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Kate Rhodes

Kate Rhodes Reading Order

4 series ยท 18 books ยท Born 1964

Kate Rhodes is a British author known for her compelling crime fiction and poetry. With 18 published works spanning four series, including the Alice Quentin and DI Ben Kitto series, she has captivated readers since her debut novel, Crossbones Yard, in 2005. Active until 2025, her diverse repertoire also features poetry collections and anthologies, showcasing her multifaceted talent.

Alice Quentin Series

Complete

6 books (2012โ€“2018)

Start with Crossbones Yard, the first of 6 books in the Alice Quentin series.

#Title
1
Cover of Crossbones Yard
Crossbones Yard
2
Cover of A Killing of Angels
A Killing of Angels
3
Cover of River of Souls / The Girl in the River
River of Souls / The Girl in the River
4
Cover of The Winter Foundlings
The Winter Foundlings
5
Cover of Blood Symmetry
Blood Symmetry
6
Cover of Fatal Harmony
Fatal Harmony

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2016โ€“2017)

Start with Killer Women and read in order.

#Title
1
Killer Women
2
Cover of CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour
CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour

DI Ben Kitto Series

Ongoing

8 books (2018โ€“2025)

Start with Hell Bay, the first of 8 books in the DI Ben Kitto series.

#Title
1
2
Burnt Island
3
4
Cover of Devil's Table
Devil's Table
5
6
Hangman Island
7
Cover of The Brutal Tide
The Brutal Tide
8
Deadman's Pool

Poetry Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2005โ€“2008)

Start with Reversal and read in order.

#Title
1
2
Cover of The Alice Trap
The Alice Trap

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kate Rhodes written?
Kate Rhodes has written 18 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2005 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Kate Rhodes series?
Here are the first books in Kate Rhodes's series: Alice Quentin: Crossbones Yard; Anthologies: Killer Women; DI Ben Kitto: Hell Bay; Poetry Collections: Reversal.
What order should I read Kate Rhodes's books?
We recommend reading Kate Rhodes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Kate Rhodes still writing new books?
Yes, Kate Rhodes has 1 ongoing series: DI Ben Kitto.

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