Barbara Vine Books in Order

Barbara Vine is a renowned pseudonym of celebrated author Ruth Rendell, known for her mastery of the psychological crime novel. Under this alias, Vine has crafted a distinctive strand of writing since 1986, with titles such as King Solomon's Carpet, A Fatal Inversion, and Anna's Book, which delve into family dynamics, secrets, and the consequences of hidden truths. Vine's writing is distinguished by elegant prose, razor-sharp insights into the human psyche, and skillfully woven plots. Her work also tackles social issues of the past four decades, shedding light on topics like domestic violence and the evolving status of women, cementing her reputation as a thought-provoking and incisive storyteller.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Barbara Vine

  • #1
    A Dark-Adapted Eye(1986)
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  • #2
    A Fatal Inversion(1987)
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  • #3
    The House of Stairs(1988)
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  • #4
    Gallowglass(1990)
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  • #5
    King Solomon's Carpet(1991)
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  • #6
    Asta's Book / Anna's Book(1993)
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  • #7
    No Night Is Too Long(1994)
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  • #8
    In the Time of His Prosperity(1995)
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  • #9
    The Brimstone Wedding(1995)
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  • #10
    The Chimney Sweeper's Boy(1998)
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  • #11
    Grasshopper(2000)
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  • #12
    The Blood Doctor(2002)
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  • #13
    Minotaur(2005)
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  • #14
    Birthday Present(2008)
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  • #15
    The Child's Child(2012)
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About Barbara Vine

Barbara Vine is a renowned pseudonym of celebrated author Ruth Rendell, known for her mastery of the psychological crime novel. Under this alias, Vine has crafted a distinctive strand of writing since 1986, with titles such as King Solomon's Carpet, A Fatal Inversion, and Anna's Book, which delve into family dynamics, secrets, and the consequences of hidden truths. Vine's writing is distinguished by elegant prose, razor-sharp insights into the human psyche, and skillfully woven plots. Her work also tackles social issues of the past four decades, shedding light on topics like domestic violence and the evolving status of women, cementing her reputation as a thought-provoking and incisive storyteller.

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