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Tana French

Tana French Reading Order

3 series ยท 10 books ยท Born 10 May 1973

Tana French is an acclaimed American-Irish author known for her gripping psychological mysteries. With a prolific career spanning from 2007 to 2026, she has published ten novels across three series: the Dublin Murder Squad, Cal Hooper, and various standalone works. Her debut, In the Woods, earned her multiple prestigious awards and solidified her reputation as the First Lady of Irish Crime.

Cal Hooper Series

Ongoing

3 books (2020โ€“2026)

Start with The Searcher and read in order.

#Title
1
The Searcher
2
3

Dublin Murder Squad Series

Complete

6 books (2007โ€“2016)

Start with In the Woods, the first of 6 books in the Dublin Murder Squad series.

#Title
1
Cover of In the Woods
In the Woods
2
Cover of The Likeness
The Likeness
3
Cover of Faithful Place
Faithful Place
4
Cover of Broken Harbour
Broken Harbour
5
Cover of The Secret Place
The Secret Place
6
Cover of The Trespasser / Intrusion
The Trespasser / Intrusion

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2018โ€“2018)

#Title
1
Cover of The Witch Elm
The Witch Elm

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Tana French written?
Tana French has written 10 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Tana French series?
Here are the first books in Tana French's series: Cal Hooper: The Searcher; Dublin Murder Squad: In the Woods.
What order should I read Tana French's books?
We recommend reading Tana French's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Tana French still writing new books?
Yes, Tana French has 1 ongoing series: Cal Hooper.

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