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ⓘ About Gerald Hammond
Gerald Hammond is a Scottish author of fiction. The majority of his novels have been circulated under this name. He also has written books using the pen names of Dalby Holden and Arthur Douglas. He passed away in 2015. Gerald Hammond was born on August 19, 1926. He worked for three decades as an architect before deciding he would like to retire. He lived in Scotland for a period of time with his family. In 1982 he left the profession to have the spare time to do what he loved, shooting, writing, fishing, and more. Once he left his full-time job, this author then began writing his novels on a full time basis. His success began in the sixties and never ceased from that original point. His first novel was released in 1965 and is titled Fred In Situ. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, Gerald Hammond 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 Gerald Hammond
Dead Game
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Game as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series showcases Gerald Hammond's mastery of suspense.
The Reward Game
Conflict and courage define The Reward Game, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series by Gerald Hammond that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Revenge Game
The Revenge Game continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fair Game
Fair Game is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
The Game
The Game continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cousin Once Removed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with Cousin Once Removed, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Sauce for the Pigeon
Sauce for the Pigeon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Pursuit of Arms
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with Pursuit of Arms, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Silver City Scandal
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with Silver City Scandal, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
The Executor
The Executor continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Worried Widow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with The Worried Widow, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Adverse Report
Adverse Report is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Stray Shot
Stray Shot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
A Brace of Skeet
A Brace of Skeet continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Let Us Prey
Let Us Prey is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Home to Roost
Home to Roost continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
In Camera
In Camera continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Snatch Crop
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with Snatch Crop, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Thin Air
Thin Air is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Hook or Crook
Hook or Crook continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Carriage of Justice
Carriage of Justice continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sink Or Swim
Sink Or Swim continues the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Follow That Gun
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Keith Calder Books with Follow That Gun, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Dog in the Dark
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Three Oaks Books with Dog in the Dark, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Whose Dog Are You?
Whose Dog Are You? continues the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Doghouse
Doghouse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Give a Dog a Name
Give a Dog a Name is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
The Curse of the Cockers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Three Oaks Books with The Curse of the Cockers, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Sting in the Tail
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Three Oaks Books with Sting in the Tail, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Mad Dogs and Scotsmen
Mad Dogs and Scotsmen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Bloodlines
A gripping mystery unfolds in Bloodlines as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series showcases Gerald Hammond's mastery of suspense.
Twice Bitten
Twice Bitten is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
A Shocking Affair
A Shocking Affair continues the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dogsbody
Dogsbody continues the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dead Weight
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Weight as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books series showcases Gerald Hammond's mastery of suspense.
Illegal Tender
Illegal Tender continues the Publication Order of Three Oaks Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cold Relations
Cold Relations continues the Publication Order of Honey Laird Books story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Dead Question
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Dead Question as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Honey Laird Books series showcases Gerald Hammond's mastery of suspense.
Loving Memory
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Honey Laird Books with Loving Memory, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Fred in Situ
Fred in Situ is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Loose Screw
Loose Screw continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mud in His Eye
Mud in His Eye continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Goods
The Goods is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Last Rights
Last Rights is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
A Very Wrong Number
A Very Wrong Number is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Cash and Carry
Cash and Carry is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Fine Tune
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fine Tune, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
A Running Jump
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Running Jump, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Flamescape
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Flamescape, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Into the Blue
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Into the Blue, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Grail for Sale
Grail for Sale is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
The Dirty Dollar
The Dirty Dollar continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Snatch
The Snatch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Down the Garden Path
Down the Garden Path is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
The Hitch
The Hitch continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Outpost
The Outpost is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Saving Grace
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Saving Grace, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Dead Letters
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Letters as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Gerald Hammond's mastery of suspense.
Heirs and Graces
Heirs and Graces is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Cold in the Heads
Cold in the Heads continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
On the Warpath
Conflict and courage define On the Warpath, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gerald Hammond that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Keeper Turned Poacher
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Keeper Turned Poacher, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Waking Partners
Waking Partners is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
Hit and Run
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Hit and Run, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Crash
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Crash, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
Well and Good
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Well and Good, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
The Fingers of One Foot
The Fingers of One Foot continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Silent Intruder
Silent Intruder continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Dog's Life
A Dog's Life continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gerald Hammond's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
With My Little Eye
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with With My Little Eye, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
The Unkindest Cut
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Unkindest Cut, another outstanding contribution from Gerald Hammond.
The Language of Horse Racing
The Language of Horse Racing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gerald Hammond have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gerald Hammond?
Gerald Hammond is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 72 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Keith Calder Books, Publication Order of Three Oaks Books, Publication Order of Honey Laird Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Gerald Hammond series to start with?
For readers new to Gerald Hammond's work, the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 23 books. Begin with Dead Game to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Gerald Hammond written?
Gerald Hammond has written over 72 books across 5 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Gerald Hammond books in order?
Yes, reading Gerald Hammond'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 Gerald Hammond write in?
Gerald Hammond writes primarily in fiction. With 5 series across 72 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Gerald Hammond's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Gerald Hammond'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 Gerald Hammond's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Gerald Hammond's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Keith Calder Books series. The first book, Dead Game, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.