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Nicci French

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 28 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books
Start with: Blue Monday (2011)
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Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books
Start with: Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter? (2023)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: The Memory Game (1997)

About Nicci French

Nicci French is the pen name used by the team of a husband and wife writers named Nicci Gerrard and Sean French. They are popular for writing psychological thrillers and hail from England, The United Kingdom. Nicci and Sean also write several of their novels separately other than writing the psychological thrillers together. The two got married in the year 1990 and from 1999 onward they have been living in Suffolk, East Anglia, England, The United Kingdom. Sean is Nicci second husband as she was married once before. From that marriage, she has two children named Anna and Edgar. With her marriage to Sean French, she is blessed with a couple of daughters named Molly and Hadley. Author Nicci Gerard was born on June 10, 1958, and spent her growing years in Worcestershire. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books series, Nicci French 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 Nicci French

Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books
8 books 2011–2018
1

Blue Monday

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books with Blue Monday, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2011
2

Tuesday's Gone

Tuesday's Gone continues the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
3

Waiting for Wednesday

Waiting for Wednesday continues the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
4

Thursday's Children / Thursday's Child

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books with Thursday's Children / Thursday's Child, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2014
5

Friday on My Mind

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books with Friday on My Mind, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2015
6

Dark Saturday / Saturday Requiem

Dark Saturday / Saturday Requiem continues the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
7

Sunday Silence / Sunday Morning Coming Down

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books with Sunday Silence / Sunday Morning Coming Down, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2017
8

Day of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Day of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books series showcases Nicci French's mastery of suspense.

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2018
Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books
3 books 2023–2026
1

Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books with Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2023
2

The Last Days of Kira Mullan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books with The Last Days of Kira Mullan, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2025
3

What Happened that Night

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books with What Happened that Night, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2026
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
16 books 1997–2022
1

The Memory Game

The Memory Game is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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1997
2

The Safe House

The Safe House is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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1998
3

Killing Me Softly

A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Me Softly as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Nicci French's mastery of suspense.

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1999
4

Beneath the Skin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Beneath the Skin, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2000
5

The Red Room

The Red Room continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
6

Land of the Living

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Land of the Living, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2002
7

Secret Smile

Secret Smile is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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2003
8

Catch Me When I Fall

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Catch Me When I Fall, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2005
9

Losing You

Losing You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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2005
10

Until It's Over

Until It's Over is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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2007
11

What to Do When Someone Dies

What to Do When Someone Dies continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
12

Complicit / The Other Side of the Door

Complicit / The Other Side of the Door is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nicci French have come to expect.

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2009
13

The Lying Room

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Lying Room, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2019
14

House of Correction

House of Correction continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
15

The Unheard

The Unheard continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
16

The Favor / The Favour

The Favor / The Favour continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nicci French's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2013–2013
1

#Youdunnit

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with #Youdunnit, another outstanding contribution from Nicci French.

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2013

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nicci French?

Nicci French is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 28 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books, Publication Order of Maud O’Connor Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Nicci French series to start with?

For readers new to Nicci French's work, the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 8 books. Begin with Blue Monday to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Nicci French written?

Nicci French has written over 28 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Nicci French books in order?

Yes, reading Nicci French'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 Nicci French write in?

Nicci French writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 28 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Nicci French's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Nicci French'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 Nicci French's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Nicci French's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Frieda Klein Books series. The first book, Blue Monday, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.