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Roderick Alleyn

by Ngaio Marsh

35 books Started 1934 Latest 2018
Publication Reading Order

The Roderick Alleyn is a Crime Fiction / Mystery series by Ngaio Marsh, made up of 35 books published between 1934 and 2018. It begins with A Man Lay Dead (1934), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Money in the Morgue ( With: Stella Duffy) (2018), spanning 84 years of storytelling.

35books
84years active
8decades
~2.5yrs between books
2018latest release
# Title Year Buy
1930s
1 A Man Lay Dead 1934 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Enter a Murderer 1935 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Nursing Home Murder 1935 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Death in Ecstasy 1936 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Vintage Murder 1937 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Artists in Crime 1938 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Death in a White Tie 1938 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Overture to Death 1939 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1940s
9 Death at the Bar 1940 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Death of a Peer / Surfeit of Lampreys 1940 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Death and the Dancing Footman 1941 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Colour Scheme 1943 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Died in the Wool 1945 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Final Curtain 1947 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 A Wreath for Rivera / Swing, Brother, Swing 1949 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1950s
16 Night at the Vulcan / Opening Night 1951 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Spinsters In Jeopardy / The Bride of Death 1953 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Scales of Justice 1955 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Death of a Fool / Off With His Head 1956 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Singing in the Shrouds 1958 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 False Scent 1959 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1960s
22 Hand in Glove 1962 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Dead Water 1963 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Killer Dolphin / Death at the Dolphin 1966 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Clutch of Constables 1968 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1970s
26 When in Rome 1970 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
27 Tied Up in Tinsel 1971 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 Black As He's Painted 1973 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 Last Ditch 1976 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 A Grave Mistake 1978 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
31 Photo Finish 1980 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
32 Light Thickens 1982 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
33 Alleyn and Others / The Collected Short Fiction of Ngaio Marsh 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
34 Still Unsolved 1990 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
35 Money in the Morgue ( With: Stella Duffy)Latest 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Roderick Alleyn series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Roderick Alleyn series?

Start with A Man Lay Dead (1934), the first book in the Roderick Alleyn series by Ngaio Marsh. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Roderick Alleyn series?

There are 35 books in the Roderick Alleyn series by Ngaio Marsh, published between 1934 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Roderick Alleyn series?

The first book in the Roderick Alleyn series is A Man Lay Dead, published in 1934 by Ngaio Marsh.

What is the latest book in the Roderick Alleyn series?

The most recent book in the Roderick Alleyn series is Money in the Morgue ( With: Stella Duffy) (2018) by Ngaio Marsh.

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About Ngaio Marsh

Ngaio Marsh (1895-1982) was a New Zealand detective fiction writer and theatrical director. Born in Christchurch, she developed a passion for theater and drama at a young age. In 1928, she published her first novel, "A Man Lay Dead," introducing the popular detective Roderick Alleyn. Marsh authored over 30 crime novels featuring Alleyn, a charming and intuitive detective. Her mysteries are known for their intricate plots, atmospheric settings, and witty dialogue. Marsh's works have been translated into more than 20 languages. In her later years, Marsh became a successful theatrical director, staging acclaimed productions in New Zealand and London. She received numerous awards for her contributions to literature and theater, including the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1966. Marsh's novels continue to be enjoyed by mystery enthusiasts today, praised for their cleverness, humor, and timeless appeal.

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