Kate Sedley Reading Order
3 series · 54 books · Born 1926-07-30
Brenda Margaret Lilian Clarke, writing under the pseudonym Kate Sedley, crafted a substantial body of historical fiction spanning several decades and multiple interconnected series. She is best known for her Roger the Chapman mysteries, which follow a medieval peddler solving crimes across fifteenth-century England, and the In the Shadow of the Throne series, which explores real historical figures and events during the Tudor era. Across more than fifty novels published between 1967 and 2013, Sedley demonstrated a talent for weaving authentic historical detail with compelling narratives that appeal to both mystery enthusiasts and historical fiction readers.
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In The Shadow Of The Throne Series
Complete2 books (1967–1970)
Kate Sedley's In the Shadow of the Throne is a two-book historical fiction series published between 1967 and 1970. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Richmond and Elizabeth followed by The Warrior King. These novels explore pivotal moments in English royal history through Sedley's fictional narrative.
Start with Richmond and Elizabeth and read in order.
Start this series with Richmond and Elizabeth
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Roger The Chapman Series
Complete22 books (1991–2013)
Kate Sedley's Roger the Chapman series comprises 22 historical fiction novels published between 1991 and 2013, following the adventures of a medieval peddler and occasional sleuth. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Death and the Chapman and concluding with the final installment released in 2013. Each book weaves mystery and period detail throughout the protagonist's travels across fifteenth-century England.
Start with Death and the Chapman, the first of 22 books in the Roger The Chapman series.
Start this series with Death and the Chapman
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete30 books (1969–1999)
Kate Sedley's Standalone Novels series consists of 30 complete historical fiction books published between 1969 and 1999, each standing alone as an independent story. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Kingmaker / Last of the Barons and continuing through works published under both the Sedley and Honeyman pen names. These novels explore various periods and figures from history, offering readers a diverse collection of historical narratives across three decades.
Start with The Kingmaker / Last of the Barons(As: Brenda Honeyman), the first of 30 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Kingmaker / Last of the Barons(As: Brenda Honeyman)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kate Sedley written?
- Kate Sedley has written 54 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1967 to 2013.
- What is the first book in each Kate Sedley series?
- Here are the first books in Kate Sedley's series: In The Shadow Of The Throne: Richmond and Elizabeth; Roger The Chapman: Death and the Chapman.
- What order should I read Kate Sedley's books?
- We recommend reading Kate Sedley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Kate Sedley's series complete?
- Kate Sedley has 3 completed series.