Nick Louth Reading Order
6 series Β· 28 books
Nick Louth is a prolific mystery and thriller writer who has published over 25 books since 2007, including the popular DCI Craig Gillard detective series and the Bernard Jones Diaries. His crime fiction features complex investigations and layered storytelling across multiple series, from Detective Jan Talantire to various standalone novels. Drawing on his background as an investment commentator, Louth also writes non-fiction exploring personal finance and wealth management topics.
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Bernard Jones Diaries Series
Complete3 books (2007β2008)
Nick Louth's Bernard Jones Diaries trilogy, published between 2007 and 2008, comprises three standalone mystery and thriller novels that should be read in publication order: Bernard Jones and the Temple of Mammon, Funny Money, and Dunces with Wolves. The complete series follows the exploits of its titular character through three interconnected cases of financial intrigue and crime.
Start with Bernard Jones and the Temple of Mammon and read in order.
Start this series with Bernard Jones and the Temple of Mammon
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Bernard Jones and the Temple of Mammon |
| 2 | Funny Money |
| 3 | Dunces with Wolves |
DCI Craig Gillard Series
Likely Complete12 books (2017β2023)
The DCI Craig Gillard series comprises twelve mystery and thriller novels published between 2017 and 2023, following detective Craig Gillard as he investigates crimes across varied locations. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Body in the Marsh and concluding with The Body in the Shadows. Nick Louth draws on his background in non-fiction to craft this police procedural mystery sequence that spans nearly a decade of releases.
Start with The Body in the Marsh, the first of 12 books in the DCI Craig Gillard series.
Start this series with The Body in the Marsh
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Body in the Marsh |
| 2 | The Body in the Mist |
| 3 | The Body on the Shore |
| 4 | The Body Under the Bridge |
| 5 | The Body in the Snow |
| 6 | The Body on the Island |
| 7 | The Bodies at Westgrave Hall |
| 8 | The Body on the Moor |
| 9 | The Body Beneath the Willows |
| 10 | The Body in the Stairwell |
| 11 | The Body in Nightingale Park |
| 12 | The Body in the Shadows |
Detective Jan Talantire Series
Ongoing6 books (2024β2026)
Nick Louth's Detective Jan Talantire series comprises six mystery and thriller novels published between 2024 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Last Ride and continuing through The Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle, The Dark Edge, The Deep End, The Hanging Place, and The Lying Dead. Each installment builds on the detective's cases and character development across the expanding series.
Start with The Last Ride, the first of 6 books in the Detective Jan Talantire series.
Start this series with The Last Ride
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Last Ride |
| 2 | The Two Deaths of Ruth Lyle |
| 3 | The Dark Edge |
| 4 | The Deep End |
| 5 | The Hanging Place |
| 6 | The Lying Dead |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2012β2015)
Nick Louth's completed two-book non-fiction series explores financial growth strategies, beginning with How to Double Your Wealth Every 10 Years in 2012 and concluding with Multiply Your Money in 2015. These books should be read in publication order to follow the author's progression of ideas. The series blends practical financial guidance with the author's characteristic engaging approach to the mystery and thriller genre's investigative sensibilities applied to personal wealth management.
Start with How to Double Your Wealth Every 10 Years and read in order.
Start this series with How to Double Your Wealth Every 10 Years
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | How to Double Your Wealth Every 10 Years |
| 2 | Multiply Your Money |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2025β2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Vampire Destroyer |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (2007β2019)
Nick Louth's collection of four mystery and thriller novels spans from 2007 to 2019 and should be read in publication order: Bite, Heartbreaker, Mirror Mirror, and Trapped. Though each book stands alone as a complete story, reading them chronologically allows you to follow the author's evolving approach to the thriller genre. The series is now complete, offering a finished collection for readers seeking Louth's full body of work in this period.
Start with Bite, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Bite
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Bite |
| 2 | Heartbreaker |
| 3 | Mirror Mirror |
| 4 | Trapped |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Nick Louth written?
- Nick Louth has written 28 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Nick Louth series?
- Here are the first books in Nick Louth's series: Bernard Jones Diaries: Bernard Jones and the Temple of Mammon; DCI Craig Gillard: The Body in the Marsh; Detective Jan Talantire: The Last Ride; Non-Fiction: How to Double Your Wealth Every 10 Years.
- What order should I read Nick Louth's books?
- We recommend reading Nick Louth's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Nick Louth still writing new books?
- Yes, Nick Louth has 1 ongoing series: Detective Jan Talantire.

