L.J. Ross Reading Order
5 series · 39 books
L.J. Ross is a British mystery and thriller author who has built a devoted following with her detective-driven narratives set against atmospheric British landscapes. Her breakthrough came with Holy Island in 2015, which rapidly climbed bestseller charts and established her signature blend of procedural intrigue and regional character work. Across four interconnected series comprising over thirty-five novels, Ross has become known for her DCI Ryan investigations, Alexander Gregory mysteries, and seasonal suspense collections that consistently resonate with both crime fiction enthusiasts and wider audiences.
Alexander Gregory Series
Ongoing7 books (2019–2025)
Start with Hysteria, the first of 6 books in the Alexander Gregory series.
Start this series with Hysteria
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete2 books (2016–2021)
Start with Dark Minds and read in order.
Start this series with Dark Minds
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DCI Ryan Series
Ongoing24 books (2015–2026)
Start with Holy Island, the first of 24 books in the DCI Ryan series.
Start this series with Holy Island
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Summer Suspense Mysteries Series
Ongoing5 books (2021–2026)
Start with The Cove, the first of 4 books in the Summer Suspense Mysteries series.
Start this series with The Cove
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Complete1 book (2027–2027)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has L.J. Ross written?
- L.J. Ross has written 39 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2027.
- What is the first book in each L.J. Ross series?
- Here are the first books in L.J. Ross's series: Alexander Gregory: Hysteria; Anthologies: Dark Minds; DCI Ryan: Holy Island; Summer Suspense Mysteries: The Cove.
- What order should I read L.J. Ross's books?
- We recommend reading L.J. Ross's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is L.J. Ross still writing new books?
- Yes, L.J. Ross has 3 ongoing series: Alexander Gregory, DCI Ryan, Summer Suspense Mysteries.