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Detective Joe Sandilands

by Barbara Cleverly

13 books Started 2001 Latest 2016
Publication Reading Order

The Detective Joe Sandilands is a Police Procedural / Historical Fiction series by Barbara Cleverly, made up of 13 books published between 2001 and 2016. It begins with The Last Kashmiri Rose (2001), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Diana's Altar (2016), spanning 15 years of storytelling.

13books
15years active
2decades
~1.3yrs between books
2016latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 The Last Kashmiri Rose 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Ragtime in Simla 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Damascened Blade 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Palace Tiger 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Bee's Kiss 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Tug of War 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Folly du Jour 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
8 Strange Images of Death 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Blood Royal 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Not My Blood 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 A Spider in the Cup 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Enter Pale Death 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Diana's AltarLatest 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Detective Joe Sandilands series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Detective Joe Sandilands series?

Start with The Last Kashmiri Rose (2001), the first book in the Detective Joe Sandilands series by Barbara Cleverly. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Detective Joe Sandilands series?

There are 13 books in the Detective Joe Sandilands series by Barbara Cleverly, published between 2001 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Detective Joe Sandilands series?

The first book in the Detective Joe Sandilands series is The Last Kashmiri Rose, published in 2001 by Barbara Cleverly.

What is the latest book in the Detective Joe Sandilands series?

The most recent book in the Detective Joe Sandilands series is Diana's Altar (2016) by Barbara Cleverly.

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About Barbara Cleverly

**Barbara Cleverly** Barbara Cleverly is a British crime writer specializing in historical mysteries. Born in Kent, England, she studied English at the University of London. After a career in advertising, she turned to writing full-time. Cleverly's novels are set in the early 20th century and feature Detective Inspector Joe Sandilands of Scotland Yard. The series has gained international acclaim for its atmospheric settings, complex characters, and thrilling plots. Notable works include "The Last Kashmiri Rose" (2002), "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" (2011), and "The Lost Symphony" (2022). Cleverly has received several awards for her writing, including the Historical Dagger Award from the Crime Writers' Association. Her books have been translated into over 20 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.

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