Betty Rowlands
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About the Author
Betty Rowlands was a renowned British writer of mystery, crime fiction, thriller, cozy mystery, and romance novels. She waswell known for writing the very successful Melissa Craig book series and the Sukey Reynolds book series, and for creating the chief protagonists Sukey Reynolds and Melissa Craig. Both these characters and their respective series are the highlights of Rowlands’ career. They have helped her become very popular in The United Kingdom and the rest of the world. Author Rowlands was born on October 6, 1923, in Bristol, England. She entered the world of writing crime fiction stories after winning the Veuve Clicquot/Sunday Express crime short story competition. After this, she immediately began the Melissa Craig stories and rose to fame. She continues to write mystery sto. Betty Rowlands is the author of over 26 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Betty Rowlands has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books
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Murder at Hawthorn Cottage / A Little Gentle Sleuthing In 'Murder at Hawthorn Cottage / A Little Gentle Sleuthing', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1990) ⭐ Start here
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Murder in the Morning / Finishing Touch In 'Murder in the Morning / Finishing Touch', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Murder on the Clifftops / Over The Edge In 'Murder on the Clifftops / Over The Edge', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1993) ⭐ Start here
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Murder at the Manor Hotel / Exhaustive Enquiries In 'Murder at the Manor Hotel / Exhaustive Enquiries', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1994) ⭐ Start here
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Murder on a Winter Afternoon / Malice Poetic In 'Murder on a Winter Afternoon / Malice Poetic', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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Murder in the Orchard / Deadly Legacy In 'Murder in the Orchard / Deadly Legacy', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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Murder at Larkfield Barn / Smiling At Death In 'Murder at Larkfield Barn / Smiling At Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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Murder in Langley Woods / The Cherry Pickers In 'Murder in Langley Woods / The Cherry Pickers', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1998) ⭐ Start here
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Murder at Benbury Brook / The Man at the Window In 'Murder at Benbury Brook / The Man at the Window', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2000) ⭐ Start here
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Murder at the Old House / The Fourth Suspect In 'Murder at the Old House / The Fourth Suspect', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2001) ⭐ Start here
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Murder in the Dining Room / No Laughing Matter In 'Murder in the Dining Room / No Laughing Matter', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2003) ⭐ Start here
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Murder in a Country Garden / Sweet Venom In 'Murder in a Country Garden / Sweet Venom', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2004) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books
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An Inconsiderate Death / Death at Hazel House In 'An Inconsiderate Death / Death at Hazel House', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1997)
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Death at Dearley Manor In 'Death at Dearley Manor', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1998)
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Copycat / Death at Beacon Cottage In 'Copycat / Death at Beacon Cottage', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(1999)
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Touch Me Not / Death at Burwell Farm In 'Touch Me Not / Death at Burwell Farm', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2001)
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Dirty Work / Death at Ivy House In 'Dirty Work / Death at Ivy House', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2003)
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Deadly Obsession / Death on a Summer Morning In 'Deadly Obsession / Death on a Summer Morning', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2005)
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Party to Murder / Death under the Apple Tree In 'Party to Murder / Death under the Apple Tree', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2006)
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Alpha, Beta, Gamma... Dead / Death at the Mariners Hotel In 'Alpha, Beta, Gamma... Dead / Death at the Mariners Hotel', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2007)
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Smokescreen / Death at the Library In 'Smokescreen / Death at the Library', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2008)
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A Fool There Was / Death on Clevedon Beach In 'A Fool There Was / Death on Clevedon Beach', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2009)
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Miss Minchin Dies / Death in the Village In 'Miss Minchin Dies / Death in the Village', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2011)
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Unnatural Wastage / Death at Sycamore House In 'Unnatural Wastage / Death at Sycamore House', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2012)
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The Scent of Death / Death at Sandy Bay In 'The Scent of Death / Death at Sandy Bay', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books series by Betty Rowlands.(2014)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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Hive of Bees Experience the magic of 'Hive of Bees' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1996)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Betty Rowlands?
Betty Rowlands is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 26 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books, Publication Order of Sukey Reynolds Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Betty Rowlands book series to start with?
For readers new to Betty Rowlands's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Melissa Craig Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 12 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Betty Rowlands's writing.
Q: How many books has Betty Rowlands written?
Betty Rowlands has written over 26 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.