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Nik Morton

Bestselling Author • 13 Series • 40 Books

13
Series
40
Books
13
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Sister Rose Books
Start with: Pain Wears No Mask (2007)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books
Start with: Wings (2017)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books
Start with: Catalyst (2014)

About Nik Morton

Coming from Gateshead, the author Nik Morton is a British writer who hails from the United Kingdom, as he also goes under the name of Ross Morton as well, as he writes his unique brand of mystery thriller, science-fiction and fantasy novels. Writing for a long time now he has built himself quite a following, having had his first short story published in 1971, and has since then released over 120 stories and a number of articles brought out to date. Featuring characters such as his infamous Robert Hale creation, star and leading protagonist of a long line of western books that have proven to be extremely popular. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Sister Rose Books series, Nik Morton 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 Nik Morton

Publication Order of Sister Rose Books
2 books 2007–2017
1

Pain Wears No Mask

Pain Wears No Mask continues the Publication Order of Sister Rose Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
2

The Bread of Tears

The Bread of Tears continues the Publication Order of Sister Rose Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books
4 books 2017–2021
1

Wings

Wings continues the Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
2

King

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books with King, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2017
3

Madurava

Madurava continues the Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
4

Prophecy

Prophecy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2021
Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books
3 books 2014–2016
1

Catalyst

Catalyst is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2014
2

Cataclysm

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books with Cataclysm, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2015
3

Catacomb

Catacomb is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2016
Publication Order of Kyler Knightly and Damon Cole Books
1 books 2017–2017
1

Continuity Girl

Continuity Girl continues the Publication Order of Kyler Knightly and Damon Cole Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Leon Cazador Books
3 books 2022–2022
1

Rogue Prey

Rogue Prey is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Leon Cazador Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2022
2

No Prisoners

No Prisoners continues the Publication Order of Leon Cazador Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
3

Organ Symphony

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Leon Cazador Books with Organ Symphony, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2022
Publication Order of Tana Standish Psychic Spy in Afghanistan, 1979 Books
4 books 2017–2025
1

Mission: Prague

Mission: Prague continues the Publication Order of Tana Standish Psychic Spy in Afghanistan, 1979 Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
2

Mission: Tehran

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tana Standish Psychic Spy in Afghanistan, 1979 Books with Mission: Tehran, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2017
3

Mission: Khyber

Mission: Khyber continues the Publication Order of Tana Standish Psychic Spy in Afghanistan, 1979 Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
4

Mission: Falklands

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tana Standish Psychic Spy in Afghanistan, 1979 Books with Mission: Falklands, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2025
Publication Order of Cash Laramie & Gideon Miles Books
3 books 2012–2023
1

Bullets for a Ballot

Bullets for a Ballot continues the Publication Order of Cash Laramie & Gideon Miles Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
2

Coffin for Cash

Coffin for Cash is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cash Laramie & Gideon Miles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2016
3

Death For A Dove

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death For A Dove as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Cash Laramie & Gideon Miles Books series showcases Nik Morton's mastery of suspense.

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2023
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
7 books 2008–2024
1

The Prague Manuscript

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Prague Manuscript, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2008
2

Blood of the Dragon Trees

A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood of the Dragon Trees as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Nik Morton's mastery of suspense.

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2013
3

Spanish Eye

Spanish Eye continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
4

Sudden Vengeance / Some Kind of Justice

Sudden Vengeance / Some Kind of Justice continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
5

Chill of the Shadow

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Chill of the Shadow, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2017
6

An Evil Trade

An Evil Trade is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2017
7

Time With A Gift Of Tears

Time With A Gift Of Tears is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2024
Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas
7 books 2009–2017
1

A Fistful of Legends

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas with A Fistful of Legends, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2009
2

Gifts from a Dead Race

A gripping mystery unfolds in Gifts from a Dead Race as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Nik Morton's mastery of suspense.

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2017
3

Nourish A Blind Life

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas with Nourish A Blind Life, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2017
4

Visitors

Visitors is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2017
5

Codename Gaby

Codename Gaby continues the Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
6

I Celebrate Myself

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas with I Celebrate Myself, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2017
7

Leon Cazador, P.I.

Leon Cazador, P.I. continues the Publication Order of Collected Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Collections
1 books 2012–2012
1

When the flowers are in bloom

When the flowers are in bloom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2012
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
3 books 2013–2026
1

Write a Western in 30 Days

Write a Western in 30 Days continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
2

Sailor Up The Khyber

Sailor Up The Khyber continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Nik Morton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
3

Never Give Up

Never Give Up is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2026
Publication Order of MX New Sherlock Holmes Stories Books
1 books 2018–2018
1

Part XII: Some Untold Cases

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of MX New Sherlock Holmes Stories Books with Part XII: Some Untold Cases, another outstanding contribution from Nik Morton.

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2018
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2011–2011
1

The Traditional West

The Traditional West is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Nik Morton have come to expect.

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2011

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nik Morton?

Nik Morton is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 40 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Sister Rose Books, Publication Order of Chronicles of Floreskand Books, Publication Order of Avenging Cat Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Nik Morton series to start with?

For readers new to Nik Morton's work, the Publication Order of Sister Rose Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with Pain Wears No Mask to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Nik Morton written?

Nik Morton has written over 40 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Nik Morton books in order?

Yes, reading Nik Morton'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 Nik Morton write in?

Nik Morton writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 40 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Nik Morton's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Nik Morton'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 Nik Morton's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Nik Morton's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Sister Rose Books series. The first book, Pain Wears No Mask, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.