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Susan Howatch

Susan Howatch Reading Order

5 series ยท 21 books ยท Born 14 July 1940

Susan Howatch was a British author known for her compelling family sagas and mysteries, with a notable focus on the Church of England's role in the twentieth century. Over her prolific career from 1965 to 2003, she crafted 21 books across five series, including the acclaimed Starbridge and St. Benet's series, as well as standalone works and anthologies. Her storytelling captivated readers worldwide, making her a significant figure in contemporary fiction.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2001โ€“2001)

#Title
1
In Conversation

St. Benet's Series

Complete

3 books (1997โ€“2003)

Start with The Wonder Worker / A Question of Integrity and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Wonder Worker / A Question of Integrity
The Wonder Worker / A Question of Integrity
2
Cover of The High Flyer
The High Flyer
3
Cover of The Heartbreaker
The Heartbreaker

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

9 books (1965โ€“1984)

Start with The Dark Shore, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
Cover of The Dark Shore
The Dark Shore
2
Cover of Waiting Sands
Waiting Sands
3
Cover of Call in the Night
Call in the Night
4
Cover of The Devil on Lammas Night
The Devil on Lammas Night
5
6
Cover of April's Grave
April's Grave
7
8
The Shrouded Walls
9
Cover of The Wheel of Fortune
The Wheel of Fortune

Starbridge Series

Complete

6 books (1987โ€“1995)

Start with Glittering Images, the first of 6 books in the Starbridge series.

#Title
1
Cover of Glittering Images
Glittering Images
2
Cover of Glamorous Powers
Glamorous Powers
3
Cover of Ultimate Prizes
Ultimate Prizes
4
Cover of Scandalous Risks
Scandalous Risks
5
Cover of Mystical Paths
Mystical Paths
6
Cover of Absolute Truths
Absolute Truths

Van Zale Series

Complete

2 books (1977โ€“1980)

Start with The Rich Are Different and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Rich Are Different
The Rich Are Different
2
Cover of Sins of the Fathers
Sins of the Fathers

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Susan Howatch written?
Susan Howatch has written 21 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1965 to 2003.
What is the first book in each Susan Howatch series?
Here are the first books in Susan Howatch's series: St. Benet's: The Wonder Worker / A Question of Integrity; Starbridge: Glittering Images; Van Zale: The Rich Are Different.
What order should I read Susan Howatch's books?
We recommend reading Susan Howatch's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Susan Howatch's series complete?
Susan Howatch has 5 completed series.

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