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Murderous Christmas Stories

by Ellis Peters

6 books Started 2016 Latest 2022
Publication Reading Order

The Murderous Christmas Stories is a Historical Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Ellis Peters, made up of 6 books published between 2016 and 2022. It begins with Murder under the Christmas Tree: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season (2016), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Murder in the Falling Snow (2022), spanning 6 years of storytelling.

6books
6years active
2decades
~1.2yrs between books
2022latest release
# Title Year Buy
2010s
1 Murder under the Christmas Tree: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Murder on Christmas Eve 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 A Very Murderous Christmas: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Murder at Christmas: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
5 Murder on a Winter's Night 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Murder in the Falling SnowLatest 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Murderous Christmas Stories series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Murderous Christmas Stories series?

Start with Murder under the Christmas Tree: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season (2016), the first book in the Murderous Christmas Stories series by Ellis Peters. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Murderous Christmas Stories series?

There are 6 books in the Murderous Christmas Stories series by Ellis Peters, published between 2016 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Murderous Christmas Stories series?

The first book in the Murderous Christmas Stories series is Murder under the Christmas Tree: Ten Classic Crime Stories for the Festive Season, published in 2016 by Ellis Peters.

What is the latest book in the Murderous Christmas Stories series?

The most recent book in the Murderous Christmas Stories series is Murder in the Falling Snow (2022) by Ellis Peters.

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About Ellis Peters

Ellis Peters (1913-1995), pseudonym of Edith Mary Pargeter, was an acclaimed British author known for her historical crime novels. Born in Shropshire, she developed a lifelong passion for history and archaeology. Her most famous creation is the Benedictine monk detective Cadfael, featured in 20 novels set in the 12th century. Peters's meticulously researched books blend historical detail with gripping mysteries. They have been praised for their atmospheric settings, complex characters, and insights into medieval life. Her work earned her numerous accolades, including the British Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award and the Edgar Award from the Mystery Writers of America. Peters's novels have been translated into over 30 languages and continue to be widely read and enjoyed.

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