The Ruth Galloway is a Crime Fiction / Mystery series by Elly Griffiths, made up of 17 books published between 2009 and 2023. It begins with The Crossing Places (2009), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Last Remains (2023), spanning 14 years of storytelling.
17books
14years active
3decades
~0.9yrs between books
2023latest release
Ruth Galloway series: frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Ruth Galloway series?
Start with The Crossing Places (2009), the first book in the Ruth Galloway series by Elly Griffiths. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.
How many books are in the Ruth Galloway series?
There are 17 books in the Ruth Galloway series by Elly Griffiths, published between 2009 and 2023.
What is the first book in the Ruth Galloway series?
The first book in the Ruth Galloway series is The Crossing Places, published in 2009 by Elly Griffiths.
What is the latest book in the Ruth Galloway series?
The most recent book in the Ruth Galloway series is The Last Remains (2023) by Elly Griffiths.
About Elly Griffiths
Elly Griffiths (born 1963) is a British author best known for her Ruth Galloway mystery series. Griffiths studied archaeology and English literature at the University of Bristol and worked as a teacher and journalist before turning to writing full-time. Her debut novel, "The Crossing Places," featuring forensic archaeologist Ruth Galloway, was published in 2009 and became a bestseller. The series has since sold over 10 million copies worldwide and has been translated into over 30 languages. Griffiths has also written several stand-alone novels, including "The Vanished Hours" and "A Room Full of Bones." Griffiths has won numerous awards for her work, including the CWA Dagger in the Library Award for "The Stranger Diaries" and the Theakston's Crime Novel of the Year Award for "The Outcast Dead." Her books have been critically acclaimed for their atmospheric settings, complex characters, and gripping mysteries.
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