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Minette Walters Reading Order

4 series · 23 books · Born 1949

Mystery & Thriller

Minette Walters is an English crime novelist known for intricate psychological mysteries that explore complex character motivations and moral ambiguity. Her work spans standalone novels and connected stories, often incorporating historical elements and examining how past events shape present circumstances. Over three decades of writing, Walters has established herself as a master of suspenseful narratives that challenge readers' assumptions and reward careful attention to detail.

Anthologies Series

Complete

3 books (2002–2010)

Start with The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction and read in order.

Start this series with The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction

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The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Imagined Lives
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Writing on the Edge
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Black Death Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Start with The Last Hours and read in order.

Start this series with The Last Hours

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The Last Hours
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Turn of Midnight
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

3 books (1999–2013)

Start with The Tinder Box and read in order.

Start this series with The Tinder Box

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The Tinder Box
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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3
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A Dreadful Murder
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

15 books (1992–2024)

Start with The Ice House, the first of 15 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Ice House

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The Ice House
1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Sculptress
1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Scold's Bridle
1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Dark Room
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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6
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7
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The Shape of Snakes
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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9
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10
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Disordered Minds
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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The Devil's Feather
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
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The Chameleon's Shadow
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
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14
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The Swift and the Harrier
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Minette Walters written?
Minette Walters has written 23 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Minette Walters series?
Here are the first books in Minette Walters's series: Anthologies: The Mammoth Encyclopedia of Modern Crime Fiction; Black Death: The Last Hours; Short Stories/Novellas: The Tinder Box.
What order should I read Minette Walters's books?
We recommend reading Minette Walters's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Minette Walters still writing new books?
Yes, Minette Walters has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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