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Oliver Potzsch Reading Order

6 series · 19 books · Born 1970

Historical FictionMystery & Thriller

Oliver Pötzsch is a German historical mystery writer known for blending atmospheric settings with intricate plots across multiple interconnected series. His breakthrough came with The Hangman's Daughter, a darkly compelling tale set in medieval Bavaria that launched one of his most acclaimed series, and he has since established himself as a prolific author with nearly two dozen books spanning from contemporary thrillers to richly detailed historical narratives. Pötzsch's work is characterized by meticulous period research, morally complex characters, and the kind of page-turning suspense that has earned him a devoted international readership.

A Leopold von Herzfeldt Case Series

Ongoing

2 books (2025–2026)

Start with The Gravedigger’s Almanac and read in order.

Start this series with The Gravedigger’s Almanac

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The Gravedigger’s Almanac
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Girl and the Gravedigger
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Black Musketeers Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2018)

Start with Book of the Night and read in order.

Start this series with Book of the Night

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Book of the Night
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Sword of Power
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Faustus Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2019)

Start with The Master's Apprentice and read in order.

Start this series with The Master's Apprentice

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The Master's Apprentice
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Devil's Pawn
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Hangman's Daughter Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2008–2022)

Start with The Hangman's Daughter, the first of 9 books in the Hangman's Daughter series.

Start this series with The Hangman's Daughter

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The Hangman's Daughter
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Dark Monk
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Beggar King
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Poisoned Pilgrim
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Werewolf of Bamberg
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
The Play of Death
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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The Council of Twelve
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Die Henkerstochter und der Fluch der Pest
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Die Henkerstochter und die schwarze Madonna
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2014–2014)

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1
Holy Rage(With: Lee Chadeayne)
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2016)

Start with The Ludwig Conspiracy and read in order.

Start this series with The Ludwig Conspiracy

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The Ludwig Conspiracy
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Castle of Kings
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Knight Kyle and the Magic Silver Lance
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Oliver Potzsch written?
Oliver Potzsch has written 19 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Oliver Potzsch series?
Here are the first books in Oliver Potzsch's series: A Leopold von Herzfeldt Case: The Gravedigger’s Almanac; Black Musketeers: Book of the Night; Faustus: The Master's Apprentice; Hangman's Daughter: The Hangman's Daughter.
What order should I read Oliver Potzsch's books?
We recommend reading Oliver Potzsch's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Oliver Potzsch still writing new books?
Yes, Oliver Potzsch has 1 ongoing series: A Leopold von Herzfeldt Case.

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