Kate Ellis Reading Order
8 series · 49 books · Born 1953
Kate Ellis is a British crime fiction writer renowned for weaving historical elements into her engaging mystery narratives. With a diverse portfolio of 49 titles across eight series, including the popular Wesley Peterson and Joe Plantagenet series, her work has captivated readers since 1998. Active until 2026, her compelling storytelling is complemented by standalone novels and short stories that showcase her versatility in the genre.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing6 books (2015–2025)
Start with The Starlings & Other Stories, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Inspector Albert Lincoln Series
Complete3 books (2016–2020)
Start with A High Mortality of Doves and read in order.
Joe Plantagenet Series
Ongoing6 books (2008–2026)
Start with Seeking The Dead, the first of 6 books in the Joe Plantagenet series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2017–2017)
Start with The Mole Catcher's Daughter and read in order.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Dark & Merciless Things 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Devil's Priest 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Plays Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Dick of Devonshire 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Wesley Peterson Series
Ongoing29 books (1998–2025)
Start with The Merchant's House, the first of 29 books in the Wesley Peterson series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Merchant's House 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  An Unhallowed Grave 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Armada Boy 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Funeral Boat 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Bone Garden 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  A Painted Doom 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Skeleton Room 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Plague Maiden 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  A Cursed Inheritance 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Marriage Hearse 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Shining Skull 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  The Blood Pit 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  A Perfect Death 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Flesh Tailor 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  The Jackal Man 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  The Cadaver Game 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  The Shadow Collector 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  The Shroud Maker 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  The Death Season 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  The House of Eyes 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  The Mermaid's Scream 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  The Mechanical Devil 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Dead Man's Lane 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  The Burial Circle 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | The Stone Chamber 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Serpent's Point 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | The Killing Place 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | Coffin Island 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | Deadly Remains 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kate Ellis written?
- Kate Ellis has written 49 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1998 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Kate Ellis series?
- Here are the first books in Kate Ellis's series: Anthologies: The Starlings & Other Stories; Inspector Albert Lincoln: A High Mortality of Doves; Joe Plantagenet: Seeking The Dead; Short Stories/Novellas: The Mole Catcher's Daughter; Wesley Peterson: The Merchant's House.
- What order should I read Kate Ellis's books?
- We recommend reading Kate Ellis's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Kate Ellis still writing new books?
- Yes, Kate Ellis has 3 ongoing series: Anthologies, Joe Plantagenet, Wesley Peterson.