Jim Eldridge

25 Book Series
112 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Black Ops Books Best for beginners - Start with "Jungle Kill" (2010)
Publication Order of Cathedral Mysteries Books Popular choice - Start with "Murder at St Paul's Cathedral" (2025)
Publication Order of DCI Paul Stark Books Popular choice - Start with "Assassins" (2016)
Publication Order of Disgusting Dave Books Popular choice - Start with "Disgusting Dave And The Farting Dog" (2009)

About the Author

Jim Elridge is a thriller, young adult fantasy, children’s fiction, historical mystery, and young adult fiction author from Kent. The author was born in London’s Euston suburb in 1944 and loves to style himself a survivor of V1 and V2 rockets during the Second World War. Elridge quit school as a sixteen-year-old and held a variety of jobs before he went to train to become a teacher. He would go on to teach in many low-income areas in Luton, even as he built a career as a children’s book author and scriptwriter. He would later on quit his teaching career to become a full-time author. Starting in 2010, he quit writing children’s fiction and scriptwriting as he was more focused on adult historical crime fiction. In the more than four decades that he spent writing scripts, he. Jim Eldridge is the author of over 112 books across 25 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Black Ops Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jim Eldridge has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Black Ops Books

3 books
  • Jungle Kill In 'Jungle Kill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Black Ops Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Death in the Desert In 'Death in the Desert', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Black Ops Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Urban Assassin Experience the magic of 'Urban Assassin' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Black Ops Books universe.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Cathedral Mysteries Books

2 books
  • Murder at St Paul's Cathedral In 'Murder at St Paul's Cathedral', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Cathedral Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2025)
  • Murder at Canterbury Cathedral In 'Murder at Canterbury Cathedral', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Cathedral Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2026)

Publication Order of DCI Paul Stark Books

2 books
  • Assassins 'Assassins' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Paul Stark Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2016)
  • Shadows of the Dead In 'Shadows of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of DCI Paul Stark Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Disgusting Dave Books

3 books
  • Disgusting Dave And The Farting Dog Experience the magic of 'Disgusting Dave And The Farting Dog' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Disgusting Dave Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Disgusting Dave And The Flesh Eating Maggots The Publication Order of Disgusting Dave Books series continues with 'Disgusting Dave And The Flesh Eating Maggots', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2010)
  • Disgusting Dave and the Bucketful of Vomit Join the adventure in 'Disgusting Dave and the Bucketful of Vomit' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Disgusting Dave Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Fantasy Soldiers Books

4 books
  • Death In The Jungle In 'Death In The Jungle', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Fantasy Soldiers Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1995)
  • Killer In The City In 'Killer In The City', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Fantasy Soldiers Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1995)
  • White Death In 'White Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Fantasy Soldiers Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1995)
  • Plague Ship Experience the magic of 'Plague Ship' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Fantasy Soldiers Books universe.
    (1995)

Publication Order of Hotel Mysteries Books

3 books
  • Murder at the Ritz In 'Murder at the Ritz', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Hotel Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2021)
  • Murder at the Savoy In 'Murder at the Savoy', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Hotel Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2021)
  • Murder at Claridge's In 'Murder at Claridge's', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Hotel Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2022)

Publication Order of London Underground Station Mysteries Books

4 books
  • Murder at Aldwych Station In 'Murder at Aldwych Station', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of London Underground Station Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2022)
  • Murder at Down Street Station In 'Murder at Down Street Station', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of London Underground Station Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2023)
  • Murder at Lord's Station In 'Murder at Lord's Station', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of London Underground Station Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2024)
  • Murder at Whitechapel Road Station In 'Murder at Whitechapel Road Station', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of London Underground Station Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2024)

Publication Order of The Malichea Quest Books

4 books
  • The Invisible Assassin Experience the magic of 'The Invisible Assassin' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Malichea Quest Books universe.
    (2012)
  • The Deadly Game In 'The Deadly Game', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of The Malichea Quest Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2012)
  • The Lethal Target The Publication Order of The Malichea Quest Books series continues with 'The Lethal Target', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2013)
  • The Last Enemy Join the adventure in 'The Last Enemy' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Malichea Quest Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books

