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Tim Ellis

Bestselling Author • 18 Series • 69 Books

18
Series
69
Books
18
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books
Start with: A Life for a Life (2010)
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Publication Order of Quigg Books
Start with: Body 13 (2010)
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Publication Order of Abacus Investigations Books
Start with: Mea Culpa (2020)

About Tim Ellis

Tim Ellis is an English author known for writing historical and crime fiction thrillers. His first novel “The Knowledge of Time: Second Civilization” was first published in 2008 and set him on the path to a successful writing career. Ellis was born on a dark, stormy night in a Hammersmith, London Hospital in 1953. He grew up in the town of Cheadle in Cheshire, where he went to primary and secondary school. Tim is famously a high school dropout, having never graduated from Broadway Secondary School before taking his examinations. Lucky for him, those were days when finding a job without much education were still possible. It was during this time that he discovered that he had a passion for literature and music, and after meeting Leonard Cohen, began writing poetry a 15-year-old. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, Tim Ellis 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 Tim Ellis

Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books
32 books 2010–2021
1

A Life for a Life

A Life for a Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2010
2

The Wages of Sin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with The Wages of Sin, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2011
3

The Flesh is Weak

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with The Flesh is Weak, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2011
4

The Shadow of Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Shadow of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2011
5

His Wrath is Come

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with His Wrath is Come, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2012
6

The Breath of Life

The Breath of Life continues the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
7

The Dead Know Not

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead Know Not as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2012
8

Be Not Afraid

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with Be Not Afraid, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2012
9

The House of Mourning

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with The House of Mourning, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2013
10

Through a Glass Darkly

Through a Glass Darkly continues the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
11

A Lamb to the Slaughter

A Lamb to the Slaughter continues the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
12

Silent in the Grave

Silent in the Grave is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2014
13

In the Twinkling of an Eye

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with In the Twinkling of an Eye, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2014
14

A Time to Kill

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Time to Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2014
15

Deceit is in the Heart

Deceit is in the Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2015
16

The Fragments That Remain

The Fragments That Remain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2015
17

The Kisses of an Enemy

The Kisses of an Enemy explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2015
18

Evidence of Things Not Seen

Evidence of Things Not Seen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2016
19

Dominion of Darkness

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with Dominion of Darkness, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2016
20

There is No Fear in Love

There is No Fear in Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2016
21

All is Vanity

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with All is Vanity, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2017
22

Wings of the Dawn

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with Wings of the Dawn, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2017
23

I Will Fear No Evil

I Will Fear No Evil is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2018
24

The Heart Knoweth

The Heart Knoweth explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2018
25

Through the Eye of a Needle

Through the Eye of a Needle continues the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
26

Lest Darkness Come Upon You

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books with Lest Darkness Come Upon You, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2019
27

Few Are Chosen

Few Are Chosen continues the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
28

All Things Must Pass

All Things Must Pass is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2019
29

The Way of All Flesh

The Way of All Flesh is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2020
30

Pearls Before Swine

Pearls Before Swine is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2020
31

Neither Angels Nor Demons

Neither Angels Nor Demons is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2021
32

The Motives of Men's Hearts

The Motives of Men's Hearts explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2021
Publication Order of Quigg Books
10 books 2010–2018
1

Body 13

Body 13 continues the Publication Order of Quigg Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
2

The Graves at Angel Brook

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Quigg Books with The Graves at Angel Brook, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2010
3

The Twelve Murders of Christmas

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Twelve Murders of Christmas as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Quigg Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2011
4

The Skulls Beneath Eternity Wharf

The Skulls Beneath Eternity Wharf is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Quigg Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2012
5

The Terror at Grisly Park

The Terror at Grisly Park is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Quigg Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2013
6

The Haunting of Bleeding Heart Yard

The Haunting of Bleeding Heart Yard explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Quigg Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2014
7

The Corpse in Highgate Cemetery

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Corpse in Highgate Cemetery as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Quigg Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2015
8

The Enigma of Apocalypse Heights:

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Quigg Books with The Enigma of Apocalypse Heights:, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2016
9

The Lost Children of Bethnal Green

The Lost Children of Bethnal Green is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Quigg Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2016
10

The Charnel House in Copperfield Street

The Charnel House in Copperfield Street is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Quigg Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2018
Publication Order of Abacus Investigations Books
1 books 2020–2020
1

Mea Culpa

Mea Culpa is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Abacus Investigations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2020
Publication Order of Cyrus Kane Books
2 books 2014–2015
1

An Ill Wind

An Ill Wind is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cyrus Kane Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2014
2

Chains of Illusion:

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cyrus Kane Books with Chains of Illusion:, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2015
Publication Order of Edge Books
1 books 2017–2017
1

The Serial Killer's Apprentice:

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Serial Killer's Apprentice: as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Edge Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2017
Publication Order of Effie Archer Books
1 books 2016–2016
1

Remnants of a Withered Day:

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Effie Archer Books with Remnants of a Withered Day:, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2016
Publication Order of Genghis Khan Books
2 books 2008–2009
1

Warrior: Path of Destiny

Conflict and courage define Warrior: Path of Destiny, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Genghis Khan Books series by Tim Ellis that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2008
2

Warrior: Scourge of the Steppe

Conflict and courage define Warrior: Scourge of the Steppe, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Genghis Khan Books series by Tim Ellis that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2009
Publication Order of Harte & KP Books
1 books 2010–2010
1

Solomon's Key

Solomon's Key continues the Publication Order of Harte & KP Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Inigo Morgan Books
2 books 2012–2016
1

As You Sow, So Shall You Reap

As You Sow, So Shall You Reap continues the Publication Order of Inigo Morgan Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
2

The Measure of All Things:

The Measure of All Things: is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inigo Morgan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Tim Ellis have come to expect.

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2016
Publication Order of Josiah Dark Books
3 books 2013–2017
1

Dark Christmas

Dark Christmas continues the Publication Order of Josiah Dark Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
2

Dark Heart

Dark Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Josiah Dark Books series by Tim Ellis.

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2015
3

Dark Shadows

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Josiah Dark Books with Dark Shadows, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2017
Publication Order of Mata Hari Books
1 books 2017–2017
1

The Murders of Christmas Past

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murders of Christmas Past as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mata Hari Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2017
Publication Order of Stone & Randall Books
2 books 2011–2013
1

Jacob's Ladder

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stone & Randall Books with Jacob's Ladder, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2011
2

The Gordian Knot

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stone & Randall Books with The Gordian Knot, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2013
Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books
5 books 2012–2018
1

Footprints of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Footprints of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2012
2

Whispers of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Whispers of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2014
3

Souls of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Souls of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2015
4

Games of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Games of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2018
5

Rage of the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Rage of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Tom Gabriel Books series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2018
Publication Order of Urban & Brazil Books
1 books 2019–2019
1

Staring into the Darkness

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Urban & Brazil Books with Staring into the Darkness, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2019
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books 2008–2009
1

The Knowledge of Time

The Knowledge of Time continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
2

Untended Treasures

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Untended Treasures, another outstanding contribution from Tim Ellis.

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2009
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2015–2015
1

Murder Comes to Camelot

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Comes to Camelot as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2015
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 2013–2013
1

The Writer's A-Z of Body Language

The Writer's A-Z of Body Language continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Tim Ellis's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2012–2012
1

The Killing Sands

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Killing Sands as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Tim Ellis's mastery of suspense.

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2012

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tim Ellis?

Tim Ellis is a bestselling author known for 18 book series containing over 69 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books, Publication Order of Quigg Books, Publication Order of Abacus Investigations Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Tim Ellis series to start with?

For readers new to Tim Ellis's work, the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 32 books. Begin with A Life for a Life to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Tim Ellis written?

Tim Ellis has written over 69 books across 18 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Tim Ellis books in order?

Yes, reading Tim Ellis'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 Tim Ellis write in?

Tim Ellis writes primarily in fiction. With 18 series across 69 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Tim Ellis's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Tim Ellis'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 Tim Ellis's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Tim Ellis's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Parish & Richards Books series. The first book, A Life for a Life, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.