Chris Collett Books in Order

Chris Collett is a multi-talented author and educator, whose writing career has flourished alongside her roles as a university lecturer and crime writer. Born and raised in a Norfolk seaside town, Collett's early life experience has significantly influenced her writing style. After training as a teacher for children with learning disabilities, including autism, she went on to become a respected figure in her field. As a recently retired lecturer, Collett now dedicates her time to teaching creative and crime writing, as well as assessing manuscripts for the Crime Writers Association. Her DI Tom Mariner series has gained immense popularity, with the first seven books recently re-released in revised editions by Joffe Books.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Chris Collett

  • #1
    The Worm in the Bud / Deadly Lies(2004)
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  • #2
    Blood of the Innocents / Innocent Lies(2005)
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  • #3
    Written in Blood / Killer Lies(2006)
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  • #4
    Blood Money / Baby Lies(2007)
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  • #5
    Stalked by Shadows / Married Lies(2009)
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  • #6
    Blood and Stone / Buried Lies(2013)
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  • #7
    Dead of Night / Missing Lies(2015)
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  • #8
    A Good Death(2017)
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  • #9
    Midnight Lies(2022)
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  • #1
    The Truth About Murder(2019)
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About Chris Collett

Chris Collett is a multi-talented author and educator, whose writing career has flourished alongside her roles as a university lecturer and crime writer. Born and raised in a Norfolk seaside town, Collett's early life experience has significantly influenced her writing style. After training as a teacher for children with learning disabilities, including autism, she went on to become a respected figure in her field. As a recently retired lecturer, Collett now dedicates her time to teaching creative and crime writing, as well as assessing manuscripts for the Crime Writers Association. Her DI Tom Mariner series has gained immense popularity, with the first seven books recently re-released in revised editions by Joffe Books.

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