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Patricia Moyes

Bestselling Author • 3 Series • 26 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books
Start with: Dead Men Don't Ski (1959)
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Publication Order of Short Story Collections
Start with: Who Killed Father Christmas? (1996)
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Publication Order of Anthologies
Start with: A Suit of Diamonds (1991)

About Patricia Moyes

In the year 1946, she was hired by Peter Ustinov as a technical assistant on his film called “School for Secrets”. For the next eight years, she was his personal assistant. She co-wrote the script for “School for Scoundrels” in the year 1960, wich starred Terry-Thomas, Ian Carmichael, and Alastair Sim. While she was an assistant editor for London Vogue, she translated “Lecoadia”, a play by Jean Anouilh, as “Time Remembered”. It was performed in London in 1955, and again on Broadway in 1957, the latter of which received many Tony Awards. The play’s success enabled Moyes to begin writing mysteries and leave Vogue. In the year 1951, she married John Moyes, and divorced in the year 1959. she remaried, marrying James Haszard, a linguist at the International Monetary Fund in The Hague. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series, Patricia Moyes 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 Patricia Moyes

Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books
19 books 1959–1993
1

Dead Men Don't Ski

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Men Don't Ski as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1959
2

The Sunken Sailor / Down Among the Dead Men

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Sunken Sailor / Down Among the Dead Men as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1961
3

Death on the Agenda

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death on the Agenda as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1962
4

Murder à la Mode

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder à la Mode as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1963
5

Falling Star

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books with Falling Star, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Moyes.

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1964
6

Johnny Underground

Johnny Underground is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Moyes have come to expect.

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1965
7

Murder Fantastical / Murder By Threes

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Fantastical / Murder By Threes as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1967
8

Death and the Dutch Uncle

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death and the Dutch Uncle as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1968
9

Who Saw Her Die / Many Deadly Returns

A gripping mystery unfolds in Who Saw Her Die / Many Deadly Returns as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1970
10

Season of Snows and Sins

Season of Snows and Sins continues the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1971
11

The Curious Affair of the Third Dog

The Curious Affair of the Third Dog continues the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
12

Black Widower

Black Widower continues the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1975
13

To Kill a Coconut / The Coconut Killings

A gripping mystery unfolds in To Kill a Coconut / The Coconut Killings as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1977
14

Who Is Simon Warwick?

Conflict and courage define Who Is Simon Warwick?, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series by Patricia Moyes that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1978
15

Angel Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Angel Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1980
16

A Six-Letter Word for Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Six-Letter Word for Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1983
17

Night ferry to death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Night ferry to death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1985
18

Black Girl, White Girl

Black Girl, White Girl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Moyes have come to expect.

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1989
19

Twice in a Blue Moon

Twice in a Blue Moon continues the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books 1996–1996
1

Who Killed Father Christmas?

A gripping mystery unfolds in Who Killed Father Christmas? as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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1996
Publication Order of Anthologies
6 books 1991–2013
1

A Suit of Diamonds

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with A Suit of Diamonds, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Moyes.

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1991
2

Mystery Cats

Mystery Cats continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
3

Malice Domestic 5

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Malice Domestic 5, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Moyes.

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1996
4

A Century of British Mystery and Suspense

A Century of British Mystery and Suspense continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Patricia Moyes's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
5

Murder Most Merry

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Most Merry as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Patricia Moyes's mastery of suspense.

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2002
6

Not Everyone's Cup of Tea

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Not Everyone's Cup of Tea, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Moyes.

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2013

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Patricia Moyes?

Patricia Moyes is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 26 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books, Publication Order of Short Story Collections, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Patricia Moyes series to start with?

For readers new to Patricia Moyes's work, the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 19 books. Begin with Dead Men Don't Ski to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Patricia Moyes written?

Patricia Moyes has written over 26 books across 3 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Patricia Moyes books in order?

Yes, reading Patricia Moyes'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 Patricia Moyes write in?

Patricia Moyes writes primarily in fiction. With 3 series across 26 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Patricia Moyes's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Patricia Moyes'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 Patricia Moyes's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Patricia Moyes's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Inspector Henry Tibbett Mystery Books series. The first book, Dead Men Don't Ski, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.