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ⓘ About Richard & Frances Lockridge
Richard and Frances Lockridge are two authors that are known for collaborating together as well as their individual work. They are American writers. They were also husband and wife that worked together frequently. Richard was born in 1898 and passed away in 1982, surviving his wife. He was born in St. Joseph in Missouri. He is known for writing detective fiction. He also wrote novels under the publishing pen name of Francis Richards, which he shared with his wife. Frances was born in 1896 and passed away in 1963. The Lockridges are the creators of the Mr. and Mrs. North series. This murder mystery series kicked off in 1940 with the release of the first novel in the series where the readers get to meet the Norths for the first time. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series, Richard & Frances Lockridge 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 Richard & Frances Lockridge
Mr. and Mrs. North
Mr. and Mrs. North continues the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Norths Meet Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Norths Meet Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder Out of Turn
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Out of Turn as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
A Pinch of Poison
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books with A Pinch of Poison, another outstanding contribution from Richard & Frances Lockridge.
Death on the Aisle
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death on the Aisle as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Hanged for a Sheep
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books with Hanged for a Sheep, another outstanding contribution from Richard & Frances Lockridge.
Death Takes a Bow
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Takes a Bow as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Killing the Goose
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing the Goose as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Payoff for the Banker
Payoff for the Banker is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Death of a Tall Man
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of a Tall Man as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder Within Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Within Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Untidy Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Untidy Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder Is Served
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Is Served as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
The Dishonest Murderer
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dishonest Murderer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder in a Hurry
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder in a Hurry as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder Comes First
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Comes First as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Dead as a Dinosaur
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead as a Dinosaur as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Death Has a Small Voice
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death Has a Small Voice as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Curtain for a Jester
Curtain for a Jester continues the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Key to Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Key to Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Death of an Angel
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of an Angel as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Voyage Into Violence
Voyage Into Violence continues the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Long Skeleton
The Long Skeleton is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Murder Suggested / Murder is Suggested
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Suggested / Murder is Suggested as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
The Judge is Reversed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books with The Judge is Reversed, another outstanding contribution from Richard & Frances Lockridge.
Murder Has Its Points
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Has Its Points as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder by the Book
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder by the Book as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
I Want to Go Home
I Want to Go Home is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Spin Your Web, Lady!
Spin Your Web, Lady! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Foggy, Foggy Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Foggy, Foggy Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
A Client is Cancelled
A Client is Cancelled is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Death by Association / Trial by Terror
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death by Association / Trial by Terror as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Stand Up And Die
Stand Up And Die continues the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Death and the Gentle Bull / Killer in the Straw
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death and the Gentle Bull / Killer in the Straw as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Burnt Offering
Burnt Offering is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Let Dead Enough Alone
A gripping mystery unfolds in Let Dead Enough Alone as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Practice to Deceive
Practice to Deceive continues the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Accent on Murder
A gripping mystery unfolds in Accent on Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Show Red For Danger
Show Red For Danger continues the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
With One Stone / No Dignity in Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in With One Stone / No Dignity in Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
The Distant Clue
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books with The Distant Clue, another outstanding contribution from Richard & Frances Lockridge.
First Come, First Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in First Come, First Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Squire of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Squire of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Bernard Simmons Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Twice Retired
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bernard Simmons Books with Twice Retired, another outstanding contribution from Richard & Frances Lockridge.
The Faceless Adversary / Case of the Murdered Redhead
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Faceless Adversary / Case of the Murdered Redhead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lieutenant Nathan Shapiro Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
Murder and Blueberry Pie / Call It Coincidence
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder and Blueberry Pie / Call It Coincidence as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lieutenant Nathan Shapiro Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
The Drill is Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Drill is Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lieutenant Nathan Shapiro Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
The Tangled Cord
The Tangled Cord continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Innocent House
The Innocent House is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
The Ticking Clock
The Ticking Clock is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Night of Shadows
Night of Shadows continues the Publication Order of Paul Lane Books story arc with Richard & Frances Lockridge's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Devious Ones / Four Hours to Fear
The Devious Ones / Four Hours to Fear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Paul Lane Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Richard & Frances Lockridge have come to expect.
Quest of the Bogeyman
Epic adventure awaits in Quest of the Bogeyman, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Paul Lane Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Richard & Frances Lockridge has built.
Squire of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Squire of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Paul Lane Books series showcases Richard & Frances Lockridge's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Richard & Frances Lockridge?
Richard & Frances Lockridge is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 54 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books, Publication Order of Captain Heimrich Books, Publication Order of Bernard Simmons Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Richard & Frances Lockridge series to start with?
For readers new to Richard & Frances Lockridge's work, the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Mr. and Mrs. North to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Richard & Frances Lockridge written?
Richard & Frances Lockridge has written over 54 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Richard & Frances Lockridge books in order?
Yes, reading Richard & Frances Lockridge'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 Richard & Frances Lockridge write in?
Richard & Frances Lockridge writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 54 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Richard & Frances Lockridge's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Richard & Frances Lockridge'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 Richard & Frances Lockridge's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Richard & Frances Lockridge's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Mr. and Mrs. North Books series. The first book, Mr. and Mrs. North, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.