Martina Cole Reading Order
4 series · 29 books
Martina Cole is a British crime novelist whose dark, unflinching stories center on London's criminal underworld and its brutal inhabitants. Best known for her DI Kate Burrows and Maura Ryan detective series, Cole has written over twenty-nine novels that combine gritty procedural crime fiction with psychological depth, earning her a devoted following among thriller readers. Four of her novels, including Dangerous Lady and The Take, have been adapted into successful television dramas, cementing her reputation as one of the UK's most commercially successful crime writers.
DI Kate Burrows Series
Complete4 books (1993–2017)
Start with The Ladykiller, the first of 4 books in the DI Kate Burrows series.
Start this series with The Ladykiller
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Maura Ryan Series
Complete2 books (1992–2002)
Start with Dangerous Lady and read in order.
Start this series with Dangerous Lady
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing22 books (1994–2025)
Start with Goodnight Lady, the first of 22 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Goodnight Lady
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Martina Cole written?
- Martina Cole has written 29 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Martina Cole series?
- Here are the first books in Martina Cole's series: DI Kate Burrows: The Ladykiller; Maura Ryan: Dangerous Lady.
- What order should I read Martina Cole's books?
- We recommend reading Martina Cole's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Martina Cole still writing new books?
- Yes, Martina Cole has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.