Peter May Reading Order
5 series · 31 books · Born 1951 Feb. 7
Peter May is a Scottish author recognized for his engaging crime novels and screenwriting. With a prolific output that includes 31 titles spread across five series, such as The China Thrillers and The Enzo Files, he has captivated readers since 1978. His notable work, The Blackhouse, garnered acclaim in the U.S. and solidified his reputation in the genre.
Lewis Tetralogy Series
Ongoing4 books (2009–2024)
Start with The Blackhouse, the first of 4 books in the Lewis Tetralogy series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Hebrides 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete12 books (1978–2023)
Start with The Reporter, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Reporter 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Fallen Hero 1979Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Man with No Face / Hidden Faces 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Noble Path 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Virtually Dead 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Entry Island 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Runaway 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Coffin Road 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  I'll Keep You Safe 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  A Silent Death 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Lockdown 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | A Winter Grave 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
The China Thrillers Series
Complete7 books (1999–2010)
Start with The Firemaker, the first of 7 books in the The China Thrillers series.
The Enzo Files Series
Likely Complete7 books (2006–2021)
Start with Extraordinary People / Dry Bones, the first of 7 books in the The Enzo Files series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Peter May written?
- Peter May has written 31 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1978 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Peter May series?
- Here are the first books in Peter May's series: Lewis Tetralogy: The Blackhouse; The China Thrillers: The Firemaker; The Enzo Files: Extraordinary People / Dry Bones.
- What order should I read Peter May's books?
- We recommend reading Peter May's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Peter May still writing new books?
- Yes, Peter May has 1 ongoing series: Lewis Tetralogy.