Howard Linskey Reading Order
6 series Β· 16 books
Howard Linskey is a British author celebrated for his engaging crime fiction, particularly the David Blake series. With a prolific output of 16 books spanning 6 series, he also explores themes in his works featuring DC Ian Bradshaw, the William Shakespeare Mysteries, and various standalone and non-fiction titles. Active between 2011 and 2026, Linskey's novels are often set in the vibrant landscapes of northeast England.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | True Brit Grit 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
DC Ian Bradshaw Series
Complete4 books (2015β2018)
Start with No Name Lane, the first of 4 books in the DC Ian Bradshaw series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | No Name Lane 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Behind Dead Eyes 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Search 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Chosen Ones 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
David Blake Series
Complete3 books (2011β2013)
Start with The Drop and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Drop 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Damage 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Dead 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2020β2020)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Little Book of Pintfulness 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete5 books (2018β2022)
Start with Hunting the Hangman, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hunting the Hangman 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Alice Teale is Missing 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Ungentlemanly Warfare 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Don't Let Him In 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Inheritance 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
William Shakespeare Mysteries Series
Ongoing2 books (2025β2026)
Start with A Serpent in the Garden and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Serpent in the Garden 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Muse of Fire 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Howard Linskey written?
- Howard Linskey has written 16 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Howard Linskey series?
- Here are the first books in Howard Linskey's series: DC Ian Bradshaw: No Name Lane; David Blake: The Drop; William Shakespeare Mysteries: A Serpent in the Garden.
- What order should I read Howard Linskey's books?
- We recommend reading Howard Linskey's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Howard Linskey still writing new books?
- Yes, Howard Linskey has 1 ongoing series: William Shakespeare Mysteries.