13 books
  • Murder at the Fitzwilliam In 'Murder at the Fitzwilliam', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2018)
  • Murder at the British Museum In 'Murder at the British Museum', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2019)
  • Murder at the Ashmolean In 'Murder at the Ashmolean', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2019)
  • Murder at the Manchester Museum In 'Murder at the Manchester Museum', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2020)
  • Murder at the Natural History Museum In 'Murder at the Natural History Museum', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2020)
  • Murder at Madame Tussauds In 'Murder at Madame Tussauds', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2021)
  • Murder at the National Gallery In 'Murder at the National Gallery', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2022)
  • Murder at the Victoria and Albert Museum In 'Murder at the Victoria and Albert Museum', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2022)
  • Murder at the Tower of London In 'Murder at the Tower of London', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2023)
  • Murder at the Louvre In 'Murder at the Louvre', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2023)
  • Murder at the Colosseum In 'Murder at the Colosseum', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2025)
  • Murder at the Pyramids In 'Murder at the Pyramids', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2026)
  • Murder at the Vatican In 'Murder at the Vatican', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Museum Mysteries Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2027)

Publication Order of SAS Books

4 books
  • Hostile Terrain 'Hostile Terrain' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of SAS Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2003)
  • London Siege In 'London Siege', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of SAS Books saga.
    (2003)
  • Secret Assault The Publication Order of SAS Books series continues with 'Secret Assault', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2004)
  • Jungle War The Publication Order of SAS Books series continues with 'Jungle War', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2004)

Publication Order of Survivor Books

1 books
  • Survivor: Escape from Pompeii 'Survivor: Escape from Pompeii' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Survivor Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Warpath Books

6 books
  • Tank Attack The Publication Order of Warpath Books series continues with 'Tank Attack', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (1999)
  • Deadly Skies In 'Deadly Skies', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Warpath Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1999)
  • Behind Enemy Lines 'Behind Enemy Lines' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warpath Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (1999)
  • Depth Charge Danger Join the adventure in 'Depth Charge Danger' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Warpath Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1999)
  • Night Bomber In 'Night Bomber', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Warpath Books saga.
    (2000)
  • Island of Fear 'Island of Fear' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warpath Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2000)

Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books

6 books
  • Big Rock and the Masked Avenger Join the adventure in 'Big Rock and the Masked Avenger' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2014)
  • Hunk and Thud Join the adventure in 'Hunk and Thud' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2014)
  • The Giant Rumble The Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series continues with 'The Giant Rumble', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2014)
  • Thud in Trouble 'Thud in Trouble' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2015)
  • Jack Versus Veto The Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series continues with 'Jack Versus Veto', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2015)
  • The Final Showdown The Publication Order of Wrestling Trolls Books series continues with 'The Final Showdown', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

14 books
  • Down Payment On Death In 'Down Payment On Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1972)
  • King Street Junior In 'King Street Junior', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1988)
  • Bad Boyes and the Gangsters In 'Bad Boyes and the Gangsters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1988)
  • Uncle Jack and Operation Green Join the adventure in 'Uncle Jack and Operation Green' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1990)
  • The Double Life of E.W.Potts, Schoolboy 'The Double Life of E.W.Potts, Schoolboy' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (1991)
  • Time Riders The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Time Riders', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (1991)
  • Uncle Jack and the Loch Ness Monster Join the adventure in 'Uncle Jack and the Loch Ness Monster' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1991)
  • The Legend of the Lost Keys In 'The Legend of the Lost Keys', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1998)
  • Desert Duel The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Desert Duel', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2004)
  • Dunkirk Escape Join the adventure in 'Dunkirk Escape' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2009)
  • 4.3.2.1 Experience the magic of '4.3.2.1' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2010)
  • Sink the Tirpitz Experience the magic of 'Sink the Tirpitz' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2010)
  • Bomb! In 'Bomb!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2011)
  • Blood on the Wall Join the adventure in 'Blood on the Wall' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Chapter Books

2 books
  • Under Attack In 'Under Attack', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Chapter Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Gunpoint 'Gunpoint' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapter Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Picture Books

4 books
  • Tractor and Digger Save the Day 'Tractor and Digger Save the Day' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (1997)
  • Tractor And Digger 'Tractor And Digger' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (1999)
  • Wayfarers 'Wayfarers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2017)
  • The Refugee Camp 'The Refugee Camp' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Graphic Novels

1 books
  • Captain Hawk And The Stone Of Destiny Join the adventure in 'Captain Hawk And The Stone Of Destiny' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1997)

