Colin Forbes Reading Order
4 series · 39 books · Born July 14, 1923
Colin Forbes, the pen name of British writer Raymond Harold Sawkins, captivated readers with his thrilling crime and suspense novels from 1967 to 2006. With a prolific output of 39 books spanning four popular series—including Snow, David Martini, Tweed & Co.—as well as several standalone titles, Forbes is best known for his gripping storytelling and intricate plots. His work continues to resonate with fans of the genre, showcasing his lasting impact on the world of fiction.
David Martini Series
Complete3 books (1967–1970)
Start with Wreath for America and read in order.
Snow Series
Complete3 books (1967–1968)
Start with Snow in Paradise and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete9 books (1969–1985)
Start with Tramp in Armour, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Tweed & Co. Series
Complete24 books (1982–2006)
Start with Double Jeopardy, the first of 24 books in the Tweed & Co. series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Double Jeopardy 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Terminal 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Cover Story 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Janus Man 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Deadlock 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Greek Key 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Shockwave 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Whirlpool 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  By Stealth 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Cross of Fire 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Power 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Fury 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Precipice 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Cauldron 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  The Sisterhood 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  This United State 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Sinister Tide 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Rhinoceros 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  The Vorpal Blade 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | The Cell 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  No Mercy 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Blood Storm 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  The Main Chance 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  The Savage Gorge 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Colin Forbes written?
- Colin Forbes has written 39 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1967 to 2006.
- What is the first book in each Colin Forbes series?
- Here are the first books in Colin Forbes's series: David Martini: Wreath for America; Snow: Snow in Paradise; Tweed & Co.: Double Jeopardy.
- What order should I read Colin Forbes's books?
- We recommend reading Colin Forbes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Colin Forbes's series complete?
- Colin Forbes has 4 completed series.