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Rory Clements Reading Order

4 series ยท 19 books

Rory Clements is a British historical mystery writer whose crime novels span from Tudor England to World War II. His John Shakespeare series immerses readers in the Elizabethan spy world, while his Tom Wilde sequence delivers intense WWII espionage thrillers with contemporary urgency. An award-winning author with two Crime Writers' Association Historical Daggers to his name, Clements crafts meticulously researched narratives that blend historical authenticity with gripping detective work across multiple time periods.

John Shakespeare Series

Complete

8 books (2009โ€“2015)

Start with Martyr, the first of 8 books in the John Shakespeare series.

Sebastian Wolff Series

Complete

1 book (2026โ€“2026)

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Invitation from a Dictator

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

2 books (2024โ€“2025)

Start with Munich Wolf and read in order.

Tom Wilde Series

Ongoing

8 books (2017โ€“2025)

Start with Corpus, the first of 8 books in the Tom Wilde series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Rory Clements written?
Rory Clements has written 19 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Rory Clements series?
Here are the first books in Rory Clements's series: John Shakespeare: Martyr; Tom Wilde: Corpus.
What order should I read Rory Clements's books?
We recommend reading Rory Clements's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Rory Clements still writing new books?
Yes, Rory Clements has 2 ongoing series: Standalone Novels, Tom Wilde.

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