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Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries

by Charles Finch

17 books Started 2007 Latest 2025
Publication Reading Order

The Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries is a Historical Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Charles Finch, made up of 17 books published between 2007 and 2025. It begins with A Beautiful Blue Death (2007), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Hidden City (2025), spanning 18 years of storytelling.

17books
18years active
3decades
~1.1yrs between books
2025latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 A Beautiful Blue Death 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 The September Society 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Fleet Street Murders 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
4 A Stranger in Mayfair 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 A Burial at Sea 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 An East End Murder (Short Story) 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 A Death in the Small Hours 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 An Old Betrayal 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Laws of Murder 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Home by Nightfall 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Inheritance 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Gone Before Christmas (Short Story) 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 The Woman in the Water 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Vanishing Man 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
15 The Last Passenger 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 An Extravagant Death 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 The Hidden CityLatest 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series?

Start with A Beautiful Blue Death (2007), the first book in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series by Charles Finch. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series?

There are 17 books in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series by Charles Finch, published between 2007 and 2025.

What is the first book in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series?

The first book in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series is A Beautiful Blue Death, published in 2007 by Charles Finch.

What is the latest book in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series?

The most recent book in the Chronological Charles Lenox Mysteries series is The Hidden City (2025) by Charles Finch.

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About Charles Finch

Charles Finch is an American author known for his mystery and thriller novels. Born in 1980, Finch grew up in Chicago and studied English at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His debut novel, "A Beautiful Blue Death," was published in 2013 and introduced readers to Detective Charles Lenox, a Victorian-era police inspector. The book garnered critical acclaim, winning the 2014 Edgar Award for Best First Novel by an American Author and the Macavity Award for Best First Mystery Novel. Finch has since published several more novels in the Charles Lenox series, including "The Inheritance," "The Woman in Crimson," and "The Vanished Man." His work has been praised for its historical accuracy, well-developed characters, and intricate plots. Finch's novels have received positive critical reception, with critics citing his strong writing style and ability to create suspenseful and engaging stories. He has won multiple awards, including the Edgar Award and the Barry Award.

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