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Tom Lowe Reading Order

4 series Β· 26 books

Tom Lowe is an American mystery and thriller writer with a background in journalism spanning newspapers, television, and magazines. Drawing on his passion for history and extensive international travels to historical locations, he has crafted over two dozen novels across multiple series featuring protagonists like Elizabeth Monroe, Paul Marcus, and Sean O'Brien, alongside standalone works. His career as both a reporter and novelist, beginning in 2009, reflects a storyteller rooted in factual investigation and real-world detail.

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Elizabeth Monroe Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2017–2021)

Tom Lowe's Elizabeth Monroe series consists of three mystery and thriller novels published between 2017 and 2021. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Wrath, followed by The Confession, and concluding with Altered State. The series appears to be complete, though readers unfamiliar with the author's work may want to begin with the first installment to fully appreciate the character development and narrative arc across all three entries.

Start with Wrath and read in order.

Paul Marcus Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2015–2022)

Tom Lowe's Paul Marcus series comprises three mystery and thriller novels published between 2015 and 2022. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Destiny, followed by The Jefferson Prophecy, and concluding with The Poppy Score. The series appears to be complete, though it remains the author's primary fictional work alongside his non-fiction writing.

Start with Destiny and read in order.

Sean O'Brien Series

Ongoing

18 books (2009–2025)

Tom Lowe's Sean O'Brien series comprises 18 books published between 2009 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. The mysteries and thrillers should be read in publication order, beginning with A False Dawn and continuing through titles including The 24th Letter, The Butterfly Forest, The Black Bullet, and Blood of Cain, among others. Three additional unreleased books are planned to continue the sequence beyond the current 18 installments.

Start with A False Dawn, the first of 18 books in the Sean O'Brien series.

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2020–2020)

Tom Lowe's completed two-book mystery and thriller series consists of Midnight's Whisperer and The Painter, both published in 2020. Though labeled as standalone novels, these titles should be read in publication order beginning with Midnight's Whisperer. This short series combines elements of mystery and thriller fiction informed by the author's non-fiction background.

Start with Midnight's Whisperer and read in order.

Start this series with Midnight's Whisperer

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Tom Lowe written?
Tom Lowe has written 26 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Tom Lowe series?
Here are the first books in Tom Lowe's series: Elizabeth Monroe: Wrath; Paul Marcus: Destiny; Sean O'Brien: A False Dawn.
What order should I read Tom Lowe's books?
We recommend reading Tom Lowe's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Tom Lowe still writing new books?
Yes, Tom Lowe has 1 ongoing series: Sean O'Brien.

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