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ⓘ About R.F. Delderfield
R. F. Delderfield is a playwright, former journalist, and an English author of fiction. Born in New, Cross, London on February 12, 1912, he was a popular dramatist and English novelist. His full name is Ronald Frederick Delderfield. Many of his works were read widely at the time and still are. Some of them have even been adapted for television. He married May Evans and died in Sidmouth, Devon, on June 24, 1972. Many of his novels are set in the historical fiction genre. They mainly focus on young men who are coming back from the war and going back to lead lives in England. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Plays series, R.F. Delderfield 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 R.F. Delderfield
Diana
Diana continues the Publication Order of Diana Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Unjust Skies
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Diana Books with The Unjust Skies, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Long Summer Day
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Horseman Riding By Books with Long Summer Day, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Post of Honor
Post of Honor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Horseman Riding By Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
The Green Gauntlet
The Green Gauntlet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Horseman Riding By Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
The Dreaming Suburb / The Avenue
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Avenue Books with The Dreaming Suburb / The Avenue, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
The Avenue Goes to War
Conflict and courage define The Avenue Goes to War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Avenue Books series by R.F. Delderfield that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
God is an Englishman
God is an Englishman continues the Publication Order of Swann Family Saga Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Theirs Was the Kingdom
Epic adventure awaits in Theirs Was the Kingdom, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Swann Family Saga Books series that raises the stakes across the realm R.F. Delderfield has built.
Give Us This Day
Give Us This Day is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Swann Family Saga Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
All Over The Town
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with All Over The Town, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Farewell the Tranquil Mind
Farewell the Tranquil Mind continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Seven Men of Gascony
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Seven Men of Gascony, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
The Adventures of Ben Gunn
The Adventures of Ben Gunn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
There Was a Fair Maid Dwelling
There Was a Fair Maid Dwelling continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stop at a Winner
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Stop at a Winner, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
The Spring Madness of Mr Sermon / Mr. Sermon
The Spring Madness of Mr Sermon / Mr. Sermon continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Under an English Sky
Under an English Sky continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Golden Millstones: Napoleon's Brother and Sisters
The Golden Millstones: Napoleon's Brother and Sisters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Too Few for Drums
Too Few for Drums is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Cheap Day Return
Cheap Day Return is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Return Journey
Return Journey continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Charlie, Come Home / Come Home Charlie and Face Them
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Charlie, Come Home / Come Home Charlie and Face Them, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
To Serve Them All My Days
To Serve Them All My Days continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Peace Comes to Peckham
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Peace Comes to Peckham, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Queen Came By
Queen Came By continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sailors Beware
Conflict and courage define Sailors Beware, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Plays series by R.F. Delderfield that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Nobody Shouted Author
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Nobody Shouted Author, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
The Old Lady of Cheadle
The Old Lady of Cheadle continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miaow! Miaow!
Miaow! Miaow! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
The Bride Wore an Opal Ring
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with The Bride Wore an Opal Ring, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Waggonload O'Monkeys
Waggonload O'Monkeys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Made to Measure
Made to Measure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Smoke in the Valley
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Smoke in the Valley, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Spark in Judea
Spark in Judea is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Golden Rain
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Golden Rain, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Absent Lover
Absent Lover explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Plays series by R.F. Delderfield.
Home is the Hunted
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Home is the Hunted, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
Guinea Pigs
Guinea Pigs continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Orchard Walls
The Orchard Walls continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Roundelay Tradition
The Roundelay Tradition continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
And Then There Were None
And Then There Were None is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Ten Till Five
Ten Till Five continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Flashpoint
Flashpoint is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Wild Mink
Wild Mink is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
These Clicks Made History
These Clicks Made History is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
The Fascinating History of Budleigh and District
The Fascinating History of Budleigh and District continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bird's Eye View
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Bird's Eye View, another outstanding contribution from R.F. Delderfield.
The March of the Twenty-Six / Napoleon's Marshals
The March of the Twenty-Six / Napoleon's Marshals continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tales Out of School
Tales Out of School continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Retreat from Moscow
Retreat from Moscow continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
For My Own Amusement
For My Own Amusement is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
Imperial Sunset
Imperial Sunset continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with R.F. Delderfield's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Napoleon in Love
Napoleon in Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by R.F. Delderfield.
Overture for Beginners
Overture for Beginners is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of R.F. Delderfield have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is R.F. Delderfield?
R.F. Delderfield is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 55 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Diana Books, Publication Order of Horseman Riding By Books, Publication Order of Avenue Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best R.F. Delderfield series to start with?
For readers new to R.F. Delderfield's work, the Publication Order of Plays series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 21 books. Begin with Peace Comes to Peckham to start from the very beginning.
How many books has R.F. Delderfield written?
R.F. Delderfield has written over 55 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read R.F. Delderfield books in order?
Yes, reading R.F. Delderfield'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 R.F. Delderfield write in?
R.F. Delderfield writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 55 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are R.F. Delderfield's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of R.F. Delderfield'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 R.F. Delderfield's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, R.F. Delderfield's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Plays series. The first book, Peace Comes to Peckham, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.