📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Chalk Circle Man" (1991)
Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books Popular choice - Start with "The Three Evangelists" (1995)

About the Author

Fred Vargas is an alternative name given to Frédérique Audoin-Rouzeau, who is a writer, archaeologist and the French historian. Her father was a surrealist writer and had the name Philippe Audoin. According to Vargas, her father was a brilliant man and apart from science, he used to know about everything. As a child she was not allowed to watch television, but had many books to read. The Crime Writers Association has given her three International Dagger Awards for the crime fiction policies written by her. It was given to her in the year 2006, 2008 and 2009 for her three successive novels. The awards are a big honor and she became the first author to achieve it. Siân Reynolds, who is also an international award winner translated all the three novels into English. Audoin-Rouzeau was born in. Fred Vargas is the author of over 12 books across 2 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Fred Vargas has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books

9 books
  • The Chalk Circle Man In 'The Chalk Circle Man', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books saga.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • Seeking Whom He May Devour Experience the magic of 'Seeking Whom He May Devour' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books universe.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Have Mercy on Us All Experience the magic of 'Have Mercy on Us All' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books universe.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • This Night's Foul Work 'This Night's Foul Work' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series, set in the world Fred Vargas has created.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • Wash This Blood Clean from My Hand In 'Wash This Blood Clean from My Hand', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books saga.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • An Uncertain Place In 'An Uncertain Place', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books saga.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • The Ghost Riders of Ordebec 'The Ghost Riders of Ordebec' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series, set in the world Fred Vargas has created.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • A Climate of Fear The Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series continues with 'A Climate of Fear', another thrilling entry from Fred Vargas.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • This Poison Will Remain The Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series continues with 'This Poison Will Remain', another thrilling entry from Fred Vargas.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books

3 books
  • The Three Evangelists In 'The Three Evangelists', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books saga.
    (1995)
  • Dog Will Have His Day Experience the magic of 'Dog Will Have His Day' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books universe.
    (1996)
  • The Accordionist The Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books series continues with 'The Accordionist', another thrilling entry from Fred Vargas.
    (1997)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Fred Vargas?

Fred Vargas is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 12 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books, Publication Order of Three Evangelists Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Fred Vargas book series to start with?

For readers new to Fred Vargas's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Commissaire Adamsberg Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 9 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Fred Vargas's writing.

Q: How many books has Fred Vargas written?

Fred Vargas has written over 12 books across 2 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.