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Charles Paris

by Simon Brett

20 books Started 1975 Latest 2018
Publication Reading Order

The Charles Paris is a Police Procedural / Crime Fiction series by Simon Brett, made up of 20 books published between 1975 and 2018. It begins with Cast in Disappearance (1975), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is A Deadly Habit (2018), spanning 43 years of storytelling.

20books
43years active
4decades
~2.3yrs between books
2018latest release
# Title Year Buy
1970s
1 Cast in Disappearance 1975 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 So Much Blood 1976 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Star Trap 1977 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 An Amateur Corpse 1978 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 A Comedian Dies 1979 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
6 Dead Side Of The Mike / Mic 1980 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Situation Tragedy 1981 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Murder Unprompted 1982 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Murder in the Title 1983 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Not Dead, Only Resting 1984 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Dead Giveaway 1985 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 What Bloody Man is That? 1987 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 A Series of Murders 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
14 Corporate Bodies 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 A Reconstructed Corpse 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Sicken and So Die 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Dead Room Farce 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
18 A Decent Interval 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 The Cinderella Killer 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 A Deadly HabitLatest 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Charles Paris series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Charles Paris series?

Start with Cast in Disappearance (1975), the first book in the Charles Paris series by Simon Brett. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Charles Paris series?

There are 20 books in the Charles Paris series by Simon Brett, published between 1975 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Charles Paris series?

The first book in the Charles Paris series is Cast in Disappearance, published in 1975 by Simon Brett.

What is the latest book in the Charles Paris series?

The most recent book in the Charles Paris series is A Deadly Habit (2018) by Simon Brett.

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About Simon Brett

Simon Brett, born in 1945, is a prolific British crime and comedy writer. He began his career as a scriptwriter for popular television shows like "Doctor Who" and "The Persuaders!" Brett's breakthrough came with the creation of Detective Inspector Charles Paris in his first novel, "A Nice Class of Corpse" (1976). The character became a fan favorite, leading to a series of novels and television adaptations. Brett's other notable works include the Mrs. Pargeter mystery series, the Fethering mystery series, and standalone novels like "After the Funeral" (1987). His novels are known for their witty dialogue, intricate plots, and memorable characters. Brett has received numerous awards, including the Crime Writers' Association Silver Dagger (1984) and the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction (1995). He has also been nominated for the Edgar Award and the Golden Dagger Award. Simon Brett's vast body of work and critical acclaim has solidified his place as one of the most beloved and respected authors in the crime and comedy genres.

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