Elizabeth George
7
Book Series
43
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books
Best for beginners - Start with "A Great Deliverance" (1988)
Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Edge of Nowhere" (2011)
Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books
Popular choice - Start with "Saratoga Woods" (2024)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
Popular choice - Start with "The Evidence Exposed" (1999)
About the Author
Elizabeth George’s books have not only thrilled readers across the world, they have wowed audiences on television for six seasons. The-Inspector-Lynley-Mysteries is a BBC-television series based on the characters and stories of Detective Inspector Thomas “Tommy” Lynley of Scotland-Yard, played by Nathaniel-Parker. The series also featured Lynley’s partner Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers, played by Sharon-Small. Not only does the crime fighting duo solve murder mysteries, the series delve into the character’s lives and their relationships with each other. The series also dealt with issues regarding gender and class, as Lynley is an earl, and his partner has a working- class background. All of the first two seasons are dedicated to the storylines from the Elizabeth George novels, though he. Elizabeth George is the author of over 43 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Elizabeth George has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books
22 books
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A Great Deliverance Join the adventure in 'A Great Deliverance' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1988) ⭐ Start here
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Payment in Blood In 'Payment in Blood', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books saga.(1989) ⭐ Start here
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Well-Schooled in Murder In 'Well-Schooled in Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1989) ⭐ Start here
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A Suitable Vengeance 'A Suitable Vengeance' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series, set in the world Elizabeth George has created.(1991) ⭐ Start here
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For the Sake of Elena Join the adventure in 'For the Sake of Elena' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Missing Joseph Join the adventure in 'Missing Joseph' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Playing for the Ashes Join the adventure in 'Playing for the Ashes' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1994) ⭐ Start here
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In the Presence of the Enemy In 'In the Presence of the Enemy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books saga.(1996) ⭐ Start here
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Deception on His Mind Join the adventure in 'Deception on His Mind' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(1997) ⭐ Start here
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In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner In 'In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books saga.(1999) ⭐ Start here
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A Traitor to Memory The Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series continues with 'A Traitor to Memory', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth George.(2001) ⭐ Start here
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A Place of Hiding Experience the magic of 'A Place of Hiding' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books universe.(2003) ⭐ Start here
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With No One as Witness The Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series continues with 'With No One as Witness', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth George.(2005) ⭐ Start here
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What Came Before He Shot Her Join the adventure in 'What Came Before He Shot Her' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(2006) ⭐ Start here
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Careless in Red The Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series continues with 'Careless in Red', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth George.(2008) ⭐ Start here
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This Body of Death In 'This Body of Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(2010) ⭐ Start here
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Believing the Lie Join the adventure in 'Believing the Lie' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(2012) ⭐ Start here
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Just One Evil Act Experience the magic of 'Just One Evil Act' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books universe.(2013) ⭐ Start here
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A Banquet of Consequences Experience the magic of 'A Banquet of Consequences' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books universe.(2015) ⭐ Start here
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The Punishment She Deserves Join the adventure in 'The Punishment She Deserves' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series by Elizabeth George.(2018) ⭐ Start here
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Something to Hide The Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series continues with 'Something to Hide', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth George.(2022) ⭐ Start here
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A Slowly Dying Cause Experience the magic of 'A Slowly Dying Cause' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books universe.(2025) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books
4 books
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The Edge of Nowhere Join the adventure in 'The Edge of Nowhere' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books series by Elizabeth George.(2011)
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The Edge of the Water Join the adventure in 'The Edge of the Water' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books series by Elizabeth George.(2014)
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The Edge of the Shadows 'The Edge of the Shadows' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books series, set in the world Elizabeth George has created.(2014)
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The Edge of the Light In 'The Edge of the Light', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books saga.(2016)
Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books
5 books
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Saratoga Woods Join the adventure in 'Saratoga Woods' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books series by Elizabeth George.(2024)
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Possession Point In 'Possession Point', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books saga.(2024)
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Maxwelton Beach 'Maxwelton Beach' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books series, set in the world Elizabeth George has created.(2024)
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Deception Pass The Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books series continues with 'Deception Pass', another thrilling entry from Elizabeth George.(2024)
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Fisherman's Alibi Experience the magic of 'Fisherman's Alibi' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books universe.(2024)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books
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The Evidence Exposed In 'The Evidence Exposed', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1999)
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I, Richard Experience the magic of 'I, Richard' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(2001)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
2 books
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Write Away: One Novelist's Approach to Fiction and the Writing Life In 'Write Away: One Novelist's Approach to Fiction and the Writing Life', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(2004)
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Mastering the Process Experience the magic of 'Mastering the Process' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2020)
Publication Order of Death Sentences: Stories To Die For Books
1 books
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The Mysterious Disappearance of the Reluctant Book Fairy Experience the magic of 'The Mysterious Disappearance of the Reluctant Book Fairy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Death Sentences: Stories To Die For Books universe.(2014)
Publication Order of Anthologies
7 books
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Murder in the Dark In 'Murder in the Dark', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(1983)
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Sisters in Crime 2 'Sisters in Crime 2' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(1990)
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Crime from the Mind of a Woman 'Crime from the Mind of a Woman' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(2001)
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A Moment on the Edge: 100 Years of Crime Stories by Women 'A Moment on the Edge: 100 Years of Crime Stories by Women' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(2001)
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Two of the Deadliest In 'Two of the Deadliest', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(2009)
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Hotel Angeline 'Hotel Angeline' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Elizabeth George has created.(2011)
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Suspense Magazine September 2012 Join the adventure in 'Suspense Magazine September 2012' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Elizabeth George.(2012)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Elizabeth George?
Elizabeth George is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 43 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books, Publication Order of Saratoga Woods Books, Publication Order of The Abandonment of Hannah Armstrong Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Elizabeth George book series to start with?
For readers new to Elizabeth George's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Inspector Lynley Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 22 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Elizabeth George's writing.
Q: How many books has Elizabeth George written?
Elizabeth George has written over 43 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.