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4 series Β· 14 books

William Martin is an American historical fiction writer from Boston whose work spans fourteen books including the Peter Fallon series, which weaves together past and present through mystery and adventure. His novels blend meticulous historical research with compelling narratives that explore America's cultural heritage, particularly focusing on New England and San Francisco. Martin's writing career, spanning from 1979 to 2022, demonstrates his skill at connecting historical events to contemporary life through both series novels and standalone works.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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Dead in Good Company

Peter Fallon Series

Complete

6 books (1979–2018)

William Martin's Peter Fallon series comprises six historical fiction novels published between 1979 and 2018, following the adventures of the titular character across American history. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Back Bay and concluding with Bound for Gold. Each book in the sequence builds upon previous storylines while exploring different periods and historical mysteries central to American culture and identity.

Start with Back Bay, the first of 6 books in the Peter Fallon series.

San Francisco: The Luxury of Eccentricity Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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1
Life in an Ivory Tower

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

6 books (1987–2022)

William Martin's collection of six standalone historical fiction novels spans from 1987 to 2022, beginning with The Rising of the Moon and concluding with December '41. Though each book stands independently, reading them in publication order allows you to follow the author's evolving approach to historical storytelling across more than three decades. The series appears to be complete, with Martin's later works including Cape Cod, Annapolis, Nerve Endings, Citizen Washington, and December '41.

Start with The Rising of the Moon, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Rising of the Moon

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has William Martin written?
William Martin has written 14 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2022.
What is the first book in each William Martin series?
Here are the first books in William Martin's series: Peter Fallon: Back Bay.
What order should I read William Martin's books?
We recommend reading William Martin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are William Martin's series complete?
William Martin has 3 completed series.

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