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Ann Granger

Bestselling Author • 6 Series • 46 Books

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46
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books
Start with: Say It with Poison (1991)
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Publication Order of Fran Varady Books
Start with: Asking for Trouble (1997)
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Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books
Start with: A Rare Interest in Corpses / The Companion (2006)

About Ann Granger

Ann Granger is a British author of crime fiction. Born in 1939, she started out writing historical romance novels using the pen name of Ann Hulme. She first used her nom de plume with the publication of A Poor Relation, her 1979 novel. Ann Granger attended the University of London, where she earned her degree in Modern Languages. After she graduated from the University of London, she went to France for a year to teach English. After that, she went on to work at British consulates as well as embassies in different European countries that included Prague, Munich, and Lusaka. She met her husband while posted in Prague as they both were working for the British embassy there. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series, Ann Granger has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Ann Granger

Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books
15 books 1991–2004
1

Say It with Poison

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books with Say It with Poison, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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1991
2

A Season for Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Season for Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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1991
3

Cold in the Earth

Cold in the Earth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1992
4

Murder Among Us

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Among Us as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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1992
5

Where Old Bones Lie

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books with Where Old Bones Lie, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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1993
6

A Fine Place for Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Fine Place for Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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1994
7

Flowers for His Funeral

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books with Flowers for His Funeral, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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1994
8

Candle for a Corpse

A gripping mystery unfolds in Candle for a Corpse as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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1995
9

A Touch of Mortality

A Touch of Mortality is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1996
10

A Word After Dying

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books with A Word After Dying, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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1996
11

Call the Dead Again

A gripping mystery unfolds in Call the Dead Again as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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1998
12

Beneath These Stones

Beneath These Stones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1999
13

Shades of Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Shades of Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2000
14

A Restless Evil

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books with A Restless Evil, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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2002
15

That Way Murder Lies

A gripping mystery unfolds in That Way Murder Lies as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2004
Publication Order of Fran Varady Books
7 books 1997–2007
1

Asking for Trouble

Asking for Trouble is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1997
2

Keeping Bad Company

Keeping Bad Company is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1997
3

Running Scared

Running Scared continues the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
4

Risking It All

Risking It All continues the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
5

Watching Out

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fran Varady Books with Watching Out, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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2002
6

Mixing with Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Mixing with Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2005
7

Rattling the Bones

Rattling the Bones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fran Varady Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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2007
Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books
9 books 2006–2023
1

A Rare Interest in Corpses / The Companion

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Rare Interest in Corpses / The Companion as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2006
2

A Mortal Curiosity

A Mortal Curiosity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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2007
3

A Better Quality of Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Better Quality of Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2010
4

A Particular Eye for Villainy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books with A Particular Eye for Villainy, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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2012
5

The Testimony of the Hanged Man

The Testimony of the Hanged Man continues the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
6

The Dead Woman of Deptford

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead Woman of Deptford as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2016
7

The Murderer's Apprentice

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murderer's Apprentice as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2019
8

The Truth-Seeker's Wife

The Truth-Seeker's Wife continues the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
9

The Old Rogue of Limehouse

The Old Rogue of Limehouse continues the Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books
8 books 2009–2024
1

Mud, Muck and Dead Things

A gripping mystery unfolds in Mud, Muck and Dead Things as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2009
2

Rack, Ruin and Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Rack, Ruin and Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2011
3

Bricks and Mortality

Bricks and Mortality is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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2013
4

Dead in the Water

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead in the Water as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2015
5

Rooted in Evil

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books with Rooted in Evil, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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2017
6

An Unfinished Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in An Unfinished Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2018
7

A Matter of Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Matter of Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2019
8

Death on the Prowl

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death on the Prowl as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Campbell and Carter Mystery Books series showcases Ann Granger's mastery of suspense.

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2024
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
6 books 1979–1989
1

A Poor Relation

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Poor Relation, another outstanding contribution from Ann Granger.

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1979
2

Summer Heiress

Summer Heiress continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
3

The Garden Of Azure Dragon

Epic adventure awaits in The Garden Of Azure Dragon, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Ann Granger has built.

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1986
4

The Unexpected American

The Unexpected American continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
5

A Scandalous Bargain

A Scandalous Bargain continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
6

False Fortune

False Fortune is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Ann Granger have come to expect.

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1989
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2000–2000
1

Malice Domestic 9

Malice Domestic 9 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Ann Granger's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Ann Granger?

Ann Granger is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 46 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books, Publication Order of Fran Varady Books, Publication Order of Lizzie Martin/Inspector Ben Ross Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Ann Granger series to start with?

For readers new to Ann Granger's work, the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 15 books. Begin with Say It with Poison to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Ann Granger written?

Ann Granger has written over 46 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Ann Granger books in order?

Yes, reading Ann Granger's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Ann Granger write in?

Ann Granger writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 46 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Ann Granger's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Ann Granger's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Ann Granger's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Ann Granger's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Mitchell and Markby Books series. The first book, Say It with Poison, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.