📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books Best for beginners - Start with "Gone Away / Mrs Malory Investigates" (1989)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "My Dear Charlotte" (2009)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "...And the Dying is Easy" (2001)

About the Author

Hazel Holt was a British Novelist who was best known for the Mrs. Malory series of novels. Born Thomas Charles Louis Holt, you won’t hear too many mentions of Tom Holt in relation to Hazel Holt. Tom began his literary career as a young man at Oxford when he set out to produce his distinct brand of comic fantasy. He also participated in the writing of a Margaret Thatcher biography, not to mention publishing books like the Walled Orchard series. There are those who know of Tom’s connection to Hazel and have read his works primarily because of their devotion to her. Though, Hazel had no relationship with an author that was more impactful than her friendship with Barbara Pym. Pym was an English novelist who wrote social comedies like ‘Excellent Women’. Her career waxed for a moment, and. Hazel Holt is the author of over 23 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Hazel Holt has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books

21 books
  • Gone Away / Mrs Malory Investigates The Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series continues with 'Gone Away / Mrs Malory Investigates', another thrilling entry from Hazel Holt.
    (1989) ⭐ Start here
  • The Cruellest Month 'The Cruellest Month' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series, set in the world Hazel Holt has created.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • The Shortest Journey / Mrs. Malory's Shortest Journey Experience the magic of 'The Shortest Journey / Mrs. Malory's Shortest Journey' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books universe.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here
  • An Uncertain Death / Mrs. Malory And The Festival Murder In 'An Uncertain Death / Mrs. Malory And The Festival Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • Murder on Campus / Mrs. Malory: Detective in Residence In 'Murder on Campus / Mrs. Malory: Detective in Residence', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • Superfluous Death / Mrs. Malory Wonders Why In 'Superfluous Death / Mrs. Malory Wonders Why', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • Death of a Dean / Mrs Malory: Death of a Dean In 'Death of a Dean / Mrs Malory: Death of a Dean', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (1996) ⭐ Start here
  • The Only Good Lawyer / Mrs Malory and the Only Good Lawyer 'The Only Good Lawyer / Mrs Malory and the Only Good Lawyer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series, set in the world Hazel Holt has created.
    (1997) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead And Buried / Mrs Malory: Death Among Friends In 'Dead And Buried / Mrs Malory: Death Among Friends', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • A Fatal Legacy / Mrs Malory & the Fatal Legacy 'A Fatal Legacy / Mrs Malory & the Fatal Legacy' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series, set in the world Hazel Holt has created.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Lilies That Fester / Mrs Malory and the Lilies That Fester Join the adventure in 'Lilies That Fester / Mrs Malory and the Lilies That Fester' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Leonora / Mrs Malory and Death by Water In 'Leonora / Mrs Malory and Death by Water', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Delay of Execution / Mrs. Malory and the Delay of Execution Join the adventure in 'Delay of Execution / Mrs. Malory and the Delay of Execution' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Death in Practice / Mrs Malory and Death in Practice In 'Death in Practice / Mrs Malory and Death in Practice', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • The Silent Killer / Mrs Malory and the Silent Killer In 'The Silent Killer / Mrs Malory and the Silent Killer', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • No Cure for Death In 'No Cure for Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Death in the Family In 'Death in the Family', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • A Time to Die Experience the magic of 'A Time to Die' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books universe.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Mrs. Malory and Any Man's Death In 'Mrs. Malory and Any Man's Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Mrs. Malory and a Necessary End Experience the magic of 'Mrs. Malory and a Necessary End' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books universe.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Death is a Word In 'Death is a Word', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books series by Hazel Holt.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • My Dear Charlotte In 'My Dear Charlotte', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • ...And the Dying is Easy In '...And the Dying is Easy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2001)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Hazel Holt?

Hazel Holt is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 23 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Sheila Malory Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Hazel Holt book series to start with?

For readers new to Hazel Holt's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Sheila Malory 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 Hazel Holt's writing.

Q: How many books has Hazel Holt written?

Hazel Holt has written over 23 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.