Stella Rimington Reading Order
3 series ยท 13 books ยท Born 1935
Stella Rimington is a renowned author and former head of MI5, whose thrilling narratives often draw on her unique experiences in espionage. She is best known for her Liz Carlyle series, which captivates readers with its intricate plots and intriguing characters. Over her prolific career from 2001 to 2025, she penned 13 books across three series, including works featuring Manon Tyler and insightful non-fiction.
Liz Carlyle Series
Complete10 books (2004โ2018)
Start with At Risk, the first of 10 books in the Liz Carlyle series.
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| 1 | At Risk 2004Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Secret Asset 2006Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Illegal Action 2007Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Dead Line 2008Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Present Danger 2009Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Rip Tide 2011Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | The Geneva Trap 2012Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Close Call 2014Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | Breaking Cover 2016Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 10 | The Moscow Sleepers 2018Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Manon Tyler Series
Ongoing2 books (2022โ2025)
Start with The Devil's Bargain and read in order.
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| 1 | The Devil's Bargain 2022Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | The Hidden Hand 2025Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2001โ2001)
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| 1 | Open Secret 2001Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Stella Rimington written?
- Stella Rimington has written 13 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Stella Rimington series?
- Here are the first books in Stella Rimington's series: Liz Carlyle: At Risk; Manon Tyler: The Devil's Bargain.
- What order should I read Stella Rimington's books?
- We recommend reading Stella Rimington's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Stella Rimington still writing new books?
- Yes, Stella Rimington has 1 ongoing series: Manon Tyler.

