📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books Best for beginners - Start with "Ovid" (1995)
Publication Order of Angus Books Popular choice - Start with "Hexagon" (2011)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "I, Virgil" (1995)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Whisky Classified" (2018)

About the Author

David Wishart is a Scottish historical crime writer. But before we discuss about his life and work we first need to understand what does it mean to be a historical crime writer? Well, this happens to be a subgenre of historical fiction or mystery. Novels belong this genre is set in a historical period while the lead character solve the crime mystery. This happens to be a relatively difficult genre, to write on as it involves a great degree of research and care as to not distort historical facts. But this catch or challenge actually didn’t stop David Wishart from writing historical thrillers. Wishart was born in Scotland’s Arbroath. He graduated from Edinburgh University and has a degree in Classics. After graduating, he took up a teacher’s job and taught in a secondary school for almost fo. David Wishart is the author of over 28 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, David Wishart has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books

21 books
  • Ovid The Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series continues with 'Ovid', another thrilling entry from David Wishart.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • Germanicus Experience the magic of 'Germanicus' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books universe.
    (1997) ⭐ Start here
  • Sejanus In 'Sejanus', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books saga.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • The Lydian Baker 'The Lydian Baker' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series, set in the world David Wishart has created.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Old Bones Join the adventure in 'Old Bones' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Last Rites Join the adventure in 'Last Rites' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • White Murder In 'White Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • A Vote for Murder In 'A Vote for Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • Parthian Shot 'Parthian Shot' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series, set in the world David Wishart has created.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Food for the Fishes The Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series continues with 'Food for the Fishes', another thrilling entry from David Wishart.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • In at the Death In 'In at the Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Illegally Dead In 'Illegally Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Bodies Politic In 'Bodies Politic', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books saga.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • No Cause for Concern Join the adventure in 'No Cause for Concern' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Solid Citizens In 'Solid Citizens', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books saga.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Finished Business In 'Finished Business', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books saga.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Trade Secrets 'Trade Secrets' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series, set in the world David Wishart has created.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Foreign Bodies Join the adventure in 'Foreign Bodies' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Family Commitments Experience the magic of 'Family Commitments' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books universe.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Going Back Experience the magic of 'Going Back' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books universe.
    (2018) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead Mens Sandals In 'Dead Mens Sandals', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Angus Books

2 books
  • Hexagon Join the adventure in 'Hexagon' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Angus Books series by David Wishart.
    (2011)
  • Jaeger's Howe In 'Jaeger's Howe', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Angus Books saga.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

3 books
  • I, Virgil In 'I, Virgil', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1995)
  • Nero In 'Nero', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1996)
  • The Horse Coin In 'The Horse Coin', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1999)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

2 books
  • Whisky Classified 'Whisky Classified' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world David Wishart has created.
    (2018)
  • World of Whisky In 'World of Whisky', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2019)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is David Wishart?

David Wishart is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 28 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books, Publication Order of Angus Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best David Wishart book series to start with?

For readers new to David Wishart's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Marcus Corvinus Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 21 books, it offers a perfect entry point to David Wishart's writing.

Q: How many books has David Wishart written?

David Wishart has written over 28 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.