Catherine Aird Books in Order

Catherine Aird is a celebrated author, best known by her pen name. As a prominent figure in the crime fiction genre, she has penned over twenty novels and story collections that mirror the styles of notable authors like Vivien Armstrong, M C Beaton, and Pauline Bell. Aird is renowned for her Sloan and Crosby series, set against the backdrop of the CID department in the fictional Berebury, West Calleshire, England. Her contributions to the literary world have been recognized with notable honors, including serving as Chairman of the Crime Writers' Association from 1990-91. Additionally, she holds an honorary M.A. from the University of Kent and was awarded the M.B.E. for her services to the Girl Guide Association.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Catherine Aird

  • #1
    A Most Contagious Game(1967)
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  • #2
    Chapter and Hearse(2003)
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  • #3
    1st Culprit(1992)
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  • #4
    The Man Who...(1992)
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  • #5
    Playing Dead: Short Stories by Members of the Detection Club(2025)
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About Catherine Aird

Catherine Aird is a celebrated author, best known by her pen name. As a prominent figure in the crime fiction genre, she has penned over twenty novels and story collections that mirror the styles of notable authors like Vivien Armstrong, M C Beaton, and Pauline Bell. Aird is renowned for her Sloan and Crosby series, set against the backdrop of the CID department in the fictional Berebury, West Calleshire, England. Her contributions to the literary world have been recognized with notable honors, including serving as Chairman of the Crime Writers' Association from 1990-91. Additionally, she holds an honorary M.A. from the University of Kent and was awarded the M.B.E. for her services to the Girl Guide Association.

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