.
Start this series with Murphy's Law
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Mystery Man Series
Complete4 books (2009–2012)
Start with Mystery Man, the first of 4 books in the Mystery Man series.
Start this series with Mystery Man
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Papercuts Series
Complete8 books (2015–2016)
Start with The Dead and the Quick, the first of 8 books in the Papercuts series.
Start this series with The Dead and the Quick
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SOS Adventures Series
Complete3 books (2010–2011)
Start with Fire Storm and read in order.
Start this series with Fire Storm
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Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete9 books (1995–2008)
Start with Cycle of Violence, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Cycle of Violence
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Titanic 2020 Series
Complete2 books (2007–2012)
Start with Titanic 2020 and read in order.
Start this series with Titanic 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Colin Bateman written?
- Colin Bateman has written 43 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2016.
- What is the first book in each Colin Bateman series?
- Here are the first books in Colin Bateman's series: Dan Starkey: Divorcing Jack; Eddie and the Gang With No Name: Reservoir Pups; Martin Murphy: Murphy's Law; Mystery Man: Mystery Man; Papercuts: The Dead and the Quick.
- What order should I read Colin Bateman's books?
- We recommend reading Colin Bateman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Colin Bateman's series complete?
- Colin Bateman has 10 completed series.