Helen H. Durrant Reading Order
8 series Β· 32 books
Helen H. Durrant is a British author known for her gripping crime novels, often set in the picturesque yet gritty environments of the Pennine hills. With 32 books spread across 8 series, including the popular Calladine & Bayliss and DCI Rachel King series, her work captivates readers who enjoy intricate mysteries. Active from 2015 to 2026, Durrant has made a significant mark in the crime fiction genre, establishing herself as a prominent voice with each thrilling installment.
Calladine & Bayliss Series
Likely Complete12 books (2015β2022)
Start with Dead List, the first of 12 books in the Calladine & Bayliss series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dead List 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dead Silent 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Dead Wrong / Handy Man 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Dead & Buried 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Dead Lost 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Dead Nasty 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Dead Jealous 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Dead Bad 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Dead Guilty 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Dead Wicked 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Dead Sorry 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Dead Real 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
DCI Rachel King Series
Likely Complete6 books (2019β2023)
Start with Next Victim, the first of 6 books in the DCI Rachel King series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Next Victim 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Two Victims 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Wrong Victim 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Forgotten Victim 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Last Victim 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Lost Victim 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
DI Greco Series
Complete4 books (2015β2018)
Start with Dark Murder, the first of 4 books in the DI Greco series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dark Murder 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dark Houses 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Dark Trade 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Dark Angel 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
DI Matt Brindle Series
Complete2 books (2017β2018)
Start with His Third Victim and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | His Third Victim 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Other Victim 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
DS Hedley Sharpe Mysteries Series
Complete1 book (2024β2024)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dig Two Graves 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Detective Alice Rossi Series
Likely Complete2 books (2022β2023)
Start with The Ash Lake Murders and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Ash Lake Murders 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Ravenswood Murders 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Detectives Lennox & Wilde Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020β2023)
Start with The Guilty Man and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Guilty Man 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Faceless Man 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Wrong Woman 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing2 books (2025β2026)
Start with The Funeral and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Funeral 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Two Wives 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Helen H. Durrant written?
- Helen H. Durrant has written 32 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Helen H. Durrant series?
- Here are the first books in Helen H. Durrant's series: Calladine & Bayliss: Dead List; DCI Rachel King: Next Victim; DI Greco: Dark Murder; DI Matt Brindle: His Third Victim; Detective Alice Rossi: The Ash Lake Murders.
- What order should I read Helen H. Durrant's books?
- We recommend reading Helen H. Durrant's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Helen H. Durrant still writing new books?
- Yes, Helen H. Durrant has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

