📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books Best for beginners - Start with "Natural Causes" (2012)
Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books Popular choice - Start with "No Time to Cry" (2018)
Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books Popular choice - Start with "Dreamwalker" (2012)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "Exit Wounds" (2019)

About the Author

James Oswald is, primarily, a Scottish farmer who doubles up as an author. He studied psychology at the Aberdeen University where he had a penchant for penning comic strip books. Among the literary figures that influenced Oswald are English authors J.R.R. Tolkien and Terry Pratchett, and American writers Robin Hobb and Tad Williams. James Oswald, who is a livestock farmer, lives in North East Fife where he owns an expansive farm where he rears Highland cattle and New Zealand sheep. James had been writing for two decades albeit with little success. His own family gave scant credence to his writing ambitions. Friends of his parents thought he lack the hallmarks of a noteworthy author. His father, though somewhat helpful, was equally bewildered. He had his doubts about the career, but when hi. James Oswald is the author of over 24 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, James Oswald has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books

14 books
  • Natural Causes The Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series continues with 'Natural Causes', another thrilling entry from James Oswald.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Book of Souls In 'The Book of Souls', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books saga.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Hangman's Song Join the adventure in 'The Hangman's Song' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series by James Oswald.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead Men's Bones In 'Dead Men's Bones', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series by James Oswald.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Prayer for the Dead In 'Prayer for the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series by James Oswald.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • The Damage Done The Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series continues with 'The Damage Done', another thrilling entry from James Oswald.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Written in Bones The Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series continues with 'Written in Bones', another thrilling entry from James Oswald.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • The Gathering Dark In 'The Gathering Dark', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books saga.
    (2018) ⭐ Start here
  • Cold as the Grave Join the adventure in 'Cold as the Grave' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series by James Oswald.
    (2019) ⭐ Start here
  • Bury Them Deep 'Bury Them Deep' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series, set in the world James Oswald has created.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • What Will Burn In 'What Will Burn', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books saga.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • All That Lives In 'All That Lives', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books saga.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • For Our Sins The Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series continues with 'For Our Sins', another thrilling entry from James Oswald.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • The Rest Is Death In 'The Rest Is Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series by James Oswald.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books

3 books
  • No Time to Cry 'No Time to Cry' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books series, set in the world James Oswald has created.
    (2018)
  • Nothing to Hide In 'Nothing to Hide', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books saga.
    (2019)
  • Nowhere to Run Experience the magic of 'Nowhere to Run' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books universe.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books

5 books
  • Dreamwalker 'Dreamwalker' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books series, set in the world James Oswald has created.
    (2012)
  • The Rose Cord In 'The Rose Cord', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books saga.
    (2012)
  • The Golden Cage Experience the magic of 'The Golden Cage' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books universe.
    (2012)
  • The Broken World Experience the magic of 'The Broken World' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books universe.
    (2015)
  • The Obsidian Throne Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Obsidian Throne', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books series by James Oswald.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Anthologies

2 books
  • Exit Wounds The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Exit Wounds', another thrilling entry from James Oswald.
    (2019)
  • An Unnecessary Assassin 'An Unnecessary Assassin' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James Oswald has created.
    (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is James Oswald?

James Oswald is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 24 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books, Publication Order of DC Constance Fairchild Books, Publication Order of Ballad of Sir Benfro Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best James Oswald book series to start with?

For readers new to James Oswald's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Inspector McLean Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 14 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James Oswald's writing.

Q: How many books has James Oswald written?

James Oswald has written over 24 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.