Publication Order of Collections

5 books
  • Monster Summer Reading Pack Join the adventure in 'Monster Summer Reading Pack' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1995)
  • Spies And Special Forces! Join the adventure in 'Spies And Special Forces!' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2002)
  • Second World War Stories for Boys In 'Second World War Stories for Boys', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2012)
  • Daring World War Two Stories for Boys In 'Daring World War Two Stories for Boys', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2013)
  • Courageous First World War Stories The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'Courageous First World War Stories', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

13 books
  • The Funniest Joke Book The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'The Funniest Joke Book', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (1983)
  • Save Our Planet 'Save Our Planet' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (1987)
  • Holidays Survival Guide Join the adventure in 'Holidays Survival Guide' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (1989)
  • Completely Misleading Guide to School In 'Completely Misleading Guide to School', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1994)
  • What Grown-Ups Say and What They Really Mean Experience the magic of 'What Grown-Ups Say and What They Really Mean' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1994)
  • Warriors! True Stories Of Combat, Skill And Courage In 'Warriors! True Stories Of Combat, Skill And Courage', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2001)
  • A Canny History of Carlisle In 'A Canny History of Carlisle', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2006)
  • Standing Alone The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Standing Alone', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2011)
  • London Stories 'London Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2012)
  • Charles Dickens In 'Charles Dickens', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2012)
  • Alan Turing The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Alan Turing', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2013)
  • Stories of the First World War 'Stories of the First World War' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2014)
  • Independence. War in Ireland In 'Independence. War in Ireland', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2017)

Publication Order of 50 Things You Should Know About . . . Books

1 books
  • 50 Things You Should Know About The First World War Join the adventure in '50 Things You Should Know About The First World War' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of 50 Things You Should Know About . . . Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Bug Club Books

2 books
  • Flash the Dog Dives In! Experience the magic of 'Flash the Dog Dives In!' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Bug Club Books universe.
    (2012)
  • Flash the Dog Bounces In! In 'Flash the Dog Bounces In!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Bug Club Books saga.
    (2013)

Publication Order of I Was There Books

1 books
  • 1066 Experience the magic of '1066' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of I Was There Books universe.
    (2015)

Publication Order of My Story Books

4 books
  • My Story The Trenches In 'My Story The Trenches', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of My Story Books saga.
    (1999)
  • War Spy The Publication Order of My Story Books series continues with 'War Spy', another thrilling entry from Jim Eldridge.
    (2013)
  • Codename Céline Join the adventure in 'Codename Céline' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of My Story Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2015)
  • Coming Home Experience the magic of 'Coming Home' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of My Story Books universe.
    (2018)

Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books

9 books
  • The Trenches: Billy Stevens, The Western Front, 1914-1918 'The Trenches: Billy Stevens, The Western Front, 1914-1918' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2002)
  • Armada: Thomas Hobbs, England, 1587-1588 In 'Armada: Thomas Hobbs, England, 1587-1588', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books saga.
    (2002)
  • Flying Ace: Jack Fairfax, Royal Flying Corps, 1915-1918 Experience the magic of 'Flying Ace: Jack Fairfax, Royal Flying Corps, 1915-1918' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books universe.
    (2003)
  • Spy Smuggler: Paul Lelaud, France, 1942-1944 Join the adventure in 'Spy Smuggler: Paul Lelaud, France, 1942-1944' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2004)
  • Desert Danger: Tim Jackson, North Africa WWII Join the adventure in 'Desert Danger: Tim Jackson, North Africa WWII' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series by Jim Eldridge.
    (2005)
  • Roman Invasion: A British Boy, AD 84 In 'Roman Invasion: A British Boy, AD 84', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books saga.
    (2008)
  • The Sweep's Boy: A Victorian Boy, London, 1870 'The Sweep's Boy: A Victorian Boy, London, 1870' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2010)
  • Pyramid of Secrets 'Pyramid of Secrets' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2010)
  • Dodger: The Story of a Victorian Pickpocket 'Dodger: The Story of a Victorian Pickpocket' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of My Story: Boys Books series, set in the world Jim Eldridge has created.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • Home Again Experience the magic of 'Home Again' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Jim Eldridge?

Jim Eldridge is a bestselling author known for 25 book series containing over 112 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Black Ops Books, Publication Order of Cathedral Mysteries Books, Publication Order of DCI Paul Stark Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Jim Eldridge book series to start with?

For readers new to Jim Eldridge's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Black Ops Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 3 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jim Eldridge's writing.

Q: How many books has Jim Eldridge written?

Jim Eldridge has written over 112 books across 25 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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