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Fethering Mystery

by Simon Brett

21 books Started 2000 Latest 2022
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The Fethering Mystery is a Police Procedural / Crime Fiction series by Simon Brett, made up of 21 books published between 2000 and 2022. It begins with The Body on the Beach (2000), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Death and the Decorator (2022), spanning 22 years of storytelling.

21books
22years active
3decades
~1.1yrs between books
2022latest release
# Title Year Buy
2000s
1 The Body on the Beach 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Death on the Downs 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Torso in the Town 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Murder in the Museum 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Hanging in the Hotel 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Witness at the Wedding 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Stabbing in the Stables 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Death Under the Dryer 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Blood at the Bookies 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Poisoning in the Pub 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
11 The Shooting in the Shop 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Bones Under the Beach Hut 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Guns in the Gallery 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 The Corpse on the Court 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Strangling on the Stage 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 The Tomb in Turkey 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 The Killing in the Cafe 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 The Liar in the Library 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 The Killer in the Choir 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
20 Guilt at the Garage 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Death and the DecoratorLatest 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Fethering Mystery series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Fethering Mystery series?

Start with The Body on the Beach (2000), the first book in the Fethering Mystery series by Simon Brett. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Fethering Mystery series?

There are 21 books in the Fethering Mystery series by Simon Brett, published between 2000 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Fethering Mystery series?

The first book in the Fethering Mystery series is The Body on the Beach, published in 2000 by Simon Brett.

What is the latest book in the Fethering Mystery series?

The most recent book in the Fethering Mystery series is Death and the Decorator (2022) by 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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