Rachel Abbott Reading Order
4 series · 18 books
Rachel Abbott is a British writer known for her gripping psychological thrillers. With a prolific output, she has published 18 books across four series, including the popular DCI Tom Douglas series and standalone novels, captivating readers since 2011. Abbott's notable works have achieved bestseller status and garnered immense popularity, establishing her as a leading voice in the genre through 2025.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Killer Women Crime Club Anthology #2 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
DCI Tom Douglas Series
Likely Complete12 books (2011–2023)
Start with Only the Innocent, the first of 12 books in the DCI Tom Douglas series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Only the Innocent 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Back Road 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Sleep Tight 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Nowhere Child 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Stranger Child 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Kill Me Again 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Sixth Window 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Come a Little Closer 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Shape of Lies 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Right Behind You 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Close Your Eyes 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | No More Lies 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Whatever It Takes 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Stephanie King Series
Ongoing4 books (2018–2024)
Start with And So It Begins, the first of 4 books in the Stephanie King series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Rachel Abbott written?
- Rachel Abbott has written 18 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Rachel Abbott series?
- Here are the first books in Rachel Abbott's series: DCI Tom Douglas: Only the Innocent; Stephanie King: And So It Begins.
- What order should I read Rachel Abbott's books?
- We recommend reading Rachel Abbott's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Rachel Abbott still writing new books?
- Yes, Rachel Abbott has 1 ongoing series: Stephanie King.