M.M. Kaye Reading Order
3 series ยท 14 books
M.M. Kaye was a prolific British author known for her captivating historical fiction and sweeping narratives. With a remarkable portfolio of 14 books spanning three series, including Death In..., Share of Summer, and numerous standalone novels, her storytelling captivated readers for over seven decades, from 1953 to 2025. Her most renowned work, The Far Pavilions, remains a beloved classic in the genre.
Death In... Series
Ongoing7 books (1953โ2025)
Start with Death in Kashmir / Death Walked in Kashmir, the first of 7 books in the Death In... series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Death in Kashmir / Death Walked in Kashmir 1953Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Death in Berlin / Death Walked in Berlin 1955Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Death in Cyprus / Death Walked in Cyprus 1956Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Death in Kenya / Later Than You Think 1958Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Death in Zanzibar / The House of Shade 1959Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Death in the Andamans / Night on the Island 1960Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Death in the Andamans 2025Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (1956โ1980)
Start with Shadow of the Moon, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Shadow of the Moon 1956Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Trade Wind 1963Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | The Far Pavilions 1978Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Ordinary Princess 1980Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has M.M. Kaye written?
- M.M. Kaye has written 14 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1953 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each M.M. Kaye series?
- Here are the first books in M.M. Kaye's series: Death In...: Death in Kashmir / Death Walked in Kashmir; Share of Summer: The Sun in the Morning.
- What order should I read M.M. Kaye's books?
- We recommend reading M.M. Kaye's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is M.M. Kaye still writing new books?
- Yes, M.M. Kaye has 1 ongoing series: Death In....

