M.J. Lee Reading Order
4 series · 29 books
M.J. Lee is a prolific author of crime thrillers and mysteries, recognized for her gripping narratives and intricate plots. With a total of 29 books spanning four series, including the DI Emma Christie, DI Ridpath, Inspector Danilov, and Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery series, she has captivated readers since 2015. Her work continues to intrigue audiences through 2025 and beyond.
DI Emma Christie Crime Thriller Series
Ongoing3 books (2024–2025)
Start with Death on the Dee and read in order.
DI Ridpath Series
Ongoing11 books (2018–2025)
Start with Where The Truth Lies, the first of 11 books in the DI Ridpath series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Where The Truth Lies 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Where The Dead Fall 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Where the Silence Calls 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | When the Past Kills 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Where the Innocent Die 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | When the Evil Waits 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | When the Guilty Cry 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | When the Night Ends 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | What the Shadows Hide 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | What the Dead Want 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | What the Dark Whispers 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Inspector Danilov Series
Complete4 books (2015–2018)
Start with Death In Shanghai, the first of 4 books in the Inspector Danilov series.
Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery Series
Ongoing11 books (2016–2025)
Start with The Irish Inheritance, the first of 11 books in the Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Irish Inheritance 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The American Candidate 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Somme Legacy 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Silent Christmas 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Vanished Child 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Merchant's Daughter 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Sinclair Betrayal 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Christmas Carol 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Missing Father 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Irish Convict 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Salford Sioux 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has M.J. Lee written?
- M.J. Lee has written 29 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2015 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each M.J. Lee series?
- Here are the first books in M.J. Lee's series: DI Emma Christie Crime Thriller: Death on the Dee; DI Ridpath: Where The Truth Lies; Inspector Danilov: Death In Shanghai; Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery: The Irish Inheritance.
- What order should I read M.J. Lee's books?
- We recommend reading M.J. Lee's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is M.J. Lee still writing new books?
- Yes, M.J. Lee has 3 ongoing series: DI Emma Christie Crime Thriller, DI Ridpath, Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery.