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ⓘ About Reginald Hill
Published in 1973, Ruling Passion is one of the earliest works in the Dalziel and Pascoe story. The novel delves deeper into Pascoe’s psyche than the first two books. Within its pages, Reginald Hill once more introduces Detective Sergeant Pascoe; on a fine morning, Pascoe’s decision to drive down to the village of Thornton Lacey from Yorkshire will leave the detective scarred for life. Taking the drive to meet old friends, the triple murder that greets the Detective Sergeant portends a dark secret; with the crime outside his jurisdiction, Pascoe finds himself stranded, summoned back to Yorkshire by his boss, yet unwilling to believe the involvement of one of his oldest friends in the grisly murder and twice as determined to uncover the true motives hidden behind the crime, It has been said Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, Reginald Hill 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 Reginald Hill
A Clubbable Woman
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books with A Clubbable Woman, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
An Advancement of Learning
An Advancement of Learning is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Ruling Passion
Ruling Passion continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
An April Shroud
An April Shroud continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Pinch of Snuff
A Pinch of Snuff continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Killing Kindness
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Killing Kindness as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Deadheads
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadheads as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Exit Lines
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books with Exit Lines, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Child's Play
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books with Child's Play, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Under World
Under World continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bones and Silence
Bones and Silence continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
One Small Step
One Small Step is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Recalled to Life
Recalled to Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Pictures of Perfection
Pictures of Perfection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
The Wood Beyond
The Wood Beyond continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
On Beulah Height
On Beulah Height is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Arms and the Women
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books with Arms and the Women, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Dialogues of the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dialogues of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Death's Jest-Book
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death's Jest-Book as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Good Morning, Midnight
Good Morning, Midnight continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death Comes for the Fat Man / The Death of Dalziel
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Comes for the Fat Man / The Death of Dalziel as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
The Last National Service Man
The Last National Service Man continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Cure for All Diseases / The Price of Butcher's Meat
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books with A Cure for All Diseases / The Price of Butcher's Meat, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Midnight Fugue
Midnight Fugue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Pascoe's Ghost
Pascoe's Ghost continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Collections story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Asking for the Moon
Asking for the Moon continues the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Collections story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dalziel and Pascoe Hunt the Christmas Killer
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dalziel and Pascoe Hunt the Christmas Killer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Collections series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Blood Sympathy
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Sympathy as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Born Guilty
Born Guilty continues the Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Killing the Lawyers
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing the Lawyers as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
Singing the Sadness
Singing the Sadness continues the Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Roar of the Butterflies
The Roar of the Butterflies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Captain Fantom
Captain Fantom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Captain Fantom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
The Forging of Fantom
The Forging of Fantom continues the Publication Order of Captain Fantom Books story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Fairly Dangerous Thing
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Fairly Dangerous Thing, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
A Very Good Hater
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Very Good Hater, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Another Death in Venice
A gripping mystery unfolds in Another Death in Venice as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
The Spy's Wife
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Spy's Wife, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Who Guards a Prince? / Guardians of the Prince
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Who Guards a Prince? / Guardians of the Prince, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Traitor's Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Traitor's Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
No Man's Land
No Man's Land continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fell of Dark
Fell of Dark continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Collaborators
The Collaborators is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
The Stranger House
The Stranger House continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Woodcutter
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Woodcutter, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Proxime Accessit
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Proxime Accessit, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
A Candle for Christmas
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with A Candle for Christmas, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
There Are No Ghosts in the Soviet Union
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with There Are No Ghosts in the Soviet Union, another outstanding contribution from Reginald Hill.
Brother's Keeper
Brother's Keeper is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
A Candle for Christmas & Other Stories
A Candle for Christmas & Other Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
Crime Writers
The investigation intensifies in Crime Writers, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Reginald Hill's creation.
The Man Who...
The Man Who... continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
2nd Culprit
2nd Culprit continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Reginald Hill's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Thou Shalt Not Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Thou Shalt Not Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Reginald Hill's mastery of suspense.
The Detection Collection
The Detection Collection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Reginald Hill have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Reginald Hill?
Reginald Hill is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 55 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books, Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Collections, Publication Order of Joe Sixsmith Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Reginald Hill series to start with?
For readers new to Reginald Hill's work, the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 24 books. Begin with A Clubbable Woman to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Reginald Hill written?
Reginald Hill has written over 55 books across 8 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Reginald Hill books in order?
Yes, reading Reginald Hill'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 Reginald Hill write in?
Reginald Hill writes primarily in fiction. With 8 series across 55 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Reginald Hill's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Reginald Hill'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 Reginald Hill's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Reginald Hill's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Dalziel & Pascoe Books series. The first book, A Clubbable Woman, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.