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Imogen Robertson Reading Order

4 series · 38 books · Born 1973

Historical FictionMystery & Thriller

Imogen Robertson is a British author whose atmospheric historical mysteries blend meticulous period research with contemporary narrative techniques. Her Crowther and Westerman series has become central to her reputation, featuring a coroner and a wealthy widow investigating crimes in eighteenth-century England, while her Ballantyne series similarly weaves complex plots through richly detailed historical settings. Across her fourteen novels and poetry collections, Robertson demonstrates a distinctive ability to merge character-driven storytelling with the intellectual puzzles of the mystery genre.

Ballantyne Series

Ongoing

8 books (1980–2024)

Start with A Falcon Flies / Flight of the Falcon(By: Wilbur Smith), the first of 8 books in the Ballantyne series.

Start this series with A Falcon Flies / Flight of the Falcon(By: Wilbur Smith)

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A Falcon Flies / Flight of the Falcon(By: Wilbur Smith)
1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Men of Men(By: Wilbur Smith)
1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Angels Weep(By: Wilbur Smith)
1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Leopard Hunts in Darkness(By: Wilbur Smith)
1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Triumph of the Sun(By: Wilbur Smith)
1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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King of Kings(With: Wilbur Smith)
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Call of the Raven(By: Wilbur Smith,Corban Addison)
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Fire on the Horizon(With: Wilbur Smith)
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Courtney Series

Ongoing

24 books (1964–2026)

Start with When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith), the first of 24 books in the Courtney series.

Start this series with When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith)

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When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith)
1964Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Sound of Thunder / The Roar of Thunder(By: Wilbur Smith)
1966Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
A Sparrow Falls(By: Wilbur Smith)
1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Burning Shore(By: Wilbur Smith)
1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Power of the Sword(By: Wilbur Smith)
1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Rage(By: Wilbur Smith)
1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
A Time to Die(By: Wilbur Smith)
1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Golden Fox(By: Wilbur Smith)
1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Birds of Prey(By: Wilbur Smith)
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Monsoon(By: Wilbur Smith)
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Blue Horizon(By: Wilbur Smith)
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Assegai(By: Wilbur Smith)
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
Golden Lion(By: Wilbur Smith,Giles Kristian)
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
The Tiger's Prey(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
War Cry(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill)
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
Courtney's War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill)
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
Ghost Fire(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
Legacy of War(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19
Storm Tide(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20
Nemesis(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21
Warrior King(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22
Crossfire(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill)
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23
Flashpoint(By: Wilbur Smith,David Churchill)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24
Vengeance(By: Wilbur Smith,Tom Harper)
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Crowther and Westerman Series

Complete

5 books (2009–2014)

Start with Instruments of Darkness, the first of 5 books in the Crowther and Westerman series.

Start this series with Instruments of Darkness

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Instruments of Darkness
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Anatomy of Murder
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Island of Bones
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Circle of Shadows
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Theft of Life
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2013–2013)

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1
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The Paris Winter
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Imogen Robertson written?
Imogen Robertson has written 38 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1964 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Imogen Robertson series?
Here are the first books in Imogen Robertson's series: Ballantyne: A Falcon Flies / Flight of the Falcon(By: Wilbur Smith); Courtney: When the Lion Feeds(By: Wilbur Smith); Crowther and Westerman: Instruments of Darkness.
What order should I read Imogen Robertson's books?
We recommend reading Imogen Robertson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Imogen Robertson still writing new books?
Yes, Imogen Robertson has 2 ongoing series: Ballantyne, Courtney.

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