Michael Wood Reading Order
4 series · 24 books
Michael Wood is a prolific author celebrated for his gripping crime novels and intricate storytelling. With 24 titles spanning four series, including the DCI Matilda Darke and Dr. Olivia Winter series, his notable works continue to captivate readers. Active from 1981 to 2025, his diverse portfolio also includes standalone novels and anthologies, showcasing his versatility in the genre.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing2 books (1981–2025)
Start with Great Railway Journeys of the World and read in order.
DCI Matilda Darke Series
Ongoing16 books (2015–2025)
Start with For Reasons Unknown, the first of 16 books in the DCI Matilda Darke series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  For Reasons Unknown 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Outside Looking In 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Fallen 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  A Room Full of Killers 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Hangman’s Hold 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Victim of Innocence 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Stolen Children 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Murder House 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Survivor’s Guilt 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Time Is Running Out 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Silent Victim 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Lost Children 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Below Ground 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Making of a Murderer 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Last One Left Alive 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Worse Than Murder 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Dr. Olivia Winter Series
Ongoing2 books (2024–2025)
Start with The Mind of a Murderer and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2022–2025)
Start with Vengeance Is Mine, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael Wood written?
- Michael Wood has written 24 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1981 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Michael Wood series?
- Here are the first books in Michael Wood's series: Anthologies: Great Railway Journeys of the World; DCI Matilda Darke: For Reasons Unknown; Dr. Olivia Winter: The Mind of a Murderer.
- What order should I read Michael Wood's books?
- We recommend reading Michael Wood's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Michael Wood still writing new books?
- Yes, Michael Wood has 4 ongoing series: Anthologies, DCI Matilda Darke, Dr. Olivia Winter, Standalone Novels.