Jo Bannister Reading Order
8 series Β· 57 books
Jo Bannister was a prolific British author known for her compelling crime fiction and mystery novels, with a career spanning from 1981 to 2021. She penned 57 books across eight series, including popular titles featuring Clio Rees & Harry Marsh, Mickey Flynn, and Brodie Farrell. Her notable works often combine intricate plots with rich character development, making her a beloved figure in the genre.
Brodie Farrell Series
Complete9 books (2001β2020)
Start with Echoes of Lies, the first of 9 books in the Brodie Farrell series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Echoes of Lies 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | True Witness 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Reflections 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Depths of Solitude 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Breaking Faith 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Requiem for a Dealer 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Flawed 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Closer Still 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Liars All 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
Castlemere Series
Complete7 books (1993β2000)
Start with A Bleeding of Innocents, the first of 7 books in the Castlemere series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Bleeding of Innocents 1993Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Charisma / Sins of the Heart 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Burning Desires / A Taste for Burning 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | No Birds Sing 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Broken Lines 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Hireling's Tale 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Changelings 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
Clio Rees & Harry Marsh Series
Complete4 books (1984β2006)
Start with Striving with Gods, the first of 4 books in the Clio Rees & Harry Marsh series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Striving with Gods 1984Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Gilgamesh 1989Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Going Down of the Sun 1989Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Fifth Cataract 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
Hazel Best & Gabriel Ash Series
Likely Complete8 books (2013β2021)
Start with Deadly Virtues, the first of 8 books in the Hazel Best & Gabriel Ash series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Deadly Virtues 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Perfect Sins 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Desperate Measures 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Other Countries 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Kindred Spirits 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Silent Footsteps 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Dangerous Pursuits 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | China Roses 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
Mickey Flynn Series
Complete2 books (1990β1991)
Start with Shards and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Shards 1990Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Death and Other Lovers 1991Buy πΊπΈ |
Rosie Holland Series
Complete2 books (1998β1999)
Start with The Primrose Convention and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Primrose Convention 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Primrose Switchback 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete10 books (1981β2018)
Start with The Matrix, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Matrix 1981Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Winter Plain 1982Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | A Cactus Garden 1983Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Mosaic 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Mason Codex / Unlawful Entry 1988Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Tinderbox 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | From Fire And Flood 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Fathers and Sins 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Death in High Places 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Spy for Hire 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
Worldwide Library Mystery Series
Complete15 books (1986β2001)
Start with Nightmare Time(By: Hugh Pentecost), the first of 15 books in the Worldwide Library Mystery series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Nightmare Time(By: Hugh Pentecost) 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Still Life(By: Miriam Borgenicht) 1986Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Seascape with Dead Figures(By: Roy Hart) 1987Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Top End(By: Steven L. Thompson) 1989Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Yellow Rain(By: Steven Spetz) 1989Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Time Lapse(By: Janice Law) 1992Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | The Killing Floor(By: Peter Turnbull) 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Death Of A Healing Woman(By: Allana Martin) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | No Birds Sing 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Prove the Nameless(By: Terence Faherty) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Rain Dance(By: Skye Kathleen Moody) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | So Dear To Wicked Men(By: Takis Iakovou,Judy Iakovou) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | The Lazarus Hotel 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 14 | The Lithium Murder(By: Camille Minichino) 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 15 | Rosewood's Ashes(By: Aileen Schumacher) 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jo Bannister written?
- Jo Bannister has written 57 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1981 to 2021.
- What is the first book in each Jo Bannister series?
- Here are the first books in Jo Bannister's series: Brodie Farrell: Echoes of Lies; Castlemere: A Bleeding of Innocents; Clio Rees & Harry Marsh: Striving with Gods; Hazel Best & Gabriel Ash: Deadly Virtues; Mickey Flynn: Shards.
- What order should I read Jo Bannister's books?
- We recommend reading Jo Bannister's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Jo Bannister's series complete?
- Jo Bannister has 7 completed series.

