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Rachel Amphlett Reading Order

10 series ยท 63 books

Rachel Amphlett is a British crime writer specializing in contemporary detective and spy thrillers with multiple interconnected series. Her prolific output includes the Detective Kay Hunter series alongside several other recurring investigative characters like Dan Taylor and Detective Mark Turpin, spanning over sixty books since 2011. Drawing from her varied background in entertainment and media production, Amphlett crafts intricate mysteries that blend procedural detail with compelling character arcs.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2023โ€“2023)

Case FIles Pocket Sized Mysteries Series

Ongoing

20 books (2020โ€“2025)

The Case Files Pocket Sized Mysteries series by Rachel Amphlett consists of 20 mystery and thriller novels published between 2020 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. These compact mysteries should be read in publication order, beginning with Blood on Snow and continuing through titles like Nowhere to Run, The Beachcomber, and The Reckoning. The series includes recent releases such as A Burning Question and several additional entries that expand the collection further.

Start with Blood on Snow, the first of 20 books in the Case FIles Pocket Sized Mysteries series.

Dan Taylor Series

Complete

5 books (2011โ€“2016)

Rachel Amphlett's Dan Taylor series comprises five mystery and thriller novels published between 2011 and 2016. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with White Gold and concluding with The Legacy Device. This finished series follows the Dan Taylor character through interconnected cases across its five installments.

Start with White Gold, the first of 5 books in the Dan Taylor series.

Detective Gavin Piper Series

Complete

1 book (2026โ€“2026)

Detective Kay Hunter Series

Ongoing

18 books (2016โ€“2026)

The Detective Kay Hunter series comprises 18 mystery and thriller novels published between 2016 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Begin with Scared to Death and proceed in publication order through the complete sequence. Rachel Amphlett's series follows detective Kay Hunter through cases spanning crime and suspense, with new installments continuing to release through 2026.

Start with Scared to Death, the first of 18 books in the Detective Kay Hunter series.

Detective Mark Turpin Series

Ongoing

7 books (2020โ€“2025)

The Detective Mark Turpin series comprises seven mysteries and thrillers by Rachel Amphlett, with the first installment published in 2020 and the most recent in 2025. The series remains ongoing with additional books planned. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Her Final Hour and continuing through The Hollow Man, the latest entry.

Start with Her Final Hour, the first of 7 books in the Detective Mark Turpin series.

English Spy Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2018โ€“2021)

Rachel Amphlett's English Spy Mysteries is a four-book espionage thriller series published between 2018 and 2021. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Assassins Hunted and continuing through Assassins Retribution, Assassins Vengeance, and Assassins Rogue. These mystery and thriller novels follow a spy-focused narrative arc that unfolds across the full sequence.

Start with Assassins Hunted, the first of 4 books in the English Spy Mysteries series.

Melody Harper Series

Complete

1 book (2025โ€“2025)

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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2024โ€“2024)

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Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2014โ€“2024)

Rachel Amphlett's five mystery and thriller novels can be read independently but are best enjoyed in publication order beginning with Before Nightfall. Released between 2014 and 2024, the series comprises Before Nightfall, Look Closer, Mistake Creek, The Friend Who Lied, and Hangman's Gap. The series remains ongoing with potential for additional entries.

Start with Before Nightfall, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Rachel Amphlett written?
Rachel Amphlett has written 63 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Rachel Amphlett series?
Here are the first books in Rachel Amphlett's series: Case FIles Pocket Sized Mysteries: Blood on Snow; Dan Taylor: White Gold; Detective Kay Hunter: Scared to Death; Detective Mark Turpin: Her Final Hour; English Spy Mysteries: Assassins Hunted.
What order should I read Rachel Amphlett's books?
We recommend reading Rachel Amphlett's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Rachel Amphlett still writing new books?
Yes, Rachel Amphlett has 4 ongoing series: Case FIles Pocket Sized Mysteries, Detective Kay Hunter, Detective Mark Turpin, Standalone Novels.

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