Priscilla Masters Reading Order
6 series · 39 books
Priscilla Masters is a British writer celebrated for her compelling crime fiction and mysteries. With a prolific career spanning from 1988 to 2025, she has published 39 novels across six series, including the well-known DI Joanna Piercy and Martha Gunn series. Drawing on her background as a respiratory nurse, Masters expertly weaves intricate plots that captivate readers.
Claire Roget Series
Likely Complete4 books (2016–2023)
Start with Dangerous Minds, the first of 4 books in the Claire Roget series.
DI Joanna Piercy Series
Ongoing16 books (1995–2025)
Start with Winding Up the Serpent / Killer on the Moors, the first of 16 books in the DI Joanna Piercy series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Winding Up the Serpent / Killer on the Moors 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Catch the Fallen Sparrow / Burnt on the Moors 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | A Wreath For My Sister / Frozen on the Moors 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | And None Shall Sleep / Kidnap on the Moors 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Scaring Crows / Missing on the Moors 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Embroidering Shrouds / Murder on the Moors 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Endangering Innocents / Hidden on the Moors 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Wings Over the Watcher / Stalker on the Moors 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Grave Stones / Revenge on the Moors 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | A Velvet Scream / Alone on the Moors 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Final Curtain / Fear on the Moors 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Guilty Waters / Guilt on the Moors 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Crooked Street / Crooked Lane / Trapped on the Moors 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Taken on the Moors / Blood on the Rocks 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Almost a Whisper / Blood on the Moors 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Bloodline 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Florence Shaw Series
Complete1 book (2023–2023)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Undue Influence 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
Martha Gunn Series
Complete7 books (2004–2019)
Start with River Deep / The River Severn Murders, the first of 7 books in the Martha Gunn series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2015–2016)
Start with Coming Home and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete9 books (1988–2021)
Start with Mr. Bateman's Garden, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Priscilla Masters written?
- Priscilla Masters has written 39 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Priscilla Masters series?
- Here are the first books in Priscilla Masters's series: Claire Roget: Dangerous Minds; DI Joanna Piercy: Winding Up the Serpent / Killer on the Moors; Martha Gunn: River Deep / The River Severn Murders; Short Stories/Novellas: Coming Home.
- What order should I read Priscilla Masters's books?
- We recommend reading Priscilla Masters's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Priscilla Masters still writing new books?
- Yes, Priscilla Masters has 1 ongoing series: DI Joanna Piercy.