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Brian Freemantle

Bestselling Author • 6 Series • 48 Books

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Series
48
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books
Start with: Charlie Muffin / Charlie M (1977)
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Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books
Start with: The Button Man / In the Name of a Killer (1992)
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Publication Order of Sebastian Holmes Books
Start with: The Holmes Inheritance (2004)

About Brian Freemantle

Brian Freemantle is one of the most experienced authors alive. His authorship career has seen him work in 30 countries around the world. From the United States of America to every single country in the European Union and the Middle East, he has accumulated more experience than many other authors of his age. He has been a part of the iconic newspaper Daily Mail as a Foreign Editor and he known not only for his authorship but also for being the only person to have organized a British Rescue mission during the Saigon days. He started his career as a journalist and had a flair for writing from a young age. He has written 85 books throughout his career after leaving journalism and becoming a full time writer. He is well known for his two trilogies Red Star Rising and Red Star Falling. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series, Brian Freemantle 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 Brian Freemantle

Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books
16 books 1977–2013
1

Charlie Muffin / Charlie M

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Charlie Muffin / Charlie M, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1977
2

Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie / Here Comes Charlie M

Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie / Here Comes Charlie M is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1978
3

The Inscrutable Charlie Muffin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with The Inscrutable Charlie Muffin, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1979
4

Charlie Muffin's Uncle Sam / Charlie Muffin U.S.A.

Charlie Muffin's Uncle Sam / Charlie Muffin U.S.A. is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1980
5

Madrigal For Charlie Muffin

Madrigal For Charlie Muffin continues the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
6

Charlie Muffin and Russian Rose / The Blind Run

Charlie Muffin and Russian Rose / The Blind Run continues the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
7

Charlie Muffin San / See Charlie Run

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Charlie Muffin San / See Charlie Run, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1987
8

The Run Around

The Run Around continues the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
9

Comrade Charlie

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Comrade Charlie, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1989
10

Charlie's Apprentice

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Charlie's Apprentice, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1993
11

Charlie's Chance / Bomb Grade

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Charlie's Chance / Bomb Grade, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1996
12

Dead Men Living

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Men Living as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series showcases Brian Freemantle's mastery of suspense.

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2000
13

Kings of Many Castles

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Kings of Many Castles, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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2002
14

Red Star Rising

Red Star Rising continues the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
15

Red Star Burning

Red Star Burning is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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2012
16

Red Star Falling

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books with Red Star Falling, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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2013
Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books
4 books 1992–2004
1

The Button Man / In the Name of a Killer

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Button Man / In the Name of a Killer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books series showcases Brian Freemantle's mastery of suspense.

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1992
2

No Time for Heroes

No Time for Heroes continues the Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
3

The Watchmen

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books with The Watchmen, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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2002
4

Triple Cross

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books with Triple Cross, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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2004
Publication Order of Sebastian Holmes Books
2 books 2004–2005
1

The Holmes Inheritance

The Holmes Inheritance is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sebastian Holmes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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2004
2

The Holmes Factor

The Holmes Factor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sebastian Holmes Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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2005
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
20 books 1969–2015
1

The Touchables

The Touchables is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1969
2

Goodbye To An Old Friend

Goodbye To An Old Friend continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
3

Face Me When You Walk Away

Face Me When You Walk Away is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1976
4

The Man Who Wanted Tomorrow

The Man Who Wanted Tomorrow continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
5

The November Man

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The November Man, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1976
6

H.M.S. Bounty / Hell's Paradise / Hell's Fire

H.M.S. Bounty / Hell's Paradise / Hell's Fire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1977
7

The Mary Celeste

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Mary Celeste, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1979
8

Rules Of Engagement

Rules Of Engagement is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1984
9

The Kremlin Kiss / The Lost American

The Kremlin Kiss / The Lost American explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Brian Freemantle.

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1984
10

The Bearpit

The Bearpit continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
11

Betrayals

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Betrayals, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1989
12

O'Farrell's Law

O'Farrell's Law continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
13

Little Grey Mice

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Little Grey Mice, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1991
14

Washington White

Washington White is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1999
15

Ice Age

Ice Age continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
16

Two Women

Two Women continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
17

Dead End

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead End as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Brian Freemantle's mastery of suspense.

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2004
18

Time to Kill

A gripping mystery unfolds in Time to Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Brian Freemantle's mastery of suspense.

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2006
19

The Namedropper

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Namedropper, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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2007
20

The Cloud Collector

The Cloud Collector is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books 1990–1990
1

The Factory

The Factory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Brian Freemantle have come to expect.

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1990
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
5 books 1982–1996
1

KGB

KGB continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1982
2

CIA

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with CIA, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1985
3

The Fix

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Fix, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1987
4

The Steal

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Steal, another outstanding contribution from Brian Freemantle.

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1987
5

Octopus

Octopus continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Brian Freemantle's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Brian Freemantle?

Brian Freemantle is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 48 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books, Publication Order of Cowley and Danilov Books, Publication Order of Sebastian Holmes Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Brian Freemantle series to start with?

For readers new to Brian Freemantle's work, the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 16 books. Begin with Charlie Muffin / Charlie M to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Brian Freemantle written?

Brian Freemantle has written over 48 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Brian Freemantle books in order?

Yes, reading Brian Freemantle'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 Brian Freemantle write in?

Brian Freemantle writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 48 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Brian Freemantle's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Brian Freemantle'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 Brian Freemantle's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Brian Freemantle's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Charlie Muffin Books series. The first book, Charlie Muffin / Charlie M, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.