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ⓘ About Peter Grainger
A British author, the writer Peter Grainger is a well known novelist of mystery fiction, largely focused on detective lead investigations. This his been the prime focus for much of his career, as he takes much of his inspiration from that of other infamous British detectives, such as Inspector Morse. The influence is clearly evident here, as he brings his own detective, DC Smith, to life, along with other books as well. Setting his mysteries firmly within the world of British detective fiction it is clear where his tastes lie as an author of his increasingly popular stories, stories that only increase in popularity as time goes on. Early and Personal Life Growing up in the United Kingdom, the tastes of Peter Grainger have always been resolutely British as a writer.
All Book Series by Peter Grainger
Asher
Latest in the series · book 3 of 3 · published 2013 Pen name · Robert Partridge
Paris and Other Love Stories
Single-title series · published 2014 Pen name · Robert Partridge
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Peter Grainger?
A British author, the writer Peter Grainger is a well known novelist of mystery fiction, largely focused on detective lead investigations. This his been the prime focus for much of his career, as he takes much of his inspiration from that of other infamous British detectives, such as Inspector Morse. The influence is clearly evident here, as he brings his own detective, DC Smith, to life, along with other books as well.
Which Peter Grainger series should I start with?
The best place to start is the DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation series, the earliest of Peter Grainger's multi-book series: it opens with An Accidental Death (2013) and runs to 17 books across 2013–2026, ending with Some Sort of Justice (2026). Peter Grainger's other series stand alone, so they can be read in any order.
How many books has Peter Grainger written?
Peter Grainger has 25 books catalogued in this guide, published between 2012 and 2026. 21 of them belong to 3 named series — the largest being the DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation series with 17 books — and 4 are standalone titles, collections or anthologies.
In what order should Peter Grainger's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. Peter Grainger's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation (2013–2026, 17 books), Robert Partridge Collections (2014, 1 book) and Willows and Lane (2017–2022, 3 books).
How are Peter Grainger's books organised into series?
This guide splits Peter Grainger's 25 books into 3 named series and 4 titles that stand alone or appear only in collections: DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation (17 books, 2013–2026); Willows and Lane (3 books, 2017–2022); Robert Partridge Collections (1 book, 2014).