Barbara Nadel
4
Book Series
42
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books
Best for beginners - Start with "Belshazzar's Daughter" (1999)
Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books
Popular choice - Start with "A Private Business" (2012)
Publication Order of Anthologies
Popular choice - Start with "The Mammoth Book of Jack the Ripper Stories" (2015)
About the Author
Born and brought up in the East End of London, Barbara Nadel is a loving wife, mother, cat lover and a very charitable person who also happens to be a terrific crime fiction writer. She was trained to become an actress in her youth but fate had different plans. She is married and has a son who is a published academic. She lives in a small village in Essex near London with her family and her six cats. She loves travelling to Turkey and has been there 25 times. Many of her books are set in this striking land in Asia. She is a very giving person and has a degree in psychology. She is very passionate about causes related to mental illnesses. She has worked with sexually abused teenagers and persons suffering from mental illnesses. She was a patron of The Acorn Group of Shrewsbery which provide. Barbara Nadel is the author of over 42 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Barbara Nadel has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books
4 books
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Last Rights The Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books series continues with 'Last Rights', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2005) ⭐ Start here
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After the Mourning Experience the magic of 'After the Mourning' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books universe.(2006) ⭐ Start here
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Ashes to Ashes The Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books series continues with 'Ashes to Ashes', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2008) ⭐ Start here
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Sure and Certain Death In 'Sure and Certain Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2009) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books
9 books
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A Private Business Experience the magic of 'A Private Business' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books universe.(2012)
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An Act of Kindness The Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books series continues with 'An Act of Kindness', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2013)
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Poisoned Ground In 'Poisoned Ground', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books saga.(2014)
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Enough Rope Experience the magic of 'Enough Rope' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books universe.(2015)
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Bright Shiny Things Experience the magic of 'Bright Shiny Things' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books universe.(2017)
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Displaced The Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books series continues with 'Displaced', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2018)
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A Time to Die Experience the magic of 'A Time to Die' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books universe.(2020)
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Web of Lies The Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books series continues with 'Web of Lies', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2022)
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The East Ham Golem Join the adventure in 'The East Ham Golem' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2025)
Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books
27 books
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Belshazzar's Daughter 'Belshazzar's Daughter' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series, set in the world Barbara Nadel has created.(1999)
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A Chemical Prison/The Ottoman Cage Join the adventure in 'A Chemical Prison/The Ottoman Cage' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2000)
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Arabesk The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'Arabesk', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2001)
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Deep Waters In 'Deep Waters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books saga.(2002)
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Harem In 'Harem', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books saga.(2003)
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Petrified Join the adventure in 'Petrified' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2004)
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Deadly Web In 'Deadly Web', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2005)
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Dance with Death In 'Dance with Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2006)
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A Passion for Killing In 'A Passion for Killing', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2007)
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Pretty Dead Things In 'Pretty Dead Things', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2007)
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River of the Dead In 'River of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2008)
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Death by Design In 'Death by Design', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2010)
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A Noble Killing In 'A Noble Killing', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2011)
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Dead of Night In 'Dead of Night', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2012)
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Deadline In 'Deadline', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2013)
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Body Count Join the adventure in 'Body Count' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2014)
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Land of the Blind The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'Land of the Blind', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2015)
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On the Bone Join the adventure in 'On the Bone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2016)
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The House of Four The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'The House of Four', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2017)
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Incorruptible Join the adventure in 'Incorruptible' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2018)
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A Knife to the Heart 'A Knife to the Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2020)
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Blood Business 'Blood Business' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series, set in the world Barbara Nadel has created.(2020)
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Forfeit Join the adventure in 'Forfeit' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series by Barbara Nadel.(2021)
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Bride Price The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'Bride Price', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2022)
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Double Illusion Experience the magic of 'Double Illusion' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books universe.(2023)
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The Darkest Night The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'The Darkest Night', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2024)
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The Wooden Library The Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series continues with 'The Wooden Library', another thrilling entry from Barbara Nadel.(2025)
Publication Order of Anthologies
2 books
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The Mammoth Book of Jack the Ripper Stories 'The Mammoth Book of Jack the Ripper Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Barbara Nadel has created.(2015)
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Sunshine Noir Join the adventure in 'Sunshine Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Nadel.(2016)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Barbara Nadel?
Barbara Nadel is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 42 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Francis Hancock Books, Publication Order of Hakim and Arnold Books, Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Barbara Nadel book series to start with?
For readers new to Barbara Nadel's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Inspector Ikmen Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 27 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Barbara Nadel's writing.
Q: How many books has Barbara Nadel written?
Barbara Nadel has written over 42 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.