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Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes

by Laurie R King

22 books Started 1994 Latest 2024
Publication Reading Order

The Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes is a Historical Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Laurie R King, made up of 22 books published between 1994 and 2024. It begins with The Beekeeper's Apprentice (1994), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Lantern's Dance (2024), spanning 30 years of storytelling.

22books
30years active
4decades
~1.4yrs between books
2024latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 The Beekeeper's Apprentice 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 A Monstrous Regiment of Women 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 A Letter of Mary 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Moor 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 O Jerusalem 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
6 Justice Hall 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Game 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Locked Rooms 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Language of Bees 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
10 The God of the Hive 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Beekeeping for Beginners (Short Story) 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Pirate King 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Garment of Shadows 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Dreaming Spies 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The Marriage of Mary Russell 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 The Murder of Mary Russell 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Mary Russell's War 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Mary's Christmas 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Island of the Mad 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
20 Riviera Gold 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Castle Shade 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 The Lantern's DanceLatest 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series?

Start with The Beekeeper's Apprentice (1994), the first book in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series by Laurie R King. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series?

There are 22 books in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series by Laurie R King, published between 1994 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series?

The first book in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series is The Beekeeper's Apprentice, published in 1994 by Laurie R King.

What is the latest book in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series?

The most recent book in the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series is The Lantern's Dance (2024) by Laurie R King.

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About Laurie R King

Laurie R. King (born 1952) is an award-winning American author known for her historical mysteries and thrillers. Growing up in California, King studied law before pursuing her writing career. Her debut novel, "A Grave Talent" (1993), introduced San Francisco private investigator Kate Martinelli, a lesbian detective whose personal life intertwines with her investigations. King's series of Kate Martinelli novels has received critical acclaim and numerous awards. Beyond the Kate Martinelli series, King has written standalone historical mysteries, thrillers, and a Sherlock Holmes novel, "The Beekeeper's Apprentice." Her work is praised for its well-developed characters, historical accuracy, and suspenseful plots. King's novels have been translated into over 30 languages.

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