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ⓘ About E.C.R. Lorac
E.C.R. Lorac was an English published author known for writing mystery and crime fiction novels. She wrote under a variety of pen names, from Mary le Bourne to Carol Rivett, E.C.R. Lorac, and Carol Carnac. The author was born Edith Caroline Rivett on May 6, 1894. When writing, she also chose to use the pen name Carol Carnac and the pseudonym E.C.R. Lorac for her books, the first three initials standing for her given name. She was born in what was then known as Hendon, Middlesex and what is now referred to as London in 1884. She was born to her father Harry and her mother Beatrice, their youngest daughter. Her parents also had two sisters before her. They would choose to emigrate in 1898 and packed up all their things and moved to Australia. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, E.C.R. Lorac 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 E.C.R. Lorac
Triple Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Triple Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Missing Rope
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books with The Missing Rope, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Murder at Mornington
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder at Mornington as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Case of the First-Class Carriage
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books with The Case of the First-Class Carriage, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
When the Devil Was Sick
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books with When the Devil Was Sick, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Death in the Diving Pool
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in the Diving Pool as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
A Double for Detection
A Double for Detection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
The Striped Suitcase
The Striped Suitcase is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Clue Sinister
Clue Sinister continues the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Over the Garden Wall
Over the Garden Wall continues the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Copy for Crime
The investigation intensifies in Copy for Crime, as this installment of the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of E.C.R. Lorac's creation.
Upstairs, downstairs
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books with Upstairs, downstairs, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
It\'s Her Own Funeral
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books with It\'s Her Own Funeral, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Crossed Skis
Crossed Skis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Murder As a Fine Art
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder As a Fine Art as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
A Policeman At the Door
The investigation intensifies in A Policeman At the Door, as this installment of the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of E.C.R. Lorac's creation.
Impact of Evidence
Impact of Evidence continues the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Murder Among Members
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Among Members as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Rigging the Evidence
Rigging the Evidence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
The Double Turn
The Double Turn continues the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Long Shadows
Long Shadows is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
The Murder on the Burrows
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murder on the Burrows as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Affair on Thor's Head
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with The Affair on Thor's Head, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
The Greenwell Mystery
The Greenwell Mystery continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death On The Oxford Road
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death On The Oxford Road as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Case of Colonel Marchand
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with The Case of Colonel Marchand, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Murder in St. John's Wood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in St. John's Wood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Murder in Chelsea
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Chelsea as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Organ Speaks
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with The Organ Speaks, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Post After Post-Mortem
Post After Post-Mortem is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
A Pall for a Painter
A Pall for a Painter continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Crime Counter Crime
The investigation intensifies in Crime Counter Crime, as this installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of E.C.R. Lorac's creation.
These Names Make Clues
These Names Make Clues continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bats in the Belfry
Bats in the Belfry continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Slippery Staircase
Slippery Staircase continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Black Beadle
Black Beadle is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
John Brown's Body
John Brown's Body continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tryst for a Tragedy
Tryst for a Tragedy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Death at Dyke's Corner
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death at Dyke's Corner as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Case in the Clinic
Case in the Clinic continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rope's End, Rogue's End
Rope's End, Rogue's End is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
The Sixteenth Stair
The Sixteenth Stair is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Checkmate to Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Checkmate to Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Fell Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Fell Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Murder by Matchlight
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder by Matchlight as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Fire in the Thatch
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with Fire in the Thatch, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Relative to Poison
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with Relative to Poison, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Part for a Poisoner
Part for a Poisoner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Death Before Dinner
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Before Dinner as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Policemen in the Precinct
The investigation intensifies in Policemen in the Precinct, as this installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of E.C.R. Lorac's creation.
Still Waters
Still Waters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Accident by Design
Accident by Design continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Murder of a Martinet
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder of a Martinet as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Murder in the Mill-Race
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in the Mill-Race as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Dog It Was That Died
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with The Dog It Was That Died, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Crook O'Lune
Crook O'Lune is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
Let Well Alone
Let Well Alone continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Shroud of Darkness
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books with Shroud of Darkness, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Ask A Policeman
The investigation intensifies in Ask A Policeman, as this installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of E.C.R. Lorac's creation.
Murder in Vienna
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in Vienna as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Picture of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Picture of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Dangerous Domicile
Dangerous Domicile continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Murder On a Monument
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder On a Monument as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
The Last Escape/Dishonour Among Thieves
The Last Escape/Dishonour Among Thieves is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of E.C.R. Lorac have come to expect.
The Theft of the Iron Dogs
The Theft of the Iron Dogs continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Devil and the C.I.D.
The Devil and the C.I.D. continues the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death Came Softly
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Came Softly as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Death in Triplicate
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in Triplicate as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Two-Way Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Two-Way Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Death of an Author
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of an Author as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Bats in the Belfry
Bats in the Belfry continues the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books story arc with E.C.R. Lorac's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Checkmate to Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Checkmate to Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Fell Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Fell Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Murder by Matchlight
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder by Matchlight as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Fire in the Thatch
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books with Fire in the Thatch, another outstanding contribution from E.C.R. Lorac.
Murder in the Mill-Race
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in the Mill-Race as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
Two-Way Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Two-Way Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series showcases E.C.R. Lorac's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is E.C.R. Lorac?
E.C.R. Lorac is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 77 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Inspector Ryvet Books, Publication Order of Julian Rivers Books, Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best E.C.R. Lorac series to start with?
For readers new to E.C.R. Lorac's work, the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 46 books. Begin with The Murder on the Burrows to start from the very beginning.
How many books has E.C.R. Lorac written?
E.C.R. Lorac has written over 77 books across 5 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read E.C.R. Lorac books in order?
Yes, reading E.C.R. Lorac'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 E.C.R. Lorac write in?
E.C.R. Lorac writes primarily in fiction. With 5 series across 77 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are E.C.R. Lorac's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of E.C.R. Lorac'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 E.C.R. Lorac's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, E.C.R. Lorac's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Robert MacDonald Books series. The first book, The Murder on the Burrows, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.