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
- #1AmazonA Dark-Adapted Eye(1986)
- #2AmazonA Fatal Inversion(1987)
- #3AmazonThe House of Stairs(1988)
- #4AmazonGallowglass(1990)
- #5AmazonKing Solomon's Carpet(1991)
- #6AmazonAsta's Book / Anna's Book(1993)
- #7AmazonNo Night Is Too Long(1994)
- #8AmazonIn the Time of His Prosperity(1995)
- #9AmazonThe Brimstone Wedding(1995)
- #10AmazonThe Chimney Sweeper's Boy(1998)
- #11AmazonGrasshopper(2000)
- #12AmazonThe Blood Doctor(2002)
- #13AmazonMinotaur(2005)
- #14AmazonBirthday Present(2008)
- #15AmazonThe Child's Child(2012)
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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