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ⓘ About John Wainwright
He joined the West Riding Constabulary as a Police Constable. During his service as a police officer, he went back to studying during his spare time, earning a law degree in 1956. In the year 1965, he attempted writing a crime novel which was later accepted by the editor of Collins Crime Club, named George Hardinge, and the novel was published as “Death in a Sleeping City”. The very next year, he quit the police force and started writing full-time. In the year 1968, Hardinge became the senior editor at Macmillan Publishers, and took Wainwright’s contract along with him. His work is from the mystery genre, and sometimes he wrote under the pen name of “Jack Ripley”, publishing four books under this name. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, John Wainwright 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 John Wainwright
Freeze Thy Blood Less Coldly
A gripping mystery unfolds in Freeze Thy Blood Less Coldly as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
A Touch of Malice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books with A Touch of Malice, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
The Hard Hit
The Hard Hit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Night Is a Time to Die
Night Is a Time to Die continues the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Evil Intent
Evil Intent continues the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death of a Big Man
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of a Big Man as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Portrait in Shadows
Portrait in Shadows continues the Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Evidence I Shall Give
The Evidence I Shall Give is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Square Dance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books with Square Dance, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Pool of Tears
Pool of Tears is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Take Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Take Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Landscape with Violence
Landscape with Violence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Day of the Peppercorn Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Day of the Peppercorn Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Spiral Staircase
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books with Spiral Staircase, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
The Tenth Interview
The Tenth Interview is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
A Very Parochial Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Very Parochial Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Brainwash
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books with Brainwash, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Duty Elsewhere
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books with Duty Elsewhere, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Dominoes
Dominoes continues the Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Man Who Wasn't There
The Man Who Wasn't There is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Hangman's Lane
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books with Hangman's Lane, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Edge of Extinction
Edge of Extinction continues the Publication Order of Lewis Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death in a Sleeping City
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in a Sleeping City as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lewis Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Kill The Girls And Make Them Cry
A gripping mystery unfolds in Kill The Girls And Make Them Cry as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Sullivan Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Coppers Don't Cry
Coppers Don't Cry continues the Publication Order of Sullivan Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Their Evil Ways
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Superintendent Ralph Flensing Books with Their Evil Ways, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
The Ride
The Ride is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Superintendent Ralph Flensing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Ten steps to the gallows
Ten steps to the gallows continues the Publication Order of Superintendent Gillant Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Crystallised Carbon Pig
The Crystallised Carbon Pig continues the Publication Order of Superintendent Gillant Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Requiem for a Loser
Requiem for a Loser is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Superintendent Gillant Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
High Class Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in High Class Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Superintendent Gillant Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
A Ripple of Murders
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Ripple of Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Superintendent Gillant Books series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
All on a Summer's Day
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Superintendent Robert Blayde Books with All on a Summer's Day, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
An Urge for Justice
An Urge for Justice continues the Publication Order of Superintendent Robert Blayde Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blayde, R.I.P.
Blayde, R.I.P. is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Superintendent Robert Blayde Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Prynter's Devil
Prynter's Devil continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Big Tickle
The Big Tickle is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Pig Got Up And Slowly Walked Away
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Pig Got Up And Slowly Walked Away, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Davis Doesn’t Live Here Any More
Davis Doesn’t Live Here Any More continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Last Buccaneer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Last Buccaneer, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Dig The Grave And Let Him Lie
Dig The Grave And Let Him Lie continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
My God How The Money Rolls In
My God How The Money Rolls In continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
My Word You Should Have Seen Us
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with My Word You Should Have Seen Us, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
A Pride Of Pigs
A Pride Of Pigs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The devil you don't
The devil you don't is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Cause For A Killing
A gripping mystery unfolds in Cause For A Killing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Who Goes Next?
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Who Goes Next?, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Acquittal
Acquittal continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bastard
The Bastard is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Walther P. 38
Walther P. 38 continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me
Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
A Nest Of Rats
A Nest Of Rats is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Jury People
The Jury People continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Thief Of Time
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Thief Of Time, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
The Reluctant Sleeper
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Reluctant Sleeper, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Home Is The Hunter And The Big Kayo
Home Is The Hunter And The Big Kayo is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Venus Fly Trap
The Venus Fly Trap is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Eye Of The Beholder
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Eye Of The Beholder, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
A Kill Of Small Consequence
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Kill Of Small Consequence as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Tension
Tension is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Anatomy Of A Riot
Anatomy Of A Riot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
The Distaff Factor
The Distaff Factor continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Heroes No More
Heroes No More is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Cul-de-sac
Cul-de-sac continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Forest
The Forest continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Clouds Of Guilt
Clouds Of Guilt is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
All Through The Night
All Through The Night continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Forgotten Murders
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Forgotten Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Blind Brag
Blind Brag is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Sabbath Morn
Sabbath Morn continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Life And Times Of Christmas Calvert-- Assassin
The Life And Times Of Christmas Calvert-- Assassin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Murder Story
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Story as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases John Wainwright's mastery of suspense.
Shall I Be a Policeman?
The investigation intensifies in Shall I Be a Policeman?, as this installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of John Wainwright's creation.
Discovering Lapidary Work
Discovering Lapidary Work continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with John Wainwright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Guard Your Castle
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Guard Your Castle, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
Tail End Charlie
Tail End Charlie is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Wainwright have come to expect.
Wainwright's Beat
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Wainwright's Beat, another outstanding contribution from John Wainwright.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Wainwright?
John Wainwright is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 77 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Charles Ripley Books, Publication Order of Chief Inspector Lennox Books, Publication Order of Inspector Lyle Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best John Wainwright series to start with?
For readers new to John Wainwright's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 37 books. Begin with Prynter's Devil to start from the very beginning.
How many books has John Wainwright written?
John Wainwright has written over 77 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read John Wainwright books in order?
Yes, reading John Wainwright'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 John Wainwright write in?
John Wainwright writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 77 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are John Wainwright's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of John Wainwright'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 John Wainwright's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, John Wainwright's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Prynter's Devil, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.