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ⓘ About Patricia Wentworth
Patricia Wentworth is Dora Amy Elles’ pen name, she was a British crime author. She is best known for writing about Miss Maude Silver. She was born on November 10, 1877 in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, India. Wentworth died on January 28, 1961 when she was 82 years old. She was educated, first privately, and would later attend Blackheath High School for Girls in London. With her first husband, George F. Dillon, she had one daughter. When the couple got married, she became a stepmother to the two sons that Dillon had. One of these sons died during World War I in Somme. She would settle in Camberley, Surrey after Dillon died in the year 1906. She married again, to another George (this time to George Oliver Turnbull) in the year 1920. She had another daughter with her second husband. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, Patricia Wentworth 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 Wentworth
Grey Mask
Grey Mask is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Case is Closed
The Case is Closed continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lonesome Road
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with Lonesome Road, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Danger Point / In the Balance
Danger Point / In the Balance is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Chinese Shawl
The Chinese Shawl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Miss Silver Deals with Death / Miss Silver Intervenes
A gripping mystery unfolds in Miss Silver Deals with Death / Miss Silver Intervenes as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series showcases Patricia Wentworth's mastery of suspense.
The Clock Strikes Twelve
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with The Clock Strikes Twelve, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Key
The Key is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
She Came Back / The Traveller Returns
She Came Back / The Traveller Returns is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Pilgrim's Rest / Dark Threat
Pilgrim's Rest / Dark Threat continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Latter End
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with Latter End, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Wicked Uncle / Spotlight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with Wicked Uncle / Spotlight, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Case of William Smith
The Case of William Smith continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Eternity Ring
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with Eternity Ring, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Catherine Wheel
The Catherine Wheel continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miss Silver Comes to Stay
Miss Silver Comes to Stay is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Bradling Collection / Mr Bradling's Collection
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with The Bradling Collection / Mr Bradling's Collection, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Ivory Dagger
The Ivory Dagger continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Through The Wall
Through The Wall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
'Anna, Where Are You?' / Death at Deep End
A gripping mystery unfolds in 'Anna, Where Are You?' / Death at Deep End as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series showcases Patricia Wentworth's mastery of suspense.
The Watersplash
The Watersplash continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ladies' Bane
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with Ladies' Bane, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Out of the Past
Out of the Past is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Silent Pool
The Silent Pool continues the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Vanishing Point
The Vanishing Point is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Benevent Treasure
The Benevent Treasure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Gazebo / The Summerhouse
The Gazebo / The Summerhouse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Listening Eye
The Listening Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Poison in the Pen
Poison in the Pen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Fingerprint
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with The Fingerprint, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Alington Inheritance
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with The Alington Inheritance, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Girl in the Cellar
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Miss Silver Books with The Girl in the Cellar, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Fool Errant
Fool Errant continues the Publication Order of Benbow Smith Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Danger Calling
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Benbow Smith Books with Danger Calling, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Walk with Care
Walk with Care continues the Publication Order of Benbow Smith Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Down Under
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Benbow Smith Books with Down Under, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
The Blind Side
The Blind Side is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ernest Lamb Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Who Pays the Piper?
Who Pays the Piper? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ernest Lamb Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Pursuit of a Parcel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ernest Lamb Books with Pursuit of a Parcel, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Dead or Alive
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead or Alive as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Frank Garrett Books series showcases Patricia Wentworth's mastery of suspense.
Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone continues the Publication Order of Frank Garrett Books story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Marriage Under the Terror
A Marriage Under the Terror is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Fire Within
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Fire Within, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Queen Anne is Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Queen Anne is Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Patricia Wentworth's mastery of suspense.
The Astonishing Adventure of Jane Smith
The Astonishing Adventure of Jane Smith continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Annam Jewel
The Annam Jewel continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Red Lacquer Case
The Red Lacquer Case continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Black Cabinet
The Black Cabinet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Dower House Mystery
The Dower House Mystery is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
The Amazing Chance
The Amazing Chance continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hue and Cry
Hue and Cry is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Anne Belinda
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Anne Belinda, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Will o' the Wisp
Will o' the Wisp continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kingdom Lost
Epic adventure awaits in Kingdom Lost, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that raises the stakes across the realm Patricia Wentworth has built.
The Coldstone
The Coldstone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Beggar's Choice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Beggar's Choice, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Red Shadow / Red Danger
Red Shadow / Red Danger is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Nothing Venture
Nothing Venture continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Outrageous Fortune / Seven Green Stones
Outrageous Fortune / Seven Green Stones continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Touch and Go / Devil in the Dark
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Touch and Go / Devil in the Dark, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
Fear by Night
Fear by Night continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Red Stefan
Red Stefan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Blindfold
Blindfold is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Hole and Corner
Hole and Corner continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Run!
Run! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Patricia Wentworth have come to expect.
Mr. Zero
Mr. Zero continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Unlawful Occasions / Weekend with Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Unlawful Occasions / Weekend with Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Patricia Wentworth's mastery of suspense.
Silence in Court
Silence in Court continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Patricia Wentworth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Devil's Wind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Devil's Wind, another outstanding contribution from Patricia Wentworth.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Patricia Wentworth?
Patricia Wentworth is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 69 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Miss Silver Books, Publication Order of Benbow Smith Books, Publication Order of Ernest Lamb Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Patricia Wentworth series to start with?
For readers new to Patricia Wentworth's work, the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 32 books. Begin with Grey Mask to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Patricia Wentworth written?
Patricia Wentworth has written over 69 books across 5 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Patricia Wentworth books in order?
Yes, reading Patricia Wentworth'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 Wentworth write in?
Patricia Wentworth writes primarily in fiction. With 5 series across 69 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Patricia Wentworth's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Patricia Wentworth'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 Wentworth's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Patricia Wentworth's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Miss Silver Books series. The first book, Grey Mask, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.