David Donachie Books in Order

Historical novelist David Donachie is a masterful storyteller with a flair for the 18th and 19th centuries. Born in Edinburgh in 1944, Donachie's diverse career spans various professions, from sales to numerous other endeavors. His abiding passion for naval history has inspired a prolific output of novels set during this period, cementing his reputation as a leading author of historical fiction. With numerous bestselling books to his credit, Donachie currently resides in Deal with his wife, fellow author Sarah Grazebrook. His versatility and dedication to his craft have earned him a loyal following among readers of historical fiction.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by David Donachie

  • #1
    The Contraband Shore(2017)
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  • #2
    A Lawless Place(2019)
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  • #3
    Blood Will Out(2020)
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    By the Mast Divided(2005)
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  • #2
    A Shot Rolling Ship(2005)
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  • #3
    An Awkward Commission(2007)
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  • #4
    A Flag of Truce(2008)
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  • #5
    The Admiral's Game(2008)
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  • #6
    An Ill Wind(2009)
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  • #7
    Blown Off Course(2010)
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  • #8
    Enemies at Every Turn(2012)
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  • #9
    A Sea of Troubles(2012)
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  • #10
    A Divided Command(2013)
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  • #11
    The Devil to Pay(2014)
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  • #12
    The Perils of Command(2016)
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  • #13
    A Treacherous Coast(2016)
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  • #14
    On a Particular Service(2017)
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  • #15
    A Close Run Thing(2019)
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  • #16
    HMS Hazard(2021)
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  • #17
    A Troubled Course(2022)
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  • #18
    Droits of the Crown(2023)
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  • #1
    A Shred of Honour(1996)
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  • #2
    Honour Be Damned(1998)
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  • #3
    Honour Redeemed(1998)
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  • #1
    All at Sea(2019)
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  • #2
    The Hero's Curse(2020)
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  • #3
    A Fleet to Command(2020)
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  • #4
    The Corsican Sisters(2020)
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  • #1
    The Devil's Own Luck(1993)
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  • #2
    The Dying Trade(1993)
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  • #3
    A Hanging Matter(1994)
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  • #4
    An Element of Chance(1995)
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  • #5
    The Scent of Betrayal(1996)
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  • #6
    A Game of Bones(1997)
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  • #1
    The Pillars of Rome(2007)
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  • #2
    The Sword of Revenge(2011)
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  • #3
    The Gods of War(2011)
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  • #1
    Direct Action(1999)
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  • #2
    If I'd Known You in a Better Time(2024)
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About David Donachie

Historical novelist David Donachie is a masterful storyteller with a flair for the 18th and 19th centuries. Born in Edinburgh in 1944, Donachie's diverse career spans various professions, from sales to numerous other endeavors. His abiding passion for naval history has inspired a prolific output of novels set during this period, cementing his reputation as a leading author of historical fiction. With numerous bestselling books to his credit, Donachie currently resides in Deal with his wife, fellow author Sarah Grazebrook. His versatility and dedication to his craft have earned him a loyal following among readers of historical fiction.

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