Malcolm Hollingdrake Reading Order
5 series · 21 books
Malcolm Hollingdrake is a British crime writer known for his gritty mystery novels set in Yorkshire, where he spent formative years that continue to shape his storytelling. His prolific output includes the Harrogate Crime Series featuring Detective Cyril Bennett, alongside separate crime investigations set on Merseyside and various standalone thrillers that showcase his knack for intricate plotting and regional authenticity. With nearly twenty books published since 2012, Hollingdrake has established himself as a reliable voice in contemporary British crime fiction.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
DCI Cyril Bennett / Harrogate Crime Series
Ongoing14 books (2016–2024)
The DCI Cyril Bennett series, also known as the Harrogate Crime series, comprises 14 mystery and thriller novels published between 2016 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. Beginning with Flesh Evidence and continuing through Past Promises, these books should be read in publication order to follow the detective's cases and character development. The series follows DCI Cyril Bennett as he investigates complex crimes in and around Harrogate, with each standalone mystery building on the established cast and setting.
Start with Flesh Evidence, the first of 14 books in the DCI Cyril Bennett / Harrogate Crime series.
Start this series with Flesh Evidence
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Merseyside Crime Series
Likely Complete4 books (2021–2025)
The Merseyside Crime series by Malcolm Hollingdrake consists of mystery and thriller novels set in the Liverpool area. With four books published starting in 2021, the series appears to be complete. These standalone crime investigations should be read in publication order: Catch as Catch Can, Syn, Edge of the Land, and The Hidden Eye.
Start with Catch as Catch Can and read in order.
Start this series with Catch as Catch Can
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleShort Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Malcolm Hollingdrake written?
- Malcolm Hollingdrake has written 21 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Malcolm Hollingdrake series?
- Here are the first books in Malcolm Hollingdrake's series: DCI Cyril Bennett / Harrogate Crime: Flesh Evidence; Merseyside Crime: Catch as Catch Can.
- What order should I read Malcolm Hollingdrake's books?
- We recommend reading Malcolm Hollingdrake's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Malcolm Hollingdrake still writing new books?
- Yes, Malcolm Hollingdrake has 1 ongoing series: DCI Cyril Bennett / Harrogate Crime.