Dorothy Dunnett Reading Order
6 series · 28 books · Born 1923
Dorothy Dunnett was a celebrated Scottish author known for her captivating historical fiction. With an impressive portfolio of 28 books spanning six series, including The Lymond Chronicles and The House of Niccolò, her works transport readers to richly detailed historical settings. Active from 1961 until 2012, Dunnett’s storytelling prowess has left a lasting impact, particularly with her memorable characters and intricate plots.
Johnson Johnson Series
Complete7 books (1968–1991)
Start with Dolly and the Singing Bird, the first of 7 books in the Johnson Johnson series.
Johnson Johnson Mystery Series
Complete4 books (1991–2012)
Start with Rum Affair, the first of 4 books in the Johnson Johnson Mystery series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1988–2012)
Start with The Scottish Highlands and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (1982–1982)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  King Hereafter 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
The House of Niccolò Series
Complete8 books (1986–2000)
Start with Niccolò Rising, the first of 8 books in the The House of Niccolò series.
The Lymond Chronicles Series
Complete6 books (1961–1975)
Start with The Game of Kings, the first of 6 books in the The Lymond Chronicles series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Dorothy Dunnett written?
- Dorothy Dunnett has written 28 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1961 to 2012.
- What is the first book in each Dorothy Dunnett series?
- Here are the first books in Dorothy Dunnett's series: Johnson Johnson: Dolly and the Singing Bird; Johnson Johnson Mystery: Rum Affair; Non-Fiction: The Scottish Highlands; The House of Niccolò: Niccolò Rising; The Lymond Chronicles: The Game of Kings.
- What order should I read Dorothy Dunnett's books?
- We recommend reading Dorothy Dunnett's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Dorothy Dunnett's series complete?
- Dorothy Dunnett has 6 completed series.