Jonathan Gash Reading Order
4 series Β· 35 books Β· Born 1933
Jonathan Gash is an English physician whose prolific writing career spans fantasy, mystery, and thriller genres across multiple acclaimed series. Best known for the Lovejoy novels about an antique dealer-detective, which became a popular television adaptation, Gash has published over thirty-five books since the late 1970s. His diverse body of work also includes the Dr. Clare Burtonall series and numerous standalone novels, showcasing his ability to blend intricate plotting with compelling characters across varying genres.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (1999β1999)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Malice Domestic 8 |
Dr. Clare Burtonall Series
Complete5 books (1997β2006)
The Dr. Clare Burtonall series comprises five complete books by Jonathan Gash, published between 1997 and 2006. Read the series in publication order, beginning with Different Women Dancing and continuing through Prey Dancing, Die Dancing, Bone Dancing, and Blood Dancing. This mystery and fantasy series should be approached sequentially to fully appreciate its narrative arc.
Start with Different Women Dancing, the first of 5 books in the Dr. Clare Burtonall series.
Start this series with Different Women Dancing
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Different Women Dancing |
| 2 | Prey Dancing |
| 3 | Die Dancing |
| 4 | Bone Dancing |
| 5 | Blood Dancing |
Lovejoy Series
Complete24 books (1977β2008)
The Lovejoy series comprises 24 complete novels following the exploits of an antiques dealer navigating the world of treasures and schemes. Published between 1977 and 2008, these mystery and thriller adventures should be read in publication order, beginning with The Judas Pair and concluding with the final entry. Jonathan Gash's collection offers readers a full arc of stories featuring his protagonist's encounters with rare artifacts, con games, and the underworld of antiquities.
Start with The Judas Pair, the first of 24 books in the Lovejoy series.
Start this series with The Judas Pair
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Judas Pair |
| 2 | Gold by Gemini |
| 3 | The Grail Tree |
| 4 | Spend Game |
| 5 | The Vatican Rip |
| 6 | Firefly Gadroon |
| 7 | The Sleepers of Erin |
| 8 | The Gondola Scam |
| 9 | Pearlhanger |
| 10 | The Tartan Ringers / The Tartan Sell |
| 11 | Moonspender |
| 12 | Jade Woman |
| 13 | The Very Last Gambado |
| 14 | The Great California Game |
| 15 | The Lies of Fair Ladies |
| 16 | Paid and Loving Eyes |
| 17 | The Sin Within Her Smile |
| 18 | The Grace in Older Women |
| 19 | The Possessions of a Lady |
| 20 | The Rich and the Profane |
| 21 | A Rag, a Bone and a Hank of Hair |
| 22 | Every Last Cent |
| 23 | The Ten Word Game |
| 24 | Faces in the Pool |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (1981β2013)
Jonathan Gash's five standalone novels span from 1981 to 2013, offering a complete collection of fantasy and mystery-thriller entries that can be enjoyed independently or read in publication order. The series concludes with Preddy Boy, making it a finished work. Each book stands alone, though readers may appreciate experiencing them chronologically from The Incomer through the final installment.
Start with The Incomer, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Incomer
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Incomer |
| 2 | Finding Davey |
| 3 | The Year of the Woman |
| 4 | Bad Girl Magdalene |
| 5 | Preddy Boy |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jonathan Gash written?
- Jonathan Gash has written 35 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1977 to 2013.
- What is the first book in each Jonathan Gash series?
- Here are the first books in Jonathan Gash's series: Dr. Clare Burtonall: Different Women Dancing; Lovejoy: The Judas Pair.
- What order should I read Jonathan Gash's books?
- We recommend reading Jonathan Gash's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Jonathan Gash's series complete?
- Jonathan Gash has 4 completed series.

