Jane A. Adams Reading Order
9 series · 50 books
Jane A. Adams is a prolific British mystery and thriller writer with over three decades of publishing experience and fifty books across nine interconnected series. Her detective-led narratives span multiple protagonists including Mike Croft, Rozlyn Priest, Henry Johnstone, and Naomi Blake, each bringing distinct investigative approaches to complex cases. Adams builds intricate plots with procedural depth and psychological insight, establishing herself as a consistently productive voice in contemporary crime fiction since 1994.
Detective Mike Croft Series
Ongoing5 books (1995–2024)
Start with The Greenway, the first of 5 books in the Detective Mike Croft series.
Start this series with The Greenway
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Detective Rozlyn Priest Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Henry Johnstone Mystery Series
Ongoing10 books (2017–2024)
Start with Death Scene, the first of 10 books in the Henry Johnstone Mystery series.
Start this series with Death Scene
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Merrow & Clarke Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2022)
Start with Safe and read in order.
Start this series with Safe
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Naomi Blake Series
Complete12 books (2002–2018)
Start with Mourning The Little Dead / Two Little Blonde Girls, the first of 12 books in the Naomi Blake series.
Start this series with Mourning The Little Dead / Two Little Blonde Girls
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Ray Flowers Series
Likely Complete5 books (2000–2023)
Start with The Apothecary's Daughter / The Angel Gateway, the first of 5 books in the Ray Flowers series.
Start this series with The Apothecary's Daughter / The Angel Gateway
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Rina Martin Series
Ongoing11 books (2008–2025)
Start with Murder on Sea / A Reason to Kill, the first of 11 books in the Rina Martin series.
Start this series with Murder on Sea / A Reason to Kill
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Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete3 books (1997–2021)
Start with The Other Woman / Bird and read in order.
Start this series with The Other Woman / Bird
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Studies in Rural Culture Series
Complete1 book (1994–1994)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jane A. Adams written?
- Jane A. Adams has written 50 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Jane A. Adams series?
- Here are the first books in Jane A. Adams's series: Detective Mike Croft: The Greenway; Henry Johnstone Mystery: Death Scene; Merrow & Clarke: Safe; Naomi Blake: Mourning The Little Dead / Two Little Blonde Girls; Ray Flowers: The Apothecary's Daughter / The Angel Gateway.
- What order should I read Jane A. Adams's books?
- We recommend reading Jane A. Adams's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jane A. Adams still writing new books?
- Yes, Jane A. Adams has 3 ongoing series: Detective Mike Croft, Henry Johnstone Mystery, Rina Martin.